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

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.

Big moves beckon for Socceroos after World Cup

Big moves beckon for Socceroos after World Cup

Big moves beckon for Socceroos after World Cup

Big moves beckon for Socceroos after World Cup

After Australia's World Cup heartbreak, several Socceroos look set to be rewarded for standout tournaments with club moves that will put them on the map.

'Enormous success': FA defends Popovic after Egypt loss

'Enormous success': FA defends Popovic after Egypt loss

'Enormous success': FA defends Popovic after Egypt loss

'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.

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Socceroos young guns want more from World Cup pushes

Socceroos young guns want more from World Cup pushes

Many of the young Socceroos players heartbroken by Australia's World Cup exit will be there in 2030 and they have a point to prove.

Socceroos left to rue latest World Cup missed chance

Socceroos left to rue latest World Cup missed chance

The Socceroos are out of the World Cup and left to rue what might have been after losing to Egypt 4-2 on penalties in the round of 32.

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

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.

Socceroos fans downhearted but well behaved, say police

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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Postecoglou lands shock new coaching post at Al Nassr

Postecoglou lands shock new coaching post at Al Nassr

Postecoglou lands shock new coaching post at Al Nassr

Postecoglou lands shock new coaching post at Al Nassr

Ange Postecoglou has made a shock decision on his future, signing a two-year deal to coach Saudi Pro League club Al Nassr, the home of Cristiano Ronaldo.

Socceroos chase World Cup history as Salah looms

Socceroos chase World Cup history as Salah looms

Socceroos chase World Cup history as Salah looms

Socceroos chase World Cup history as Salah looms

Presented with a chance to make World Cup history, the Socceroos cannot get caught up in the occasion against Mohamed Salah's Egypt, says coach Tony Popovic.

‘Shouldn’t be happening’: Kerr lashes A-League issue

‘Shouldn’t be happening’: Kerr lashes A-League issue

‘Shouldn’t be happening’: Kerr lashes A-League issue

‘Shouldn’t be happening’: Kerr lashes A-League issue

The uncertainty facing A-League Women players shouldn't be happening just three years after the Women's World Cup, says Matildas captain Sam Kerr.

Captaincy takes Socceroo Souttar to next level

Captaincy takes Socceroo Souttar to next level

Captaincy takes Socceroo Souttar to next level

Captaincy takes Socceroo Souttar to next level

Socceroos defender Harry Souttar has captained Australia throughout the World Cup with aplomb and is set to wear the armband against Egypt.

Sky Blues find Lolley replacement in J-League star

Sky Blues find Lolley replacement in J-League star

Sky Blues find Lolley replacement in J-League star

Sky Blues find Lolley replacement in J-League star

No Joe Lolley, no worries - Sydney FC have landed trophy-winning J-League winger Takahiro Sekine to the A-League Men on a three-year deal.

Facing Salah won't faze Socceroos' defensive lock

Facing Salah won't faze Socceroos' defensive lock

Facing Salah won't faze Socceroos' defensive lock

Facing Salah won't faze Socceroos' defensive lock

Composed Socceroos central defender Alessandro Circati regularly faces top forwards in the Serie A so is ready for the prospect of facing Mohamed Salah.

Ice in the veins: Jedinak passes on penalty expertise

Ice in the veins: Jedinak passes on penalty expertise

Ice in the veins: Jedinak passes on penalty expertise

Ice in the veins: Jedinak passes on penalty expertise

Socceroos assistant coach Mile Jedinak was a flawless penalty taker and if Australia's game against Egypt goes to spot kicks, is ready to give players advice.

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Socceroos look at 'sweet' side of World Cup expansion

The expanded World Cup means the knockout phase starts with the round of 32, but the Socceroos are taking it all in their stride.

Socceroos buzzing: Popovic's charges up the ante

The Socceroos have left their Bay Area bubble that has been home for more than a month and travelled to Texas for the pointy end of the World Cup.

'Eat or be eaten': Salah holds no fear for Socceroo

The Socceroos won't have any fear of Egypt star Mohamed Salah and won't pay him too much respect in their World Cup round-of-32 clash.

'Licence to thrill': Popovic's message to star Socceroo

Cristian Volpato has been encouraged to express himself in attack by coach Tony Popovic and looms as a weapon for the Socceroos against Egypt.

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'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.

Inner anger fuelling Socceroo to greater heights

Socceroos attacker Connor Metcalfe has taken the frustration of a difficult club season in Germany and channelled it into strong form at the World Cup.

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.

Spanish superstar takes stake in A-League club

Spanish superstar Juan Mata is yet to make a call on his playing future at Melbourne Victory but has invested in the A-League Men club.

'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.

Favourite Mariners son returns as A-League Men coach

The Central Coast Mariners have appointed a much-loved club icon as head coach of the embattled A-League Men outfit.

Africa's success lays bare Asia's World Cup flop

Only two Asian nations, Japan and Australia, made it through to the World Cup round of 32 in a disastrous tournament for the region.

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