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Tony Popovic explains why he declined four-year contract extension at Socceroos

Australia coach Tony Popovic has revealed that he turned down a contract ⁠extension that would have kept him in the job until the 2030 World Cup, preferring to sign a deal ‌only until the end of next year's Asian Cup.

Aussies Abroad: Ange wins managerial award as Mo Toure scores again

More than 30 Socceroos-capped players took to the field across Europe and Asia at the weekend - here's how every single one of them fared.

Former Socceroos boss Arnold renews contract as Iraq head coach for six months

Iraq's Australian coach ⁠Graham Arnold has renewed his contract with the team ‌until 2027, the country's FA ‌said on Monday.

Alessandro Circati is off to Benfica after clubs reach agreement

A transfer fee close to €20m (AU$32.7m) plus add-ons has been agreed upon for the Socceroos centre-back, ending his time at Parma.

Socceroos star Nestory Irankunda signs with Portuguese giants Sporting

AC Milan and Juventus interest pushes Circati's asking price above AU$55m: report

According to one transfer insider, Serie A club Parma are now demanding at least €34m (AU$57m) for the Socceroos centre back, who has been linked with several high-profile clubs.

Socceroo Alex Robertson plays tiki-taka with his Cardiff teammates in pre-season win

Cardiff City ran rampant with a 5-1 win over non-league club Forest Green Rovers in a pre-season friendly last weekend, with their opening goal of the match going viral.

Volpato allegedly caught speeding and driving under cocaine influence

The new Socceroo has had his international drivers licence suspended for six months after being caught speeding by police in Sydney overnight.

'It started with an argument with my wife': Socceroos captain Wade reveals CTE diagnosis

The 64-year-old says he has "probable" chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) and has chosen to go public with the news to help spread awareness of the condition.

Socceroos goalkeeper Beach lands Ligue 1 contract after excellent World Cup

French publication L'Equipe reported at the weekend that French club Troyes have signed Beach on a mammoth five-year deal through to the end of 2030/31.

Who were the best and worst Socceroos at the World Cup? Every player rated

Using Flashscore's new and improved player ratings system, we have crowned centre back Alessandro Circati as Australia's best performer of the tournament. Read on to find out who wasn't so impressive...

Feyenoord's Bos to miss three months after knee injury with Socceroos at World Cup

Australia left-back Jordan ⁠Bos will miss the first three months ‌of the new season for ‌Feyenoord after ‌a knee injury at ‌the World Cup, the ‌Dutch club said on Saturday.

Australia forward Mitch Duke announces retirement from international football

Australia striker Mitch Duke has announced his retirement ⁠from international soccer, bringing the curtain down on a career spanning more ‌than a decade in which he won ‌50 caps for the Socceroos.

Texas baseball side invites 'Aussie takeover' as Socceroos fans flood Dallas

After the success of a similar marketing stunt involving travelling Scottish supporters in Miami, Major League Baseball (MLB) club Texas Rangers have extended an offer to the thousands of Australian fans descending upon Dallas this week.

Socceroos teen Herrington hopes for Salah test in World Cup round of 32

After making a World Cup debut at 18, ⁠defending Australia's goal from Mohamed Salah is the next box Lucas Herrington would like to tick in a ‌fast-moving career.

Socceroos to host Brazil this September in huge footballing coup

Football Australia has landed not one but two friendlies against the South American powerhouses on home soil later this year.

Jacob Italiano and Mathew Leckie to miss remainder of Australia's World Cup

Australia full back Jacob Italiano and veteran ⁠attacker Mathew Leckie are out of the World Cup with injuries, the Socceroos confirmed on Friday.

Popovic hails Australia's 'wonderful achievement' after reaching knockout stages

Australia coach Tony ⁠Popovic hailed a "special day" for the Socceroos at the World Cup ‌after they reached the round of 32 with ‌a 0-0 draw against Paraguay ‌on Thursday.

Australia through to Round of 32 after scoreless draw with Paraguay

Australia and Paraguay played out an underwhelming 0-0 draw in a contest that was a product of the FIFA World Cup’s new format, with the result securing the Socceroos a second consecutive knockout round appearance and putting La Albirroja in a strong position to advance in one of the best third-placed spots.

Socceroos to make at least two changes for Paraguay due to injuries

Australia full back Jacob Italiano has been ruled out of at ⁠least the World Cup Group D clash against Paraguay on Thursday due to a suspected adductor injury, joining veteran forward Mathew ‌Leckie on the sidelines.

Australia's Trewin ready for anticipated US matchup against MLS teammate

Australia defender Kai Trewin wished his New York City FC ⁠teammate Matt Freese good luck before the World Cup, but will try to help the Socceroos foil the United States goalkeeper on ‌Friday.

Socceroos assistant says coaches won't dictate players' social media use

Australia's players are mature enough to handle the ⁠hype ahead of their high-profile World Cup match against co-hosts the United States and do not need staff ‌to tell them to get off social media, assistant coach Hayden Foxe ‌has said.

Life's a Beach for Australia as goalkeeper justifies shock start to live the dream

Two days before Australia's opener against Turkey, a big call was being made by Socceroos' coach, Tony Popovic, that would send shockwaves through the country.

Hot prospect Irankunda scores as Australia defeat Turkey in shock World Cup win

Making his competitive debut in goal for Australia, Patrick Beach produced a man-of-the-match performance as the Socceroos avoided a fifth consecutive defeat in a FIFA World Cup (WC) opener with a 2-0 win over Turkey in Vancouver.