Socceroos News

Messi celebrates Argentina's second goal against Nigeria.

Messi shines as Argentina down Nigeria

Lionel Messi's sublime double sent Nigeria to a 3-2 loss against Argentina, but the Africans still progressed to the FIFA World Cup last 16.

Bosnia celebrate after scoring their third goal against Iran.

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Bosnia down Iran to claim maiden World Cup win

Bosnia-Herzegovina recorded their first FIFA World Cup win with a 3-1 triumph over Iran that also saw their opponents exit the tournament.

Vidal challenges for the ball with Spain's Andres Iniesta.

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Vidal is the key for Chile - Juninho

Juninho Pernambucano believes Arturo Vidal could hold the key to Chile beating hosts Brazil in the last 16 of the FIFA World Cup.

Pogba in action for France against Honduras at the World Cup in Brazil.

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World Cup All Stars in focus: France's Paul Pogba

Australian fans are in for a treat when Juventus’s young French dynamo Paul Pogba and the bianconeri meet our FOXTEL A-League All Stars on August 10 at ANZ Stadium.

France celebrate after their crushing 5-2 victory over Switzerland.

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Henry urges France to aim high

Former striker Thierry Henry urged France to take advantage of a genuine opportunity to win the FIFA World Cup in Brazil.

Jedinak says thank you to the fans for their support during Australia's World Cup campaign.

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Jedinak pays tribute to fans

Socceroos captain Mile Jedinak says the team have been overwhelmed with the support they have received during their World Cup campaign in Brazil.

The Socceroos' training base in Vitoria, Brazil.

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From Gosford to Curitiba

The Socceroos' World Cup campaign may have come to an end but their journey in Brazil has been an unforgettable experience for both the players and supporters alike.

Suarez reacts after the alleged biting incident against Italy.

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Suarez plays down alleged biting incident

Uruguay forward Luis Suarez made light of the incident with Giorgio Chiellini that landed him at the centre of another biting controversy.

Alberto Zaccheroni looks on during Japan's 4-1 loss to Colombia.

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Zaccheroni: The result is a liar

Alberto Zaccheroni felt Colombia were flattered by a 4-1 win over Japan, which sealed the latter's exit from the FIFA World Cup.

Japan's Shinji Kagawa fights for the ball with Colombia's Carlos Carbonero.

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Colombia continue their Cup samba

Colombia beat Japan 4-1 in Cuiaba on Tuesday to seal top spot in Group C and send their opponents crashing out of the FIFA World Cup.

Greece celebrate after their 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast.

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Greece make history with win over Ivory Coast

Georgios Samaras' last-gasp penalty saw Greece beat Ivory Coast 2-1 and reach the FIFA World Cup's last 16 for the first time.

England's Frank Lampard challenges Costa Rica's Bryan Ruiz.

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Costa Rica top group after England stalemate

Costa Rica secured top spot in FIFA World Cup Group D courtesy of a drab 0-0 draw with already-eliminated England on Tuesday.

Uruguay celebrate after their 1-0 victory over Italy.

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Suarez leaves his mark as Uruguay progress

Luis Suarez was at the centre of further controversy as Uruguay beat Italy 1-0 to progress from Group D at the FIFA World Cup.

The Socceroos stand together during the national anthem in the match against Spain.

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Now the challenge is to win the Asian Cup

Near enough is no longer good enough. That is surely the message this Socceroos team takes home with it after bowing out of the FIFA World Cup Finals following a 3-0 loss to Spain in Curitiba.