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Bailey Wright

The Melbourne-born central defender graduated from the Victorian Institute of Sport in 2008 before heading to England to try his luck abroad. He made three appearances with the Joeys (under-17's) as a teenager but has yet to make an appearance for the senior team.

Adam Taggart

The newly crowned Hyundai Golden Boot (16 goals) and Hyundai A-League Young Player of the Year, is a WA product who spent two years with the Perth Glory where he learnt from the likes of goal-scoring machines Robbie Fowler and Shane Smeltz.

Socceroo talisman eyes new defining moments

Socceroo talisman Tim Cahill says he is desperate to help Ange Postecoglou and the Socceroos in any way he can in Brazil.

Bolter Bailey reaps his rewards

He started the year as an unknown to most Australian fans but some consistent form has seen Bailey Wright become a Socceroo bolter.

Fearless Socceroos an exciting prospect, says Milligan

Mark Milligan has declared the Socceroos group of fresh and young faces will head to the World Cup with no fear of taking on the world's best.

Ange satisfied with Bresciano’s match fitness

Socceroo coach Ange Postecoglou says Mark Bresciano has played enough football to warrant his inclusion in Australia's World Cup squad but did admit concerns over Tom Rogic's form and fitness.

Franjic caps off extraordinary rise

Ivan Franjic says he’s still coming to terms with his rise from part-time footballer to selection in the Socceroos’ 30-man squad for the World Cup in Brazil.

Ange's Socceroo squad for Brazil revealed

Head Coach Ange Postecoglou today named the 30-man Socceroo preliminary squad for the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil.

Kruse back in training with Bayer Leverkusen

It’s a sight that will warm the hearts of Socceroos fans. Robbie Kruse is back in training with his German club Bayer Leverkusen and they couldn't be happier.

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Rejuvenated Patafta targets Socceroo return

Forgotten midfielder Kaz Patafta has boldly declared he is now ready to fulfil his undoubted potential and still harbours ambitions to play for the Socceroos.

Socceroos' three most-important players in Brazil

Ahead of the Socceroos squad announcement, we look at three key players vital to the Socceroos chances at the FIFA World Cup.

Jedinak relieved on injury front after groin scare

Socceroo midfielder Mile Jedinak is facing up to three weeks on the sidelines but should recover from a groin problem in time to play at the World Cup.

Parking Ange’s Socceroo bus? No way says Emmo

Brett Emerton says Socceroos fans should expect to see plenty of goals, entertainment and spirit from Ange Postecoglou's new-look side at next month's World Cup.