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Craig Foster: ‘I don’t like Messi as much as Maradona’

The former football player and commentator on the Socceroos’ World Cup tilt, the multicultural legacy of the sport and what it might take for the team to one day win the tournament

The Guardian - AU

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.

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Socceroos sweat on scans for injured star

Socceroos defender Jordan Bos has headed for scans on his injured left knee and will hope he has avoided serious injury.

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Vic Pubs To Stay Open All Night Long For Socceroos Vs Egypt, So We Checked Each State’s Game Day Law

Why watch the World Cup from when you can go to the pub?

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Pubs to stay open all night for Socceroos clash

Drinking holes across the country will be allowed to operate around-the-clock for Australia's upcoming win-or-go-home World Cup match against Egypt.

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‘There’s no ceiling’: electrifying Jordan Bos leaves Socceroo teammates in awe against Paraguay

Australia’s left-back switched positions to eye-catching effect against Paraguay, earning comparisons to Gareth Bale and Arjen Robben

The Guardian - AU

Teen sensation makes Socceroos history in the US

Lucas Herrington has become the youngest Socceroo to start a World Cup match, with an assured debut against Paraguay helping secure a knockout berth.

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'Best wing-back in the world': Bos runs the show

Socceroo Jordan Bos was dominant at right wing-back in Australia's 0-0 draw with Paraguay, delivering a World Cup performance that has everyone talking.

AAP

Inside the Socceroos’ World Cup home: ping pong, pool, retro kits and organic omelettes

The grand Claremont Hotel in Berkeley has been adapted to make Australia’s stay as comfortable as possible. And of course there is Vegemite on tap

The Guardian - AU

$Why Socceroos’ World Cup breakthrough has come at the right time for fractious Australia$

Why Socceroos’ World Cup breakthrough has come at the right time for fractious Australia

A Socceroos squad from diverse backgrounds has broken through just as Australia’s far-right, anti-immigration party surges in the polls – the timing might be perfect

The Independent UK

Mo Touré’s parents on the struggles that paved way for a Socceroos career: ‘It was life or death’

Now that he’s older, the striker say he better understands what his family went through on their refugee journey from war-torn Liberia to Australia

The Guardian - AU

Months' worth of US barbs fuelling red-hot Socceroos

The Socceroos have had months of barbs from US pundits to soak up ahead of their blockbuster, high-stakes World Cup clash.

AAP

Socceroos star has had enough of underdogs tag

Defender Alessandro Circati hopes the Socceroos are starting to gain more respect and that players attracting attention from big clubs can help achieve that.

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Socceroo still buzzing after sliding into history books

Socceroos midfielder Connor Metcalfe is still riding the emotional high of scoring the goal that sealed Australia's opening World Cup win over Turkey.

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The Guardian - AU

Flares, chants and ecstatic Socceroos fans: Melbourne football lovers celebrate ‘the greatest day’

Australia supporters packed out Federation Square to watch the side’s World Cup match against Turkey – and came away overjoyed

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'Oh my days': Socceroos fans bask in World Cup win

Live screening sites across Australia have erupted as the Socceroos scored a 2-0 win over Turkey in their World Cup opener.

The Guardian - AU

Socceroos stun Turkey as Australia’s youngsters shine in opening World Cup win

Australia’s next generation delivered one of their best World Cup victories, upsetting Turkey 2-0 in Vancouver to start their campaign in style

The Economic Times

Australia embraces immigrants on World Cup squad with message that soccer is for everyone

Australia's Socceroos are highlighting their immigrant players before the World Cup. This message of inclusion comes as anti-immigrant feelings grow worldwide. Players like Awer Mabil, born in a refugee camp, share their journeys. The team's stance underscores multiculturalism's impact on Australia. This initiative aims to unite people and celebrate diversity.

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Where do Socceroos come from? Our map reveals Australia’s junior talent hotspots

When Football Australia (FA) announced the Socceroos’ squad for the FIFA World Cup, there was plenty of interest on the mix of experienced and new players.

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Like a Bos: Socceroos gun ready for World Cup lift-off

Jordan Bos is arguably already the Socceroos' best player and the dynamic left wing-back could propel himself to superstardom at the World Cup.

AAP

The Bellamy connection that inspires Socceroos boss

Tony Popovic has been inspired by coaching great Craig Bellamy for a long time and the Melbourne coach isn't surprised to see him thriving with the Socceroos.

The Guardian - AU

Alessandro Circati on the art of defending: ‘Stopping a goal is equivalent to scoring’

The Socceroos and Parma centre-back on finessing his craft in the birthplace of catenaccio, his father’s influence and a World Cup dream

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Yengi making up for lost time with Adelaide's Socceroos

Tete Yengi has finally joined other South Australian talents like Mohamed Toure and Nestory Irankunda in the Socceroos fold and is ready to seize his chance.

AAP

Sky's the limit for emerging Socceroos pair

Lucas Herrington and Paul Okon-Engstler are among the young Socceroos in the World Cup squad and coach Tony Popovic has high expectations of both.

Sports Illustrated

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.

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