Graham Arnold tests positive for COVID-19

Football Australia have advised that Socceroos coach Graham Arnold has tested positive for COVID-19 prior to travelling to the Socceroos camp in Sydney. He took a PCR test yesterday. Arnold will self-isolate at home while being digitally connected to Australia’s…

Do or die 27-man Socceroos Squad announced for crucial qualifiers

Graham Arnold has announced his squad for the final qualification window for the Asian Qualifiers for the FIFA 2022 World Cup, including several surprises. Melbourne Victory’s in form striker Nick D’Agostino and naturalised Australian Bruno Fornaroli feature alongside a plethora…

OPINION | Australia has always had the talent, now we’re seeing the rewards

Where is the next crop of players coming from? Who is going to help us qualify for the World Cup in the next 20 years? Why does the A-League struggle to produce as much talent as the NSL? Questions like…

What is expected goals (xG)?

Expected goals (xG) is a topic that has caused heavy debate amongst Australian football fans in recent weeks, as it has become an increasing part of Paramount Plus’ A-Leagues coverage. Fans have had mixed opinions on the use of it…

King is just the first of many in an untapped “Australian pool of talent” says Odense scout

After impressing for Sydney FC in the A-League Men’s competition, Socceroos rookie Joel King has sealed a big-money move to the Danish Superliga. On the 29th of January, just two days after making his debut for the Socceroos, it was…

OPINION | The Socceroos have a problem with mentality

The last week has been a microcosm of Australian football as a whole. Unified by the theme of false hope, it matched a well-trodden narrative typically synonymous with Greek tragedies in modern literature. It begins with hope – in the…

Key Takeaways: Oman vs Australia

Australia’s hopes of automatic qualification for the 2022 World Cup took a significant hit as they were held to a 2-2 draw by Oman. Aaron Mooy thought he had bailed out his teammates when he put Australia ahead with 10…

Football Australia announces Hall of Fame inductees

Football Australia has announced that Socceroos legends Mark Schwarzer and Joseph Huxley Honeysett along with Matildas greats Kate Gill and Heather Garriock have been inducted into the Football Australia Hall of Fame. Determined via a public process followed by consideration…

Socceroos to return to Sydney for crucial World Cup Qualifier

Football Australia today have announced that the Socceroos World Cup Qualifier against Japan on the 24th of March will be held at Stadium Australia in Sydney. This will mark the first time the Socceroos have played at Stadium Australia in…

Tactical Analysis: How do the Socceroos line up in the upcoming qualifiers?

Kick360’s Jack George and Tom Williams provide their preview for the Socceroos’ upcoming World Cup Qualifiers against Vietnam and Oman, presenting their preferred lineup and system of play. Football systems are all about bringing out players’ strengths while hiding their…