Socceroos News

The Socceroos will need to improve quickly ahead of the World Cup in Brazil.
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Heat is on ahead of Chile

The Socceroos learned an important lesson against South Africa. I just hope the message has hit home when they have their third successive crack at the World Cup.

Mark Bresciano has been approached by Melbourne Heart to become their domestic marquee.
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Bresciano confirms Melbourne Heart approach

Mark Bresciano has confirmed Melbourne Heart have made contact to sound the veteran out about becoming the A-League club's new domestic marquee player, but it remains to be seen if they can prise him away from Qatar.

A new-look Socceroos will take on the World's best in Brazil.
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What’s with the negativity?

I really don't understand all the fuss about the Socceroos at the moment.

McKay played a vital role in helping Australia to a come-from-behind 2-1 victory over Thailand.
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Socceroos’ road to Brazil with Matt McKay

It all began on September 2, 2011 when the Socceroos kicked off their AFC Asian qualifying campaign with a home game against a spirited Thai side.

Socceroos captain Mile Jedinak addresses the media throng on Australia's arrival in Vitoria.
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Socceroos arrive to riot police and helicopters

With riot police providing a private escort and helicopters overhead, the Socceroos are the first team to land in Brazil ahead of next month's World Cup.

Socceroos defender Ivan Franjic thinks Brazil and Croatia will progress from Group A at the World Cup.
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Franjic previews World Cup Group A

With Australia set to face Croatia in their final international hit-out before their first Group B match, Socceroo defender Ivan Franjic has cast his eye over Croatia’s group.

Socceroos Oliver Bozanic and Dario Vidosic enjoying the flight to Brazil.
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Come fly with the Socceroos and FFA TV!

James Holland took over the microphone on QF27 flight to South America, heading into the cockpit to chat with the pilot, through the cabin with team-mates and he caught up with a familiar face in seat 1A, Mel McLaughlin.

The Socceroos were given a rousing send off before departing for the World Cup in Brazil
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Socceroos' rousing farewell at Sydney airport

The Socceroos are bound for Brazil after being given a rousing send off on Wednesday as they head to their date with destiny at the World Cup.

Mark Bresciano and Ben Halloran address the media before the Socceroos flew out for the World Cup.
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Bresh on why Socceroos can shock

Veteran midfielder Mark Bresciano says the Socceroos are going to Brazil to "shock the world" and he is ready to deliver a few more magic moments of his own in the Green and Gold.

Winger Ben Halloran made his Socceroos debut against South Africa.
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It's surreal says Brazil-bound Socceroo speedster

The last few weeks have been a dream introduction to international football for Ben Halloran, but the forward won't allow himself to relax just yet, with the potential heartache of being excluded from Australia's final World Cup squad still a possibility.

Tim Cahill added to his all-time leading Socceroos goal tally against South Africa.
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Best is yet to come, tips Cahill

Tim Cahill isn’t concerned about criticism of Australia’s performance against South Africa on Monday night – the Socceroo talisman sees the hit-out as part of a bigger, more important, picture, reports Iain Strachan of Goal.com.

Tommy Oar was a bright spark for the Socceroos in attack against South Africa.
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Oar: 'I feel free under Ange'

The Socceroos failed to fully convince some commentators against South Africa on Monday night, but no such criticism could be directed at Tommy Oar, who says he is thriving after being reunited with Ange Postecoglou.

Josh Allen prior to presenting the match officials with the game ball for the Socceroos v South Africa match.
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Josh’s big moment with the Socceroos

In youngster Josh Allen, the Socceroos have some inspiring support in their corner as they head to the World Cup in Brazil.

Alex Wilkinson is very much in the frame for a centre-back starting spot at the World Cup.
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Wilko in Korea best form ahead of Brazil

A few weeks ago Alex Wilkinson was no certainty to even make the Socceroos' 30-man preliminary World Cup squad.

Mile Jedinak is hoping to return for Australia's friendly against Croatia on June 7.
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Jedinak targets Croatia return

Socceroo skipper Mile Jedinak has targeted the Socceroos' pre-World Cup friendly against Croatia as his return date as he seeks valuable match time before the tournament starts.