Dario Vidosic addresses media ahead of the Socceroos World Cup opener against Chile.
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Vidosic talks up Socceroo ‘one-percenters’

Ange Postecoglou’s plan was to wring every little advantage possible out of his World Cup preparation, and World Cup hopeful Dario Vidosic says these ‘one-percenters’ will give Australia a crucial edge.

Corica believes Australia's ability to keep the ball will be vital to their chances against Chile.
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EXCLUSIVE: How the Socceroos can counter Chile’s hot press

Steve Corica says Australia’s ability to keep possession under pressure from high-pressing Chile offers the Socceroos their best chance of blunting ‘La Roja’ in the sides’ opening group match at the World Cup.

The Socceroos kick off their World Cup campaign against Chile on Saturday morning (AEST).
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Celebrities pay tribute to Socceroos

As the Socceroos prepare for their World Cup opener against Chile on Saturday morning, some of Australia's biggest celebrities have shown their support by recording messages of appreciation.

Tim Cahill's aerial prowess will be a vital weapon for the Socceroos in Brazil.
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Crosses vital to Socceroos’ chances

Former international Mile Sterjovski has urged Ange Postecoglou's men to cross the ball more when they go up against Chile, the Netherlands and Spain at the World Cup.

The Socceroos celebrate Tim Cahill's goal
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Socceroos' road to Brazil with Tim Cahill

After securing a valuable point in Japan a week earlier, the Socceroos returned home in June 2013 to tackle Jordan desperately needing a win to keep their World Cup dreams alive.

The Socceroos' chef in Brazil Vinicius Capovilla entertains the squad with a song.
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Socceroos rock out

While the Socceroos will no doubt leave everything on the pitch in their World Cup campaign another pitch they’ve all been involved in is having to sing to teammates during their maiden camp.

Chile's Arturo Vidal controls possession against Spain during a friendly last year.
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Vidal in doubt for Socceroos clash

The Socceroos could be set to receive a major boost for their World Cup opener against Chile on Friday, with Chilean star man Arturo Vidal seemingly unlikely to feature in the match.

James Troisi vies for the ball in Australia's international against South Africa.
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Socceroos can tame Chile stars

With the Socceroos just four days away from opening their fourth World Cup campaign attacker James Troisi says Australia are well prepared for the challenge ahead.

Tommy Oar says Australia will go into Chile clash full of confidence.
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Heat on Chile, say confident Aussies

The mind games have begun four days out from the Socceroos’ opening World Cup game against Chile with the Aussies heaping pressure on their more fancied opponent.

Tommy Oar was a strong contributor for the Socceroos in their clash with Croatia.
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EXCLUSIVE: Socceroos content with progress

FFA TV went behind-the-scenes in the aftermath of Australia's 1-0 loss to Croatia and caught up with Tommy Oar, Jason Davidson and Mat Ryan to get their thoughts on the clash.

Franjic will be key to the Socceroos' up-tempo style in Brazil.
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EXCLUSIVE: Franjic’s rise built on Aussie spirit and Samba flair

Ivan Franjic's extraordinary rise from park footballer in Melbourne to Socceroo starter has been built on his attack-minded style from fullback which drew inspiration from Brazilian greats.

Postecoglou is stamping his authority on the Socceroos.
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EXCLUSIVE: ‘Ange our ace in the pack'

Ange Postecoglou might be one of the most inexperienced international managers at the World Cup but Mark Milligan believes the Socceroos mentor is their ace in the pack to cause a shock.

Tommy Oar evades a challenge in Australia's WCQ against Japan in June 2013.
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Oar relives pulsating Blue Samurai clash

FFA TV caught up with Socceroos winger Tommy Oar to look back at Australia's crucial World Cup qualifier against Japan in Saitama way back in June 2013.

Defender Alex Wilkinson is a likely starter for the Socceroos against Chile.
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All eyes on Chile opener

Defender Alex Wilkinson says the Socceroos are fully recovered from their friendly defeat to Croatia and focusing on the job at hand five days out from their World Cup opener.

Socceroo Ben Halloran made an impressive cameo off the bench against Croatia.
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Halloran hopeful for starting berth

Flying winger Ben Halloran is still hoping to start Australia's World Cup opener against Chile despite missing out on the first XI for the final friendly against Croatia.