Socceroos News

James Troisi in action for the Socceroos in their recent friendly against Japan.
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Troisi flags time-wasting with Asian Cup refs

James Troisi says the Socceroos have raised the issue of time-wasting as a cause for concern with AFC Asian Cup referees ahead of the opening match on Friday.

Mark Bresciano on the ball during a Socceroos training session in Melbourne.
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Bresciano singles out Socceroos' next stars

According to Mark Bresciano, one of the greatest modern-day Socceroos, two rising stars have really caught his eye during Australia’s preparations for the Asian Cup over the last week.

Kuwait pose for a team photo during a 2012 World Cup qualifer against Korea Republic.
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What you need to know about Kuwait

A controversial cancelled friendly with UAE and a new coach in Nabil Maaloul means Kuwait go into their Asian Cup opener with the Socceroos as a bit of an unknown.

Robbie Kruse on the ball in October's friendly against Qatar.
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Kruse MK II reveals his new Socceroo mindset

Socceroo striker Robbie Kruse speaks openly about his injury, missing the World Cup, being labelled a flop in Germany and his new and improved mindset as Australia prepare to open the Asian Cup this Friday night against Kuwait.

Tim Cahill with his trademark goal celebration for the Socceroos.
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Groundsman's offer to Cahill: break my corner flags!

The Socceroos will have a pristine pitch when they open the Asian Cup against Kuwait. Meet the man whose job it is to ensure the surface is pitch perfect for Friday night's tournament opener.

Socceroos captain Mile Jedinak converts from the penalty spot against the Netherlands at the World Cup.
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Jedinak on Asian Cup, EPL and growing back his beard!

Swiftly becoming a household name at home following his rise to the captaincy of his nation, the Crystal Palace skipper's claim to fame outside Australia is his prodigious appetite for a challenge in the unforgiving Premier League.

Massimo Luongo played with Welsh superstar Gareth Bale at Tottenham Hotspur.
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Be an instant Socceroo expert: top 10 facts

If you’ve been supporting our Socceroos since way back or are new to the national team, it’s always handy to have facts to share with your fellow Socceroo fans and mates.

Socceroos fans show their support at the 2014 FIFA World Cup.
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Socceroo fans rise to the challenge

​When the Socceroos walk out on Friday night to open the Asian Cup, they’ll have a passionate active support group backing them from the terraces.

Mark Schwarzer in goals for during during last season's UEFA Champions League semi-final against Atletico Madrid.
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Schwarzer signs up for relegation scrap

Former Socceroos goalkeeper Mark Schwarzer will join English Premier League strugglers Leicester City in a bid for more playing time Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho has confirmed.

Socceroos forward Mathew Leckie on the training ground.
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Socceroos' five-star rivalry with Kuwait

Japan are Australia's nemesis from the 2011 AFC Asian Cup final and there's still a score to be settled with Iran dating back to 1997, but a rivalry of a different kind is brewing between the Socceroos and Kuwait ahead of their showdown on Friday.

Socceroos boss Ange Postecoglou addresses his players during a training session in Melbourne.
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Socceroos training session: day 9 report

​The Socceroos had their first session at Lakeside Stadium with the only concern being Robbie Kruse who didn’t train and stretched on the side of the training pitch throughout the session.

Ivan Franjic in action for the Socceroos at the World Cup against Chile.
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Franjic open to Hyundai A-League loan

Socceroo defender Ivan Franjic says he is open for a return to the Hyundai A-League after the Asian Cup.

The Asian Cup trophy is modelled in front of the Sydney Opera House.
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Record 800 million to tune in for Asian Cup

A record 800 million football fans from more than 120 countries are expected to watch AFC Asian Cup Australia 2015, which kicks offin Melbourne on Friday (January 9).

Ange Postecoglou says he is excited ahead of the Asian Cup opener against Kuwait.
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Postecoglou opens up ahead of Asian Cup

In one of his most candid interviews, the Socceroo boss opens up about his past coaching career, the changes he's implementing in the national team and what he thinks his future might hold.

Melbourne couple Fran and Chris with baby Duke.
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Oh baby! Socceroo fans' loyalties are split

​They may be huge Socceroo and Mark Bresicano fans, but Melbourne couple Fran and Chris reckon their cute bub Duke bears a striking resemblance to another Socceroo superstar.