‘Something clicked’: rejected Aussie comes full circle
Cristian Volpato felt Australian football had told him he wasn't good enough as a teenager, but made a call to return ahead of the World Cup.
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Sam Kerr locks in long-term deal with new club
Matildas captain Sam Kerr is ready to begin life after Chelsea, having signed a contract with a new club that will run well beyond next year's World Cup.
Barcelona can wait: Aussie teen on a World Cup mission
Lucas Herrington is subject to interest from the biggest clubs in the world, taking on some of football's biggest names and taking it all in stride.
‘They ruined our dream’: Socceroos’ Egypt redemption
Australia's World Cup round-of-32 clash with Egypt is personal for some of the Socceroos' stars, including attacker Connor Metcalfe.
Socceroos want to topple Pharaohs at set pieces
The Socceroos are yet to weaponise their set pieces at this World Cup and there is no better place to start than against Egypt in the knockouts.
Steeled Socceroos’ belief rising ahead of Egypt clash
The Socceroos believe their extended build-up to the World Cup and competitive tension will hold them in good stead now they are in the knockouts.
Life’s a Beach: Socceroos goalkeeper embracing fame
Socceroos goalkeeper Patrick Beach's newfound fame has extended to having a beach temporarily renamed in his honour, but he is taking it all in stride.
Socceroos to face Egypt in bid for World Cup history
The Socceroos' bid for an elusive World Cup knockout win will come down to a do-or-die clash with Egypt in the round of 32.
Too little, too late for Turkey who edge US in thriller
Kaan Ayhan scored with the final kick of the match as Turkey beat the United States 3-2 for their only win of the World Cup.
Fans kick on after teen arrested at Socceroos live site
Thousands of fans have packed Melbourne's Federation Square to support the Socceroos, with one person arrested for allegedly setting off a flare in the crowd.
Scoreless wonder: ‘special’ Socceroos book last-32 spot
The Socceroos have sealed progression to the World Cup round of 32 by playing out a 0-0 draw with Paraguay that delivers second place in Group D.
Socceroos ready with World Cup fate in their hands
The Socceroos have their World Cup fate in their hands with all eyes on whether coach Tony Popovic unleashes Nestory Irankunda from the start against Paraguay.
‘There is no tomorrow’ for desperate Paraguay
Paraguay will play like there is no tomorrow against the Socceroos, with both teams having World Cup knockout qualification on the line.
Popovic cagey on Irankunda start for Paraguay
Whether Nestory Irankunda will start against Paraguay remains a mystery, but Socceroos coach Tony Popovic will be forced to make at least two changes.
How failed socialist utopia ties Australia to Paraguay
World Cup opponents Australia and Paraguay have a unique connection through a bid to create a socialist utopia in the South American country, 130 years ago.
Numbers in Australia’s favour for World Cup progression
The Socceroos are all but through to the World Cup knockout stage, bar a disaster, but cannot think that far ahead with their Paraguay clash looming.
‘Game of life or death’: Paraguay ready for Socceroos
The only Paraguayan to ever play in the A-League Men, Fernando Romero expects his countrymen to take it up to the Socceroos at the World Cup.
‘Expect the unexpected’: Socceroos’ South American test
The Socceroos know they have a shocking record against South American opposition as they gear up for their crunch World Cup encounter with Paraguay.
Socceroos boss insists big calls didn’t lead to US loss
Coach Tony Popovic didn't start Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalfe in Australia's 2-0 loss to the United States, but is adamant personnel wasn't the issue.
How Socceroos will reboot for high-stakes Paraguay game
The Socceroos can seal second spot in group D at the World Cup with a win or draw against Paraguay - and they are determined to bounce out of the blocks.
Selection calls loom as Socceroos gear up for Paraguay
The Socceroos can seal second spot in group D at the World Cup with a win or draw against Paraguay - and all eyes will be on Tony Popovic's selection calls.
Socceroos ready to go up a gear in high-stakes US clash
Coach Tony Popovic says the Socceroos will need to be even better than they were against Turkey in their high-stakes World Cup clash with the United States.
Socceroos selection a mystery for high-stakes US clash
Socceroos boss Tony Popovic could well spring more selection surprises ahead of a high-stakes World Cup clash with co-hosts the United States.
Aussie takes reins at Beckham’s ambitious Salford City
Salford City's star-studded ownership have snapped up Australian Peter Cklamovski as the ambitious English club's new manager.
‘Can’t wait to beat them’: Socceroos up for US showdown
After months of being talked down by American pundits, the Socceroos are ready to have a crack at the United States on the field in their World Cup clash.
Messi magic gets defending champions going at World Cup
A Lionel Messi hat-trick against Algeria has got Argentina off to the perfect start as they attempt to defend their World Cup crown in North America.
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.
‘We don’t take s***’: US ready for Socceroos fight
The United States insist they are more aggressive than the last time they faced the Socceroos ahead of their bumper World Cup clash.
Socceroos focus on actions, US won’t be overconfident
US players have distanced themselves from the suggestion their World Cup clash with Australia will be a "lay-up" victory as the Socceroos soak up criticism.
Aussie World Cup referee in storm over hand gesture
FIFA's World Cup discrimination monitor has called for an Australian VAR official to be removed for making a hand gesture resembling a white supremacist sign.
Popovic World Cup masterclass to go down in history
Socceroos coach Tony Popovic turned in a selection and tactical masterclass to deliver a 2-0 win over Turkey in Australia's World Cup opener.