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SHOCKING: 6 - What They Never Told You

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.

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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

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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.

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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’

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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.

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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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Big gun cameos seal Socceroos' World Cup send-off win

Nestory Irankunda, Jordy Bos and Riley McGree have come off the bench to lift the Socceroos to a 5-1 win over Curacao in their World Cup send-off match.

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The World Cup is football Christmas and every Socceroo wants their name on the nice list

Australia’s friendly against Curacao on Tuesday is the crucial audition for players to show Tony Popovic they deserve a ticket to the US

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Socceroos embrace Cup auditions with end goal in sight

Milos Degenek has been to two World Cups, and he and his teammates can show they should be in Tony Popovic's squad.

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Behich ready to help rival Bos reach Socceroos heights

Socceroos left wing-back Jordy Bos is a star on the rise and has plenty of support and competition from established veteran Aziz Behich to help him.

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The teen wonder who's bolting into Socceroos contention

Tony Popovic has revealed the moment he knew teenage World Cup hopeful Lucas Herrington was ready to handle a Socceroos debut at age 18.

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Jordan Bos strikes late to spare Socceroos’ blushes in stodgy win over Cameroon

Australia ramp up World Cup preparations with 1-0 victory after a dour first half and Ajdin Hrustic has a penalty saved in Sydney

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Late Bos goal helps stodgy Socceroos past Cameroon

A late goal from Jordy Bos has helped Australia to a 1-0 win over Cameroon in their friendly in Sydney.

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'I wish him well': Popovic as Volpato waits for Italy

Socceroos coach Tony Popovic has addressed Cristian Volpato's apparent decision to preference Italy over Australia on the international stage.

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Socceroos' Karacic out of last home games before Cup

Luckless defender Fran Karacic will miss the Socceroos' World Cup warm-up matches against Cameroon and Curacao through yet another injury setback.

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Popovic's former teammates praise coaching performance

Speaking 20 years on from Australia's 2006 World Cup qualification, ex-Socceroos Mark Schwarzer and Josip Skoko have both commended Tony Popovic's management.

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'Kangaroo' Suto eyes World Cup on first trip Down Under

In Croatia, they used to tease Ante Suto by calling him a "kangaroo" and now the Hibs forward is a chance to go to the World Cup with the Socceroos.

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Robertson addresses 'issue' at heart of Socceroos exile

After three years of mystery and innuendo, Alex Robertson is finally back in the Socceroos set-up with the midfielder explaining why it took so long.

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Mabil's lifeline sends message to forgotten Socceroos

Jason Geria has held up Awer Mabil's Socceroos recall as proof Tony Popovic will leave no stone unturned heading into this year's World Cup.

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Socceroos' mystery World Cup rivals no concern: Popovic

Despite not having all their group stage opponents confirmed for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Socceroos coach Tony Popovic is not letting that affect preparations.

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