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The Socceroos are preparing for a tough World Cup opener against Chile.

World Cup preview: Socceroos v Chile

Ange Postecoglou's new-look Socceroos are likely to be tested to the limit when their World Cup campaign begins against Chile on Friday.

The 2014 FIFA World Cup got off to a glitzy start in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

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Spectacular World Cup opening

The World Cup kicked off this morning with a flashy opening ceremony featuring music stars, traditional Brazilian capoeira performers, acrobats, gymnasts, stilt walkers, doves of peace and a giant LED football.

Mauricio Pinilla fires a shot in Chile's recent friendly against Germany.

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Pinilla: ‘Chile not thinking about losing’

Chile are focused solely on their FIFA World Cup opener against the Socceroos on Friday, according to Chilean forward Mauricio Pinilla, who hasn’t entertained the possibility of losing to the unfancied Aussies.

The Socceroos receive instructions from coaching staff during training in Vitoria.

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Ange’s men to fight attacking fire with fire

Socceroos assistant coach Aurelio Vidmar says Australia won't be afraid of an 'aggressive' style of attack from Chile when the two sides meet on Friday.

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.