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Socceroo would love another shot at World Cup foes

Socceroo would love another shot at World Cup foes

The Socceroos can't wait to learn their opponents at the upcoming World Cup, especially if it allows them to handle some unfinished business.

What won't sway Socceroos boss in Cup selection race

What won't sway Socceroos boss in Cup selection race

What won't sway Socceroos boss in Cup selection race

What won't sway Socceroos boss in Cup selection race

The World Cup finals draw is near and the race for Socceroos selection is heating up, with only a handful of locks in the squad.

Emerging Australian striker's WC dream hit by injury

Emerging Australian striker's WC dream hit by injury

Emerging Australian striker's WC dream hit by injury

Emerging Australian striker's WC dream hit by injury

Former Western United star Noah Botic's dream of playing with the Socceroos in next year's World Cup appears over after he suffered a serious injury.

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It's pot luck for Socceroos ahead of World Cup draw

It's pot luck for Socceroos ahead of World Cup draw

Australia have avoided some of soccer's most powerful nations ahead of the 2026 World Cup draw, which features new tennis-style seeded tournament brackets.

Socceroos to host FIFA pre-World Cup warm-up tournament

Socceroos to host FIFA pre-World Cup warm-up tournament

The Socceroos will get their last home hit-out before the World Cup finals in a four-team tournament on Australian soil next March.

'Un-Australian' night ends ODI World Cup defence

'Un-Australian' night ends ODI World Cup defence

Australia will be without the ODI and T20 World Cup trophies for the first time since 2018, after a scrappy semi-final loss to India in the 50-over tournament.

Wolvaardt, Kapp magic powers Proteas to World Cup final

Wolvaardt, Kapp magic powers Proteas to World Cup final

South Africa have crushed England in the World Cup semi-finals with a wonderful captain's knock of 169 from Laura Wolvaardt leading the way.

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Mandhana leads India towards another Australia showdown

Mandhana leads India towards another Australia showdown

Mandhana leads India towards another Australia showdown

Mandhana leads India towards another Australia showdown

India have reached the semi-finals of the women's World Cup, where a last-four rematch with unbeaten Australia may well soon await.

'I look up to her a lot': Litchfield follows Healy path

'I look up to her a lot': Litchfield follows Healy path

'I look up to her a lot': Litchfield follows Healy path

'I look up to her a lot': Litchfield follows Healy path

Alyssa Healy has joined an elite band of women batters with 7000 international runs, and Australia's captain is inspiring her brilliant young opening partner.

Sutherland shines with ball in Aussie World Cup defence

Sutherland shines with ball in Aussie World Cup defence

Sutherland shines with ball in Aussie World Cup defence

Sutherland shines with ball in Aussie World Cup defence

She could be the world's best allrounder but Annabel Sutherland has been leading the way as Australia's key bowler in their World Cup defence.

Popovic takes positives out of first Socceroos defeat

Popovic takes positives out of first Socceroos defeat

Popovic takes positives out of first Socceroos defeat

Popovic takes positives out of first Socceroos defeat

The Socceroos have suffered a 2-1 loss to the United States, marking their first defeat in the 12 matches since Tony Popovic took over the reins.

'Big factor': why Barbarouses moved to Western Sydney

'Big factor': why Barbarouses moved to Western Sydney

'Big factor': why Barbarouses moved to Western Sydney

'Big factor': why Barbarouses moved to Western Sydney

Western Sydney Wanderers players Kosta Barbarouses and Josh Brillante are gearing up for the A-League season after signing new contracts in the off-season.

Cool-headed Socceroo ready to protect Irankunda

Cool-headed Socceroo ready to protect Irankunda

Cool-headed Socceroo ready to protect Irankunda

Cool-headed Socceroo ready to protect Irankunda

Socceroos defender Alessandro Circati expects teams to keep trying to get under Nestory Irankunda's skin, but says his teammates will protect him.

Glorious Healy ton powers Australia to world-record win

Glorious Healy ton powers Australia to world-record win

Glorious Healy ton powers Australia to world-record win

Glorious Healy ton powers Australia to world-record win

Skipper Alyssa Healy has scored a super ton as Australia pulled off a world-record women's ODI chase to beat India by three wickets in a World Cup thriller.

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Mooney to the rescue as champs overcome World Cup scare

Beth Mooney has scored a match-turning hundred as Australia overcame a big scare before overcoming Pakistan by 107 runs in their World Cup clash in Colombo.

Socceroos star suffers another injury setback

Socceroos star Jackson Irvine has been on the sidelines for almost six months with a foot injury and now has suffered a fresh setback.

England make emphatic opening statement at World Cup

Left-arm spinner Linsey Smith has taken 3-7 in four overs as ruthless England routed South Africa by 10 wickets in their Women's Cricket World Cup opener.

Sophie so good: Molineux return a boon for world champs

Rejuvenated Sophie Molineux's return to Australia's ranks after her injury nightmare is the best news for their World Cup defence.

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Gardner mows down NZ to give Aussies World Cup lift off

Ash Gardner has hit a landmark ton to set Australia on their way to an 89-run victory over New Zealand, a striking lift-off to their World Cup title defence.

Silverware the goal as Wallabies plot World Cup assault

The draw for the 2027 Rugby World Cup will be held on December 3, and the No.7-ranked Wallabies will be desperate to rise into the top six before then.

'Weighed on me': Constant noise pushed Brigginshaw out

The NRLW's most recognisable player says constant pressure to make a call on her playing future was the major factor in the decision to announce her retirement.

'One shot': Wallaroos must be brave in do-or-die game

Wallaroos coach Jo Yapp has urged her side to come out of their Rugby World Cup quarter-final clash against Canada, knowing they gave absolutely everything.

'Anything can happen': Roos target World Cup boilover

Australia's Wallaroos believe they can cause a World Cup sensation as coach Jo Yapp makes two changes to the starting XV to face Canada.

Defeated Wallaroos still battle into World Cup quarters

Australia's rugby women have made it into the World Cup quarter-finals despite suffering a 47-7 defeat to hosts England in their crucial group qualifier.

Wallaroos skipper back for crucial World Cup clash

The Wallaroos will have skipper Siokapesi Palu back in action for the match against England that will decide their Rugby World Cup fate.

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