McKay played a vital role in helping Australia to a come-from-behind 2-1 victory over Thailand.
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Socceroos’ road to Brazil with Matt McKay

It all began on September 2, 2011 when the Socceroos kicked off their AFC Asian qualifying campaign with a home game against a spirited Thai side.

Socceroos captain Mile Jedinak addresses the media throng on Australia's arrival in Vitoria.
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Socceroos arrive to riot police and helicopters

With riot police providing a private escort and helicopters overhead, the Socceroos are the first team to land in Brazil ahead of next month's World Cup.

Socceroos defender Ivan Franjic thinks Brazil and Croatia will progress from Group A at the World Cup.
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Franjic previews World Cup Group A

With Australia set to face Croatia in their final international hit-out before their first Group B match, Socceroo defender Ivan Franjic has cast his eye over Croatia’s group.

Socceroos Oliver Bozanic and Dario Vidosic enjoying the flight to Brazil.
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Come fly with the Socceroos and FFA TV!

James Holland took over the microphone on QF27 flight to South America, heading into the cockpit to chat with the pilot, through the cabin with team-mates and he caught up with a familiar face in seat 1A, Mel McLaughlin.

The Socceroos were given a rousing send off before departing for the World Cup in Brazil
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Socceroos' rousing farewell at Sydney airport

The Socceroos are bound for Brazil after being given a rousing send off on Wednesday as they head to their date with destiny at the World Cup.

Mark Bresciano and Ben Halloran address the media before the Socceroos flew out for the World Cup.
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Bresh on why Socceroos can shock

Veteran midfielder Mark Bresciano says the Socceroos are going to Brazil to "shock the world" and he is ready to deliver a few more magic moments of his own in the Green and Gold.

Winger Ben Halloran made his Socceroos debut against South Africa.
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It's surreal says Brazil-bound Socceroo speedster

The last few weeks have been a dream introduction to international football for Ben Halloran, but the forward won't allow himself to relax just yet, with the potential heartache of being excluded from Australia's final World Cup squad still a possibility.

Tim Cahill added to his all-time leading Socceroos goal tally against South Africa.
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Best is yet to come, tips Cahill

Tim Cahill isn’t concerned about criticism of Australia’s performance against South Africa on Monday night – the Socceroo talisman sees the hit-out as part of a bigger, more important, picture, reports Iain Strachan of Goal.com.

Tommy Oar was a bright spark for the Socceroos in attack against South Africa.
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Oar: 'I feel free under Ange'

The Socceroos failed to fully convince some commentators against South Africa on Monday night, but no such criticism could be directed at Tommy Oar, who says he is thriving after being reunited with Ange Postecoglou.

Josh Allen prior to presenting the match officials with the game ball for the Socceroos v South Africa match.
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Josh’s big moment with the Socceroos

In youngster Josh Allen, the Socceroos have some inspiring support in their corner as they head to the World Cup in Brazil.

Alex Wilkinson is very much in the frame for a centre-back starting spot at the World Cup.
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Wilko in Korea best form ahead of Brazil

A few weeks ago Alex Wilkinson was no certainty to even make the Socceroos' 30-man preliminary World Cup squad.

Mile Jedinak is hoping to return for Australia's friendly against Croatia on June 7.
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Jedinak targets Croatia return

Socceroo skipper Mile Jedinak has targeted the Socceroos' pre-World Cup friendly against Croatia as his return date as he seeks valuable match time before the tournament starts.

Tim Cahill will be vital to Australia's chances at the World Cup.
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Asia eyes more success in Brazil

At the 2010 World Cup, the percentage of Asian teams that negotiated the group stage (50%) was higher than UEFA’s survival rate (46%). A repeat would go down well this June.

Ange Postecoglou trimmed Josh Brillante, Adam Sarota and Curtis Good from Australia's World Cup squad.
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Ange on why he left trio out

Socceroos boss Ange Postecoglou says he simply couldn't take the risk of carrying players under injury clouds to Brazil after ending the World Cup dreams of three players on Tuesday.

Ange Postecoglou has named the Socceroos squad for friendlies against UAE and Qatar.
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Ange reveals 27-man Socceroo squad

Socceroos Head Coach Ange Postecoglou today announced a preliminary 27-man squad to travel to Brazil for the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil.