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Uncapped teen joins Socceroos' World Cup train-on squad

An uncapped teenager and a group of mainstays have been added to the Socceroos' train-on squad for the World Cup.

AAP

Football Australia face redundancies as finances bite

More than 20 per cent of net staff at Football Australia are set to be made redundant as soccer's governing body faces another heavy financial loss.

AAP

Victory axe Diles, hunt for new A-League Men coach

Melbourne Victory are on the hunt for a new A-League Men coach after parting ways with Arthur Diles following their elimination final loss to Sydney FC.

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How MLS has become a key proving ground for Socceroos World Cup hopefuls

A sizeable contingent of Australian players in the US adds intrigue to the upcoming Group D clash between the two nations

The Guardian - AU

Australia 2026 World Cup Preview: Resolute Socceroos Poised to Punch Above Their Weight

The Socceroos aren’t out to woo the masses in North America this summer.

Sports Illustrated

World Cup door open for forgotten Socceroos goalkeeper

Socceroos coach Tony Popovic has kept the door open for forgotten goalkeeper Joe Gauci to make his World Cup case at a training camp in Florida.

AAP

Arnold reacts as Iraq set Asian Cup date with Socceroos

Australia have drawn fellow World Cup-bound side Iraq, who will be led by the former Socceroos boss Graham Arnold, in next year's Asian Cup.

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Irankunda interest a positive for Socceroos boss

As far as coach Tony Popovic is concerned, whispers that big clubs are circling Nestory Irankunda can only be good news ahead of the World Cup.

AAP

Socceroos eager to disprove World Cup underdog tag, says coach Tony Popovic

Socceroos’ coach Tony Popovic said he wants to spoil predictions his team will struggle to progress out of one of the World Cup’s most challenging groups

The Guardian - AU

US political climate won't worry Socceroos boss

Socceroos coach Tony Popovic isn't worried about how the US political climate will affect his team at the World Cup.

AAP

World Cup heroes get shot at Socceroos squad

World Cup heroes Mathew Leckie and Harry Souttar will get their chance to push for last-ditch selection for this year's squad at a Socceroos training camp.

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Sydney youngster leading charge as ALM stars eye Cup

Sydney FC young gun Paul Okon Jnr is among the A-League Men stars jostling for Socceroos selection and showed his worth against Melbourne Victory and Juan Mata.

AAP

A-League’s World Cup hopefuls out to grasp last chance to impress Socceroos coach

Melbourne City attacker Marcus Younis is among the players hoping to give Tony Popovic a ‘massive headache’ when picking the Australia squad

The Guardian - AU

Souttar makes impressive return ahead of World Cup

Harry Souttar has taken a huge step towards a Socceroos comeback ahead of the World Cup after making his long-awaited return from injury with Leicester City.

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Bulls beat 'Nix as Duke makes final World Cup audition

With Socceroos coach Tony Popovic in the stands, World Cup hopeful Mitch Duke helped Macarthur FC demolish Wellington Phoenix in a dead-rubber match.

The Guardian - AU

Socceroo Mo Touré scores fourth goal in a week as sizzling run for Norwich continues

Canaries coach compares 22-year-old to young Erling Haaland as Australian’s red-hot form gives boost to Tony Popovic before World Cup

AAP

Socceroos face final European test ahead of World Cup

Australia will conclude their build-up to the World Cup with a match against the world's 19th-ranked side Switzerland, a rare outing against European opponents.

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Tony Popovic's son the hero as Glory upset Macarthur

Macarthur's finals hopes are hanging by a thread after their 3-1 loss to Perth Glory left them four points adrift of sixth spot with only two rounds remaining.

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Back after injury hell: big Harry boost for Socceroos

Harry Souttar was back in Leicester's match-day squad in the English Championship after a 15-month injury nightmare in a World Cup boost for the Socceroos.

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Duke to retire from Socceroos after World Cup bid

Socceroos veteran Mitch Duke is hoping for a World Cup swansong to his international career, saying he'll retire whether or not he makes the squad.

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'If I was coach, I'd pick him': Duke a Cup no-brainer

Socceroos veteran Mitch Duke has strengthened his case for a spot in the World Cup squad, with Macarthur FC coach Mile Sterjovski saying it's a no-brainer.

The Guardian - AU

No more Matildas or Socceroos blockbuster matches if top teams won’t make the trip

The pressure is on Football Australia to sustain interest in the national sides but luring elite opposition to play friendlies at home is ‘bloody difficult’

AAP

Bulls star pushes World Cup case with ALM double

Socceroos veteran Mitch Duke is knocking on Tony Popovic's door for a World Cup spot, notching a brace and an assist to fire Macarthur to a win over Newcastle.

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Sky's limit for Irankunda as Socceroos brace for Turkey

The Socceroos will face Turkey first at the World Cup, and after his brace against Curacao Nestory Irankunda will be a crucial part of plans to shock the world.

The Guardian - AU

Nestory Irankunda double elevates Socceroos to grand farewell win over Curaçao

Australia defeat Curaçao 5-1 in final home match before World Cup as trio of substitutes combine for three goals to dominate second half

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