Socceroos News

Uruguay striker Luis Suarez's reaction after biting Italy's Giorgio Chiellini.

Suarez apologises for bite

Uruguay forward Luis Suarez has apologised for biting Italy defender Giorgio Chiellini at the FIFA World Cup, vowing never to repeat the action.

France's Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba celebrates scoring against Nigeria.

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Pogba breaks Nigerian hearts in Brasilia

Nigeria goalkeeper Vincent Enyeama went from hero to zero as his error helped France to a 2-0 FIFA World Cup last-16 triumph.

Dutch attacker Arjen Robben skips a tackle from Mexico's Rafael Marquez.

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Robben defends comments over diving

Arjen Robben has defended his candid comments regarding allegations of diving in Netherlands' dramatic 2-1 win over Mexico on Sunday.

Santos reacts during Greece's loss to Costa Rica.

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Santos proud of Greece's World Cup display

Outgoing coach Fernando Santos has underlined his pride at Greece's efforts in the FIFA World Cup.

Pogba celebrates after opening the scoring for France against Nigeria at the World Cup in Brazil.

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Pogba future at Juventus, says agent

Paul Pogba's agent has reiterated that the midfielder's immediate future is at Juventus, despite speculation regarding a possible transfer.

Ivan Franjic in action for the Socceroos at the World Cup against Chile.

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Franjic appeals to sponsors, says report

Brisbane Roar star Ivan Franjic had the highest number of media mentions of any Hyundai A-League during the World Cup, according to an iSentia report.

Costa Rica coach Jorge Luis Pinto rallies his players for extra-time against Greece.

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Pinto: We deserved to win

Costa Rica coach Jorge Luis Pinto said his side deserved to reach the quarter-finals at the FIFA World Cup after edging Greece on penalties.

Costa Rican goalkeeper Keylor Navas saves a crucial penalty from Theofanis Gekas of Greece.

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Costa Rica continue Cup dream against Greece

Ten-man Costa Rica defied the odds once more to continue their FIFA World Cup fairytale with a 5-3 last-16 penalty shootout win over Greece.

Arjen Robben takes a tumble during the Netherlands win over Mexico.

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Robben apologises for diving in Mexico clash

Arjen Robben apologised for diving before winning the decisive injury-time penalty in the Netherland's FIFA World Cup victory over Mexico.

Dutch striker Klaas-Jan Huntelaar celebrates converting his stoppage time penalty against Mexico.

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Netherlands comeback to beat Mexico

The Netherlands staged a dramatic late comeback to win 2-1 and ensure that Mexico's FIFA World Cup last-16 hoodoo continued.

Cahill set up New York's last minute equaliser.

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Cahill stars in MLS return

Tim Cahill has shrugged off the disappointment of missing the Socceroos' final World Cup match against Spain to help his New York Red Bulls outfit snatch a late equaliser against Toronto in the MLS.

Oscar Duarte of Costa Rica walks off the pitch after receiving a red card from referee Benjamin Williams.

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Australian referees appointed to WC quarter final

Hyundai A-League referee Ben Williams' impressive maiden World Cup campaign has continued after he was appointed as the fourth official for the quarter final match between Argentina and Belgium.

Williams shows Enner Valencia of Ecuador a yellow card during the match between Honduras and Ecuador.

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Australian referee makes World Cup history

Hyundai A-League referee Ben Williams will make history in Brazil on Monday morning (6am AEST) by becoming the first Australian to take charge of a second round match at the FIFA World Cup.