Spiranovic is hopeful of recovering in time for the start of the Hyundai A-League Season.
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Spira surgery a success, says Popovic

Western Sydney coach Tony Popovic is confident Matthew Spiranovic will return a “bigger and better” player after successful surgery on his ankle.

Edwards has impressed at Reading since his departure from Perth Glory.
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Aussie starring for Adkins' Royals

​Australian midfielder Ryan Edwards has starred in all three pre-season games at Championship club Reading, with manager Nigel Adkins describing the youngster as “phenomenal”.

Tim Cahill has been named in the Goal 50 list.
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Cahill named in Goal 50 list

​The accolades keep coming for Socceroo Tim Cahill who has been named in the annual Goal 50 list of most outstanding players in the world for the 2013/14 season.

FIFA World Cup Qualifier Tickets
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FIFA World Cup Qualifier Tickets

Caltex Socceroos v ThailandDate: Tuesday 5 SeptemberVenue: Melbourne Rectangular Stadium, MelbourneKick-Off: 8.00pm (Local)  Socceroos v Thailand is a must win game for the Australia in our bid to automatically qualify for the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. The final match

Robbie Kruse in action for the Socceroos against Costa Rica in November 2013.
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Aussies abroad: Kruse, Cahill, Amini!

Robbie Kruse made his first return to action for German club Bayer Leverkusen on the weekend. But there’s more with Musti Amini in action, Brillante starring and Tim Cahill in the headlines…

Liverpool goalkeeper Brad Jones.
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Socceroo keeper untroubled by Reina return

Brad Jones is determined not to fall further down the pecking order at Liverpool following the return of Pepe Reina from Napoli.

Josh Brillante impressed in his debut for Fiorentina.
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Brillante shines for Fiorentina in Buenos Aires

​Josh Brillante has caught the eye after his debut for Fiorentina, prompting one commentator to label him a “gem” after the young Australian played the full 90 minutes against Estudiantes in a friendly on Saturday.

Rodriguez celebrates after scoring for Colombia at the FIFA World Cup in Brazil.
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Beckham backs Rodriguez to be Real hit

David Beckham believes new signing James Rodriguez has all the qualities to be a success at Real Madrid.

Rooney in action for Mancester United against LA Galaxy.
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Rooney wants to lead United

Wayne Rooney has reiterated his desire to become the new captain of Manchester United.

Claudio Ranieri has been appointed as the new head coach of Greece.
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Ranieri named Greece head coach

Greece have appointed Claudio Ranieri as the new coach of their national team on a two-year contract.

Socceroo defender Ivan Franjic is tipped to join Russian Club Torpedo Moscow.
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Russian club close to signing Socceroo defender

Socceroos right-back Ivan Franjic could sign with Russian Club Torpedo Moscow as soon as the weekend.

David Luiz following Brazil's 7-1 thrashing against Germany.
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Blanc: World Cup stars will move on

Laurent Blanc said his World Cup-weary Paris Saint-Germain players are over their disappointments in Brazil, ahead of the Ligue 1 season.

Jorge Luis Pinto has stepped down as Costa Rica coach.
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Pinto steps down as Costa Rica coach

Coach Jorge Luis Pinto has walked away from Costa Rica after failing to agree a new deal with the country's football federation.

Zullo in action for Adelaide United last season, on loan from FC Utrecht.
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Socceroo injury blow

The Socceroo injury curse has struck again with news Michael Zullo could be sidelined for up to ninth months after reportedly tearing the cruciate ligament in his left knee.

Aguirre has been appointed as Japan's new head coach.
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Aguirre appointed as Japan coach

Japan have announced that Javier Aguirre is to take over from Alberto Zaccheroni as their new coach.