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

'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

'Anything can happen': Roos target World Cup boilover

'Anything can happen': Roos target World Cup boilover

'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

Defeated Wallaroos still battle into World Cup quarters

Defeated Wallaroos still battle into World Cup quarters

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.

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Wallaroos skipper back for crucial World Cup clash

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.

Fireworks and feuds with fans fuel rise of new Socceroo

Fireworks and feuds with fans fuel rise of new Socceroo

New Socceroo Anthony Kalik has been out of sight in the Croatian league, but the intensity of club football has propelled him on to Tony Popovic's radar.

Wallaroos still alive after epic World Cup draw with US

Wallaroos still alive after epic World Cup draw with US

The Wallaroos can still qualify for the Women's Rugby World Cup quarter-finals but their fate is in the balance after a thrilling 31-31 draw with the US.

Miller fit for Wallaroos' must-win World Cup clash

Miller fit for Wallaroos' must-win World Cup clash

The Wallaroos have made four changes for their key World Cup group-stage match against the US, with star winger Desiree Miller fit to start after a head knock.

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Socceroos captain makes call on club future

Socceroos captain makes call on club future

Socceroos captain makes call on club future

Socceroos captain makes call on club future

Mat Ryan is no longer a free agent after Australia's first-choice goalkeeper secured a contract ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

Wallaroos hope World Cup hero is fit for US showdown

Wallaroos hope World Cup hero is fit for US showdown

Wallaroos hope World Cup hero is fit for US showdown

Wallaroos hope World Cup hero is fit for US showdown

The Wallaroos are hoping match-winning winger Desiree Miller will be cleared to fly again next weekend for the showdown that will define their World Cup.

Miller time: Desiree grabs Wallaroos' World Cup treble

Miller time: Desiree grabs Wallaroos' World Cup treble

Miller time: Desiree grabs Wallaroos' World Cup treble

Miller time: Desiree grabs Wallaroos' World Cup treble

Winger Desiree Miller has flown over for a hat-trick as Australia's rugby women opened their World Cup bid in Manchester with a 73-0 trouncing of Samoa.

More than just a World Cup for star rugby winger

More than just a World Cup for star rugby winger

More than just a World Cup for star rugby winger

More than just a World Cup for star rugby winger

The Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders and Wallaroos sit on different sides of the globe, but Desiree Miller sees a way they can relate to each other.

Goodwin looks to foot surgery to get World Cup fit

Goodwin looks to foot surgery to get World Cup fit

Goodwin looks to foot surgery to get World Cup fit

Goodwin looks to foot surgery to get World Cup fit

Before he can pencil in more World Cup heroics, or even his fourth stint at beloved Adelaide United, star forward Craig Goodwin is headed for surgery.

Socceroos suffer big blow as star set for foot surgery

Socceroos suffer big blow as star set for foot surgery

Socceroos suffer big blow as star set for foot surgery

Socceroos suffer big blow as star set for foot surgery

A number of big names are missing from the Socceroos squad for the huge World Cup qualifiers against Japan and Saudi Arabia.

Ex-Socceroos boss Graham Arnold becomes Iraq coach

Ex-Socceroos boss Graham Arnold becomes Iraq coach

Ex-Socceroos boss Graham Arnold becomes Iraq coach

Ex-Socceroos boss Graham Arnold becomes Iraq coach

Graham Arnold has been named the head coach of Iraq, his first job in the game since stepping down as the Socceroos' manager.

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New Caledonia, New Zealand to clash for World Cup slot

New Caledonia - world ranking No.152 - have defeated Tahiti and will face regional heavyweights New Zealand for a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Superb Socceroos sink Indonesia in major qualifying win

Australia have dismantled Indonesia in a 5-1 World Cup qualifier win that moves Tony Popovic's side closer to next year's tournament.

Young Socceroo 'Rocky' seeks smoother times back home

Aussie attacking midfielder Alex Badolato wants to reignite his A-League Men career after coming from nowhere to be named the best player at the U20 Asian Cup.

Young Socceroos can savour World Cup 'shop window'

Coach Trevor Morgan believes Australia's rising teenage soccer stars have put themselves in the "shop window" by earning a place at the Under-20 World Cup.

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Indonesia eye Kluivert ahead of crunch Socceroos clash

Sharpshooting Dutch great Patrick Kluivert is in line to face the Socceroos as he looks set to take over as manager of the Indonesian national team.

Socceroos aim to feel right at home for WC qualifier

With their hopes of direct World Cup qualification hanging in the balance, the Socceroos are eager to enjoy home comforts when they host Indonesia in Sydney.

Aloisi backs Socceroos to seal direct World Cup spot

The Socceroos' hopes of direct World Cup qualification remain firmly in the balance but John Aloisi is confident they can get the job done.

Momentous March awaits for Socceroos after 'crazy' draw

Australia have recovered from conceding two goals in two minutes to snatch a draw in their 2026 World Cup qualifier in Bahrain and stay second in the group.

Popovic draws breath after hectic start with Socceroos

Following four tense World Cup qualifiers, the last of which ended with Australia saving a match in Bahrain they should have won, Tony Popovic has time to plan.

New Zealand leads way as Oceania narrows to final four

New Zealand, New Caledonia, Fiji and Tahiti have progressed in Oceania's FIFA World Cup race, with the region guaranteed a 2026 place for the first time.

Socceroos can control own destiny with win over Saudis

The Socceroos can put their hopes of direct World Cup qualification back firmly in their own hands with a victory over Saudi Arabia in Melbourne.

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