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'Something's changed': post-Cup Socceroos playing brave

Fresh off drawing with Brazil, Socceroos defender Alessandro Circati has detailed the tactical shift since the World Cup as they prepare for a Brisbane rematch.

AAP · 7h ago

Late Brazil leveller denies Socceroos a famous victory

A sensational second-half strike from Nestory Irankunda was not enough as Australia fell agonisingly short of an upset win over mighty Brazil.

AAP · Sep 25

Socceroos denied famous win as late Brazil goal cancels out Irankunda stunner

Nestory Irankunda hits free kick into top corner in 68th minute before Rayan equalises deep into added time in international friendly in Townsville

The Guardian - AU · Sep 25

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Australia vs. Brazil: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Carlo Ancelotti begins a new cycle at Brazil’s helm after a disappointing World Cup.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 24

Vinícius Júnior et al land in unlikely outpost of Townsville as Brazil reboot begins

The Seleção’s rebuild after their latest World Cup exit begins against the Socceroos in a place better known for rugby league than joga bonito

The Guardian - AU · Sep 24

Brazil friendlies a 'reality check' for new Socceroos

With seven potential debutants in the squad, veteran Milos Degenek is backing the new Socceroos generation to prove their mettle against Brazil.

AAP · Sep 21

Snub isn't the end of Ryan's Socceroos career: coach

Maty Ryan hasn't been selected for Australia's first games since the World Cup but coach Tony Popovic insists the captain's Socceroos career isn't over.

AAP · Sep 17

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Socceroos lock in final friendlies before Asian Cup

The Socceroos will face Jordan and Qatar in their final two hit-outs before next year's Asian Cup.

AAP · Sep 11

Socceroo Volpato learns fate over failed cocaine test

Cristian Volpato has been fined by police for testing positive for cocaine while driving, with Football Australia now facing a big call on the Socceroos star.

AAP · Sep 9

Why Socceroos coach has no regrets about shootout calls

Coach Tony Popovic claims even with hindsight he would still substitute Maty Ryan on for Australia's penalty shootout defeat to Egypt at the World Cup.

AAP · Sep 8

No major World Cup regrets, says Tony Popovic, despite shootout heartbreak

In his first appearance in front of the media since the last-32 defeat to Egypt the coach, whose tactics elicited some criticism, insists he would not have done anything different

The Guardian - AU · Sep 8

Lucas Herrington staying grounded at Hull City despite meteoric rise: ‘It’s pretty crazy’

The 54th Australian to play in the Premier League insists he will continue working hard – and cannot wait to face Erling Haaland

The Guardian - AU · Sep 4

Matildas follow Socceroo footsteps on path to World Cup

The Matildas are firmly entrenched in preparations for next year's Women's World Cup, and are also looking to address their future sooner rather than later.

AAP · Aug 27

Australia’s brightest young talents are on the move and it bodes well for the Socceroos

Headlined by Lucas Herrington’s record move to Hull City, almost a third of the World Cup squad are changing clubs with January’s Asian Cup looming

The Guardian - AU · Aug 12

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Sports Illustrated · Jul 20

One Thing We Learned About All 48 World Cup Teams

A brilliant 2026 World Cup is in the books, with Spain continuing its second dominant cycle of the 21st century.

AAP · Jul 6

Gutted but proud, life's a beach for World Cup hero

Patrick Beach has returned to Melbourne, saying there was no need for a private chat with Socceroos coach Tony Popovic after his controversial substitution.

The Conversation · Jul 5

The Socceroos’ defensive approach ended their World Cup dreams. They have some tough decisions to make

Tony Popovic took over the reins of the Socceroos when there was real concern they would not qualify for the World Cup. It’s what he does best: he goes into teams and is a bit of a “Mr Fix It”.

The Guardian - AU · Jul 5

Tony Popovic gets FA backing but is he the right man to take Socceroos forward?

The coach has the support of his employers and players for now but there will be a push for creativity to trump his defensive mindset

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AAP · Jul 5

'Enormous success': FA defends Popovic after Egypt loss

After the Socceroos' round-of-32 exit at the World Cup, Football Australia's bigwigs have thrown their support behind coach Tony Popovic.

The Guardian - AU · Jul 4

Success, failure or something else? How the Socceroos’ World Cup campaign rated

Australia’s overall performance cannot be distilled into a few spot kicks and will be deeply analysed in coming days, weeks and years

AAP · Jul 4

Socceroos 'keepers didn't see shootout switch-up coming

Coach Tony Popovic conceded his shock move to replace Patrick Beach with Maty Ryan for Australia's losing penalty shootout against Egypt didn't work.

Bangkok Post · Jul 3

Egypt sink Australia on penalties to secure first World Cup knockout win

ARLINGTON - Egypt held their nerve to beat Australia 4-2 on penalties ‌and secure their first World Cup knockout victory following a 1-1 draw after extra time in a cagey last-32 match at Dallas Stadium on Friday.

The Conversation · Jul 3

The Pharaohs rule in Dallas as the Socceroos are knocked out

For more than 3,000 years, the Pharaohs ruled one of history’s greatest civilisations. In Dallas, Egypt’s modern-day Pharaohs ruled once more, bringing the Socceroos’ World Cup campaign to an end with a disciplined performance and an emphatic penalty shoot-out victory.

FourFourTwo · Jul 3

Who is Mat Ryan? Australia's World Cup shootout goalkeeper

Mat Ryan was substituted on during Australia's clash with Egypt

AAP · Jul 3

Socceroos fans downhearted but well behaved, say police

Australia has been knocked out of the soccer World Cup after a tense shootout with Egypt, but local fans have accepted the disappointment without incident.

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