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10 days to go: Ben Halloran's FIFA World Cup story

Russia 2018 is fast approaching and as part of our countdown to the tournament, we are profiling every Australian player who's been to a FIFA World Cup. Today we re-live the experience of Ben Halloran who featured in all three of Australia's games at the 2014 World Cup. REA

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World reaction to 23-man squad: ‘He’s skilful, quick and could flourish’

Bert van Marwijk has confirmed his 23-man squad for the FIFA World Cup which has seen a host of players earn headlines around the world. Fresh off the 4-0 win over the Czech Republic on Friday night (AEST), van Marwijk finalised the players who will battle to take to the field

Denmark before their friendly against Sweden

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Opponent watch: Star misses out in Denmark’s draw

Denmark have played the first of their two pre-FIFA World Cup friendlies, with star playmaker Christian Eriksen missing out the 0-0 draw to Sweden. Meanwhile, Peru prepare for their next friendly match after Paolo Guerrero arrived in camp and France’s coach gives his assessmen

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How Ryan proved Premier League giants wrong to reach the pinnacle

Graham Arnold admits that, like Premier League giants Tottenham, he had doubts about Mat Ryan. In fairness, neither could have expected the unfinished product they first viewed several years ago would be heading to a second successive FIFA World Cup by the age of 26. That r

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Caltex Socceroos finalise squad for Russia

Caltex Socceroos Head Coach Bert van Marwijk has today finalised Australia’s 23-player squad to venture to the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™ this month. Van Marwijk’s final 23-player selection features three players from the Hyundai A-League – Daniel Arzani, Dimitri Petratos, a

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Squad Breakdown: How 23 players will battle for XI roles

It’s official – Bert van Marwijk has finalised his 23-man squad to take on France, Denmark and Peru at the FIFA World Cup. With Jamie Maclaren’s inclusion, as well as three Hyundai A-League players booking their ticket to Russia – Josh Risdon, Dimitri Petratos and Daniel Arzan

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What’s next for the Caltex Socceroos on the road to Russia

The test of the Czech Republic has been passed with flying colours. A 4-0 win, a double from Mathew Leckie and a first international strike from Andrew Nabbout gives Bert van Marwijk plenty to ponder before the next challenges to come. Immediately, van Marwijk has confirmed

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11 days to go: Adam Taggart's FIFA World Cup story

The 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia is just over a week away and as part of our countdown to the tournament, we are profiling every Australian player who's been to a FIFA World Cup. Today's Caltex Socceroo is Adam Taggart, a member of Australia's World Cup journey in Brazil 2014

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Behich: Hard work paying off for Caltex Socceroos

Aziz Behich says the big pre-FIFA World Cup friendly win over the Czech Republic is confirmation the Caltex Socceroos are on the right track heading towards Russia. Coach Bert van Marwijk got his first win as boss as the Aussies ran out 4-0 winners at St Polten’s NV Arena on F

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Opponent Watch: France cruise over Italy

France maintained their impressive form ahead of their opening FIFA World Cup match against the Caltex Socceroos, overcoming Italy 3-1 in Nice on Saturday morning (AEST). Coach Didier Deschamps put out a strong line-up for Les Blues, including Hugo Lloris in goal and the likes

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FIFA World Cup Ultimate Guide: Travelling fans

With the FIFA World Cup about to get underway, fans will be flocking to Russia to watch the 64 matches it will take to decide the 2018 champion. Not everyone in Russia will be lucky enough to snag a ticket to the matches, meaning they’ll be cramming into bars, restaurants and

Bailey Wright celebrates his goal on debut against Saudi Arabia.

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12 days to go: Bailey Wright's FIFA World Cup story

The 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia is just over a week away and as part of our countdown to the tournament, we are profiling every Australian player who's been to a FIFA World Cup. Today we continue the countdown with Bristol City centre-back Bailey Wright, part of Australia's

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Captain Sainsbury's cheeky pre-match prediction almost comes true

Trent Sainsbury almost got his wish for the ultimate Caltex Socceroos confidence-booster. Speaking alongside Bert van Marwijk in the media conference prior to facing the Czech Republic, the famously laid-back defender jokingly outlined his hope to win 5-0 in response to his co

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Nabbout burning to be Caltex Socceroos' wildcard weapon

Andrew Nabbout is not content to simply sit back and enjoy the ride of what could be an unexpected FIFA World Cup adventure. Instead, after opening his international account in the Caltex Socceroos' richly-deserved 4-0 win over Czech Republic on Friday night (AEST), the eye-ca

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Van Marwijk’s assessment after big Caltex Socceroos win

Bert van Marwijk has his first win as Caltex Socceroos but insists there is still much to improve ahead of the FIFA World Cup after defeating the Czech Republic 4-0 on Friday. Mathew Leckie scored a double while Andrew Nabbout grabbed his first international goal and an own go