Massimo Luongo flies high to give the Socceroos the lead against Kuwait.
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Mass immense in Asian Cup opener

​Socceroos match-winner Massimo Luongo argued he can get even better as the Asian Cup continues, after playing a role in two goals in Australia's 4-1 win over Kuwait.

The Socceroos starting XI for their Asian Cup opener against Kuwait.
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What we learned from the Socceroos win over Kuwait

We found out a lot about how Australia is going to play at the Asian Cup after their stunning opening night win against Kuwait. Here are five key points the Socceroos will take away from the Melbourne match.

James Troisi acknowledges the Melbourne crowd with Socceroos teammates at full-time.
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Troisi: Pressure off Socceroos after big win

Socceroo goal-scorer James Troisi says the team made a nervous start in their tournament opener against Kuwait, but the 4-1 comeback win said a lot about Australia's chances in the Asian Cup.

Tim Cahill performs his trademark goal celebration after scoring against Kuwait.
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Cahill: Socceroos could’ve won 8-3

Socceroo star Tim Cahill says Australia have made a statement after their comeback 4-1 win over Kuwait on Friday night – and he says there are goals in this Aussie team.

Tim Cahill and Massimo Luongo celebrate after combining to score for the Socceroos at the Asian Cup.
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Socceroos dazzle in opening night win

Australia defeated Kuwait 4-1 in the opening game of the 2015 Asian Cup, coming from behind to start their campaign in ideal fashion.

Tonight's Asian Cup opener between the Socceroos and Kuwait is officially sold out.
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Socceroos' Asian Cup opener sold out!

Tonight’s opening AFC Asian Cup match between the Socceroos and Kuwait at Melbourne Rectangular Stadium has officially sold out.

Socceroo striker Nathan Burns fights off the attention of defender Jason Davidson.
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How the Socceroos prepared for Kuwait

Since the final 23-man Socceroos squad was announced on December 22, Australia's preparations for Asia's football showpiece clicked into overdrive.

Tim Cahill with the Socceroos mascot 'Nutmeg' at the Football Fan Park in Melbourne.
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Nutmeg eyeing Socceroos role

The face of the 2015 AFC Asian Cup caught up with Goal to shed some light on the hidden world of marsupial football, training in burrows and rivalling Timmy Cahill.

Simon Hill and Stephanie Brantz are media ambassadors for the Asian Cup.
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The man behind the mic: Simon Hill

One of the most recognisable voices in Australian football broadcasting, Simon Hill has been undergoing some intensive preparations ahead of this month's tournament.

Ange Postecoglou speaks exclusively to FFA TV on the eve of the Asian Cup.
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FFA TV | Ange: No excuses come kick-off

Socceroos coach Ange Postecoglou says his side are fully prepared and can't wait to open their Asian Cup campaign on home soil tonight.

Kuwait's Jarah Alateeqi shoots during a 2011 Asian Cup qualifier against the Socceroos.
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New Kuwait coach coy ahead of Socceroo opener

New Kuwait coach Nabil Maaloul has insisted his players are ready to face Asian Cup hosts Australia in the tournament opener on Friday but was tightlipped on the tactics he'll use against the Socceroos.

Socceroos captain Mile Jedinak leads the team during training in Melbourne.
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Socceroos have done their homework on "tricky" Kuwait

Mile Jedinak says Australia have done their home work thoroughly on Kuwait, but the Socceroos remain wary of their Asian Cup opponents potentially springing a surprise in their first competitive match under a new coach.

Mark Milligan and Bader Al Mutwa jostle for the ball when the Socceroos played Kuwait in an Asian Cup qualifier in 2006.
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Socceroos v Kuwait match facts

Opta Data has all the stats for the Asian Cup starting with the tournament opener between the Socceroos and Kuwait on Friday night.

Tim Cahill with the Socceroos mascot 'Nutmeg' at the Football Fan Park in Melbourne.
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Football Fan Parks re-open for Asian Cup kick-off

Fans in Melbourne have the chance to experience the excitement of the biggest football tournament ever to be staged in Australia eight hours before Friday’s kick-off between the Socceroos and Kuwait at Melbourne Rectangular Stadium with an interactive Football Fan Park opening at

Socceroos players celebrate after Mile Jedinak's goal against Holland at the 2014 FIFA World Cup.
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Kossie: How our Socceroos can win the Asian Cup

There's been plenty of talk in the media about the cultural and political significance of the Asian Cup and its impact on mainstream Australia, here and abroad. And rightly so.