Socceroos manager Graham Arnold has unveiled a 25-man squad for the upcoming World Cup Qualifiers against Vietnam and Oman with many fresh faces set to feature. Sitting third in the group on 11 points with four matches remaining, Arnold has…
“Now I can pick players on form, not reputation” – Arnold signals statement of intent ahead of WCQs
Melbourne Rectangular Stadium has been named as the venue that will play host to a crucial World Cup qualifier between the Socceroos and Vietnam on 27 January 2022. Speaking to the media ahead of the announcement that Melbourne will host…
“He brings that X-factor” – Arnold excited by young star Volpato
Australian-born youngster Cristian Volpato has made waves across the Australian footballing landscape following his debut for AS Roma in a 3-0 loss against Inter Milan, raising extensive questions about the developmental pathways within Australia. Following the announcement that the Socceroos…
McGree shining for Birmingham, but MLS move seems inevitable
After a fairly uneventful first year at Birmingham City, Riley McGree has finally cemented a spot in the Blues starting XI. McGree, who is currently in his second loan spell at Birmingham, joined the team at the start of the 20/21…
“It’s about putting the ball in the back of the net” – Arnold wants clinical Socceroos ahead of China clash
Socceroos coach Graham Arnold boss Graham Arnold has called on his side to be more clinical in front of goal as they face a crucial World Cup qualifier against China. Despite being largely impressed with the team’s performances in the…
Maclaren, Leckie, Stensness highlight Socceroos 24-man squad for crucial qualifiers
Socceroos manager Graham Arnold has named a 24-man squad for the Socceroos third round World Cup Qualifiers against Saudi Arabia and China. Melbourne City’s Mathew Leckie and Jamie Maclaren return to the squad after some months out due to quarantine…
Japan vs Socceroos: Pressing stifled Australia, but the Socceroos’ build-up play left much to be desired
The beautiful thing about football is that it can be as simple or as complex as one desires, depending on their analytical view of the game. As the great Johan Cruyff says, ‘playing football is very simple, but playing simple…
Socceroos vs Oman: Graham Arnold ready for challenge of hard-working Oman
After a strong result for Oman against Japan last month, Socceroos boss Graham Arnold is wary of Friday’s opponents, but insists his team are ready to match their energy. The Socceroos come into the game in fine form, currently on…