Australia squad for FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: Three uncapped centre backs called up for matches against Indonesia, China
1 week, 1 day ago

Australia squad for FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: Three uncapped centre backs called up for matches against Indonesia, China

The Hindu  

Australia coach Tony Popovic named six uncapped players, including three central defenders, in his 26-man squad for this month’s crucial 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Indonesia and China on Friday. The Socceroos need to beat the Indonesians in Sydney next Thursday and China in Hangzhou five days later to stay in the hunt for the second automatic ticket to the finals from Group C, behind runaway leader Japan. A-League-based Ryan Teague is the other uncapped player in the squad and he will contend with Aiden O’Neill for the holding midfielder role, although Triantis also plays in the position at his Scottish club Hibernian. “We understand the importance of these upcoming games and are excited by the opportunity to further cement our position in the group’s automatic qualifying positions.” Australia is second in Group C, nine points behind Japan and one in front of Indonesia, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and China with four games remaining in the campaign.

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FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers, AFC: Australia vs Indonesia preview, what are the coaches saying?
3 days ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers, AFC: Australia vs Indonesia preview, what are the coaches saying?

The Hindu  

Australia’s Socceroos are gearing up for a crucial World Cup qualifier against Indonesia on Thursday, with the Australian public expecting a victory to secure their position in the 2026 tournament. Australian players train ahead of the World Cup qualifying match against Indonesia at the Sydney Football Stadium, Sydney, Australia, Wednesday, March 19, 2025. Australian players warm up during a training …

Australia vs Indonesia – World Cup qualifier: Hosts braced for the unknown
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3 days, 14 hours ago

Australia vs Indonesia – World Cup qualifier: Hosts braced for the unknown

Al Jazeera  

The match in Sydney will see the Group C sides battle for a chance to qualify for the FIFA World Cup 2026. The Australian men’s football team’s head coach Tony Popovic believes there will be a degree of the unknown when his side face an Indonesian team led for the first time by Patrick Kluivert in a qualifying match for …

China squad for FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Brazil-born midfielder Serginho called up for matches against Saudi Arabia, Australia
5 days, 8 hours ago

China squad for FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Brazil-born midfielder Serginho called up for matches against Saudi Arabia, Australia

The Hindu  

China has included Brazil-born midfielder Serginho in its squad for crucial World Cup qualifiers, less than a week after he obtained Chinese citizenship. Also named in Branko Ivankovic’s 27-man squad is Liverpool-born former England youth international defender Tyias Browning, now called Jiang Guangtai. Serginho, known in China as Sai Erjiniao, obtained citizenship on March 12 and played his first minutes …

Tony Popovic goes back to the future with revamped Socceroos squad
1 week, 1 day ago

Tony Popovic goes back to the future with revamped Socceroos squad

ABC  

Tony Popovic has named a radically changed Socceroos squad for this month's crunch World Cup qualifiers, axing striker Mitchell Duke and handing shock recalls to fullback duo Jason Davidson and Fran Karacic. As well as recalling Davidson and Karacic for the first time since 2022, there are also potential debuts for Sydney FC centre back Alex Grant and Melbourne City …

Australia squad, Champions Trophy 2025: Starc withdraws, Smith set to lead
1 month, 1 week ago

Australia squad, Champions Trophy 2025: Starc withdraws, Smith set to lead

The Hindu  

Mitchell Starc has withdrawn from the upcoming Champions Trophy, as Cricket Australia announced its final squad for the ICC tournament on Wednesday. “Starc, who will not be commenting about his decision and has asked for privacy, looked to be in discomfort with a left ankle issue in bowling just four overs during Sri Lanka’s second innings of last week’s final …

Australia injury news: Velupillay ruled out of World Cup qualifier against Bahrain
4 months ago

Australia injury news: Velupillay ruled out of World Cup qualifier against Bahrain

The Hindu  

Australia winger Nishan Velupillay has been ruled out of the World Cup qualifier against Bahrain on Tuesday after suffering an ankle injury against Saudi Arabia last week. Governing body Football Australia said there was no timeline set for the 23-year-old’s return and did not announce a replacement in Tony Popovic’s squad which travelled to Riffa. READ | UEFA Nations League …

Australia recalls experienced players, drops teen Irankunda for FIFA World Cup qualifiers
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Australia recalls experienced players, drops teen Irankunda for FIFA World Cup qualifiers

The Hindu  

Australia coach Tony Popovic has dropped teenager Nestory Irankunda and called up experienced campaigners Rhyan Grant, Milos Degenek and Martin Boyle for this month’s World Cup qualifiers against Saudi Arabia and Bahrain. READ | Europa League 2024-25: Poor first half cost Spurs at Galatasaray, says Postecoglou Defensive midfielder Keanu Baccus has been axed along with 18-year-old Irankunda, however, with 33-year-old …

Socceroos drop Nestory Irankunda for World Cup qualifiers
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Socceroos drop Nestory Irankunda for World Cup qualifiers

ABC  

Socceroos young gun Nestory Irankunda has been dropped while Sydney FC right-back Rhyan Grant has been handed an unexpected international career lifeline in Tony Popovic's squad for two crunch World Cup qualifiers. Sydney skipper Grant, 33, hasn't played since Australia's qualifying loss to Japan back in 2021 and last year told AAP of his international career: "I think that ship …

Watch Craig Goodwin's Socceroos screamer as Australia come from behind to beat China... despite fans slamming Tony Popovic's side for their 'CATASTROPHIC defending'
5 months, 1 week ago

Watch Craig Goodwin's Socceroos screamer as Australia come from behind to beat China... despite fans slamming Tony Popovic's side for their 'CATASTROPHIC defending'

Daily Mail  

Socceroos fans breathed a sigh of relief on Thursday night, after Australia came from behind to beat China 3-1 during their 2028 World Cup qualifying clash. The home side marked a new era for Australian men's football under new coach Tony Popovic, showing their resilience to come back in the second half after going a goal down. But the Socceroos …

Tony Popovic names Socceroos squad to face China, Japan, as Massimo Luongo makes himself available for selection
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Tony Popovic names Socceroos squad to face China, Japan, as Massimo Luongo makes himself available for selection

ABC  

Massimo Luongo has been named as part of Tony Popovic's first squad as Socceroos boss, as Australia attempts to get their World Cup qualification back on track. But with Popovic's appointment as Australia's boss following the resignation of Graham Arnold, Luongo made himself available for Socceroo selection. Popovic has named an extended 26-man squad for the two qualifiers against China …

Australia appoint former Crystal Palace defender Tony Popovic as boss following shock World Cup qualifying results
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Australia appoint former Crystal Palace defender Tony Popovic as boss following shock World Cup qualifying results

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Tony Popovic was named as the new coach …

Nestory Irankunda, Daniel Arzani to be included in Socceroos squad for next World Cup qualifiers
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Nestory Irankunda, Daniel Arzani to be included in Socceroos squad for next World Cup qualifiers

ABC  

In short: Nestory Irankunda is set to make his Socceroos debut after being added to the squad for World Cup qualifiers next month. Nestory Irankunda is set to make his Socceroos debut after being added to the squad for World Cup qualifiers next month. The Socceroos squad for Australia's final two first-phase World Cup qualifiers is set to be energised …

Australia finalise squad for ICC T20 World Cup 2024; Fraser-McGurk in reserves
10 months ago

Australia finalise squad for ICC T20 World Cup 2024; Fraser-McGurk in reserves

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, : Australia have locked in their final squad for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024, confirming their 15-player group and travelling reserves. Australia finalise squad for ICC T20 World Cup 2024; Fraser-McGurk in reserves Whilst picking an unchanged group for the playing squad from their preliminary list, Jake Fraser-McGurk and Matt Short will accompany the squad as …

Australia name final squad for T20 World Cup 2024, Jake Fraser-McGurk gets late call-up to travelling group – India TV
10 months ago

Australia name final squad for T20 World Cup 2024, Jake Fraser-McGurk gets late call-up to travelling group – India TV

India TV News  

Australia have named their final squad for the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup in the Caribbean and the USA with the addition of Jake Fraser-McGurk and Matt Short to the travelling group as reserves ahead of the May 25 deadline. The Australian T20 squad sans five players, who are currently involved in the IPL 2024 playoffs, will be travelling …

Australia squad for T20 World Cup 2024: Mitch Marsh to captain; Steve Smith misses out
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Australia squad for T20 World Cup 2024: Mitch Marsh to captain; Steve Smith misses out

The Hindu  

Cricket Australia, on Wednesday, announced a 15-member squad for the T20 World Cup in the United States and West Indies from June 1-29. Mitch Marsh was named the captain, while Steve Smith was out of the World Cup squad for the first time since 2014. We weren't sure how to announce this year's @T20WorldCup squad, so we asked a few …

South Africa announce T20 World Cup 2024 squad; Aiden Markram to lead, Bavuma and Ngidi miss out
10 months, 3 weeks ago

South Africa announce T20 World Cup 2024 squad; Aiden Markram to lead, Bavuma and Ngidi miss out

India TV News  

South Africa have announced their 15-man squad for the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 in the Caribbean and the USA led by Aiden Markram. Temba Bavuma, the former South Africa T20 captain hasn't been included while pacer Lungi Ngidi and top-order batter Rilee Rossouw are the three notable absentees from the side that played the tournament last time …

IND vs AUS: Australia make massive changes to T20I squad ahead of 3rd T20I, two players fly back home
1 year, 3 months ago

IND vs AUS: Australia make massive changes to T20I squad ahead of 3rd T20I, two players fly back home

India TV News  

Cricket Australia has made quite a few changes to their squad for the remaining three T20Is of the ongoing series against India. The visitors have called back all the World Cup winners featuring in the series midway with two players - Steve Smith and Adam Zampa - already flying back home ahead of the third T20I set to be played …

Australia aims to top World Cup qualifying: Behich
1 year, 4 months ago

Australia aims to top World Cup qualifying: Behich

The Hindu  

Australia aims to top World Cup qualifying in the Asia groups and avoid another tricky route to the 2026 finals in North America after needing to grind to reach Qatar and Russia, defender Aziz Behich said. The expanded 48-team World Cup in Canada, the United States and Mexico means Asia will have eight teams able to qualify directly in 2026, …

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Australia coach Arnold calls up uncapped Yengi
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Australia coach Arnold calls up uncapped Yengi

The Hindu  

Australia coach Graham Arnold has called up uncapped striker Kusini Yengi into his squad for the team’s opening World Cup qualifiers against Bangladesh and Palestine. Australia kick off a 16-game stretch to earn a spot at the FIFA World Cup 2026 in North America against Bangladesh in Melbourne on November 16, with Palestine to follow five days later in Kuwait. …

ODI World Cup 2023: Labuschagne, Head make Australia squad but Agar omitted
1 year, 5 months ago

ODI World Cup 2023: Labuschagne, Head make Australia squad but Agar omitted

The Hindu  

Marnus Labuschagne broke into Australia’s 15-member squad for the 50-over World Cup in India at the last possible moment on Thursday on the back of his strong recent form while injured opener Travis Head was also included. Head is set to miss Australia’s early matches after breaking his hand in South Africa but was included in place of left-arm spinner …

Australia names 15-member squad for ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023
1 year, 6 months ago

Australia names 15-member squad for ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023

The Hindu  

Young legspinner Tanveer Sangha has missed out on a place in Australia’s provisional 15-man World Cup squad after impressing on his international debut in South Africa. Named in a broader squad for the South Africa tour, Sangha has been cut along with fast bowler Nathan Ellis and rookie all-rounder Aaron Hardie, the team confirmed on Wednesday. Sangha took five wickets …

World Cup 2023: No surprises expected in Team India’s squad announcement
1 year, 6 months ago

World Cup 2023: No surprises expected in Team India’s squad announcement

The Hindu  

Prasidh Krishna and Tilak Varma — the two additional members of India’s 17-member squad along with Sanju Samson, the travelling reserve, are set to miss out from India’s ODI World Cup squad. India World Cup 2023 Squad Announcement: Live Updates The remaining 15 squad members of the Asia Cup, are set to lead India’s quest of repeating the heroics of …

No Labuschagne in Australia’s extended ICC World Cup 2023 squad, Marsh named new T20 captain
1 year, 7 months ago

No Labuschagne in Australia’s extended ICC World Cup 2023 squad, Marsh named new T20 captain

The Hindu  

Marnus Labuschagne’s World Cup dreams are over after the batter was left out of Australia’s extended 18-member squad for the showpiece tournament in India later this year. “There are still a number of games he could play before the World Cup which is more than enough for him to have a strong preparation.” Marsh named T20 skipper for South Africa …

Socceroos celebrate homecoming with 3-1 victory over Ecuador in Sydney
1 year, 11 months ago

Socceroos celebrate homecoming with 3-1 victory over Ecuador in Sydney

ABC  

The Socceroos have drawn a line under their World Cup exploits and given a glimpse of the potentially bright future that awaits them with an impressive 3-1 win over Ecuador. Socceroos coach Graham Arnold has spoken of wanting to use last year's round-of-16 World Cup exit as a springboard towards the 2026 tournament. But the real moment of excitement came …

Australia World Cup 2022 squad guide: Full fixtures, group, ones to watch, odds and more
2 years, 3 months ago

Australia World Cup 2022 squad guide: Full fixtures, group, ones to watch, odds and more

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Australia did not exactly cruise through Asian qualifying …

Socceroos release squad numbers for World Cup but keep fans in the dark about side vs France
2 years, 4 months ago

Socceroos release squad numbers for World Cup but keep fans in the dark about side vs France

Daily Mail  

Graham Arnold is giving nothing away ahead of France clash on November 23 Squad numbers for Socceroos ahead of World Cup in Qatar have been released Socceroos coach Graham Arnold has released the squad numbers of his players ahead of the World Cup - but exactly who will start in their group opener against France remains a mystery. Socceroos coach …

Croatia announce their 26-man squad for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar
2 years, 4 months ago

Croatia announce their 26-man squad for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar

Daily Mail  

Croatia have become the latest country to announce their 26-man squad for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Croatia have officially announced their 26-man squad for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar Premier League stars Ivan Perisic of Tottenham and Mateo Kovacic of Chelsea were included Croatia will be looking to excel at the tournament later this month after finishing …

Australia squad, FIFA World Cup 2022: Kuol, Cummings make cut; Sainsbury misses out
2 years, 4 months ago

Australia squad, FIFA World Cup 2022: Kuol, Cummings make cut; Sainsbury misses out

The Hindu  

Forwards Garang Kuol and former Scotland international Jason Cummings were included in Australia’s squad for the World Cup on Tuesday but experienced central defender Trent Sainsbury was a surprise omission. READ | Australia Qatar schedule, preview, team news, when, where to watch Apart from when Tim Cahill was on the pitch, goals have always been hard to come by for …

Who's in and who's OUT for the Socceroos: Graham Arnold drops Tom Rogic from Qatar World Cup squad
2 years, 4 months ago

Who's in and who's OUT for the Socceroos: Graham Arnold drops Tom Rogic from Qatar World Cup squad

Daily Mail  

Tom Rogic and Trent Sainsbury also failed to make the cut in selection shocks Socceroos 26-man squad for 2022 World Cup in Qatar was released at 4pm Graham Arnold has named his final squad of 26 Socceroos players ahead of the World Cup in Qatar - and while some were on cloud nine following the announcement, there was heartbreak for …

Graham Arnold 'drops Socceroos selection bombshell' for World Cup
2 years, 4 months ago

Graham Arnold 'drops Socceroos selection bombshell' for World Cup

Daily Mail  

Socceroos squad for 2022 World Cup will be officially named at 4pm on Tuesday Andrew Redmayne and Danny Vukovic will be Mat Ryan's understudies in Qatar Experienced goalkeeper Mitch Langerak has been overlooked for the World Cup Graham Arnold has made a selection bombshell ahead of the World Cup, leaving decorated goalkeeper Mitch Langerak out of his 26-man Socceroos squad. …

World Cup 2022: When is Australia playing in Qatar, preview, team news, when, where to watch
2 years, 4 months ago

World Cup 2022: When is Australia playing in Qatar, preview, team news, when, where to watch

The Hindu  

There was a big song and dance about how Australia scraped into the World Cup. With so much focus on Redmayne’s routine in the last-ditch intercontinental playoff, two important elements of that victory following a game that finished 0-0 were overshadowed: Australia earned a place in football’s marquee event for the fifth consecutive time, and did it by playing 80% …

T20I World Cup: Australia announces World Cup squad for title defense, include star player from Singapore
2 years, 6 months ago

T20I World Cup: Australia announces World Cup squad for title defense, include star player from Singapore

India TV News  

Highlights The Australian team is the defending champion for this years T20I World Cup It might be the same squad that will travel to India for white-ball series next month As compared to the 2021 T20I squad, Australia has made only one change for the 2022 T20I World Cup Australia T20I World Cup Squad: Defending champion Australia earlier today announced …

Australia names 29-man squad for final World Cup qualifiers
2 years, 9 months ago

Australia names 29-man squad for final World Cup qualifiers

The Hindu  

Two players who achieved recent European club honors were among a squad of 29 named by Socceroos coach Graham Arnold on May 28 for Australia's final World Cup qualifying campaign in Qatar in June. The players are set to arrive in Qatar's capital Doha over the next three days as Australia attempts to qualify for a fifth consecutive World Cup. …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Australian coach Graham Arnold tests positive for COVID-19 ahead of must-win qualifying games
3 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Australian coach Graham Arnold tests positive for COVID-19 ahead of must-win qualifying games

The Hindu  

Australia head coach Graham Arnold has tested positive to COVID-19 as he was preparing to join the Socceroos camp for two must-win FIFA World Cup qualifying matches over the next two weeks. Football Australia on Friday said Arnold returned the positive result after following national team protocols and undergoing a test on Thursday ahead of his planned arrival into camp …

FIFA Friendly: Australia vs Lebanon Tim Cahill's Socceroos swansong
6 years, 4 months ago

FIFA Friendly: Australia vs Lebanon Tim Cahill's Socceroos swansong

The Hindu  

Tim Cahill's farewell appearance for Australia will be limited to the last five minutes as the Socceroos look ahead to life without their record scorer — and wonder how to replace his goals. Tim Cahill will earn his 108th and final cap in Tuesday's friendly against Lebanon in Sydney, but coach Graham Arnold has thornier matters at hand ahead of …

Trent Sainsbury's bid to become Socceroos captain could be scuppered by father-in-law and new coach Graham Arnold
6 years, 5 months ago

Trent Sainsbury's bid to become Socceroos captain could be scuppered by father-in-law and new coach Graham Arnold

Firstpost  

Trent Sainsbury has volunteered to become Asustralia captain after the retirement of Mile Jedinak, but the PSV defender’s father-in-law, the new coach of the national team, could get in his way. Sydney: Trent Sainsbury has put his hand up to be the new Socceroos captain, but his father-in-law, new coach Graham Arnold, is unlikely to make a long-term decision before …

FIFA World Cup 2018: Cahill chases history after making Aussie squad
6 years, 9 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2018: Cahill chases history after making Aussie squad

India TV News  

Tim Cahill wants to join an elite list of World Cup scorers to sit alongside Pele, Uwe Seeler and Miroslav Klose. After making the cut for Australia's 23-man squad, the 38-year-old Cahill has a good chance of becoming just the fourth player to score in four consecutive World Cups. Cahill scored both in Australia's Asian playoff win over Syria late …

Australia World Cup squad guide: Full fixtures, group, ones to watch, odds and more
6 years, 9 months ago

Australia World Cup squad guide: Full fixtures, group, ones to watch, odds and more

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Following Australia’s lengthy World Cup qualifying campaign, Ange Postecoglou resigned as the …

FIFA World Cup 2018: Tim Cahill named in Australia’s final 23-man squad
6 years, 9 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2018: Tim Cahill named in Australia’s final 23-man squad

Hindustan Times  

Tim Cahill looks set to play in a fourth World Cup finals at the age of 38 this month after being included in Bert van Marwijk’s final 23-man Australia squad for Russia on Sunday. The 38-year-old Tim Cahill was chosen on June 3, 2018, by coach Bert van Marwijk among 23 players set to play in the FIFA World Cup …

Socceroos qualify for World Cup: Where to from here for Australia after booking Russia 2018 spot?
7 years, 4 months ago

Socceroos qualify for World Cup: Where to from here for Australia after booking Russia 2018 spot?

ABC  

After all the angst, the speculation over the coach, and general footballing frustration, the Socceroos are into the World Cup finals for a fourth-consecutive time. It certainly wasn't easy, but a 3-1 win over Honduras in the second leg in Sydney sealed Australia's place as the penultimate team to reach the 2018 World Cup in Russia. His legacy as coach …

FIFA World Cup 2018 qualifiers: Australia boosted by return of skipper Mile Jedinak for Syria tie
7 years, 6 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2018 qualifiers: Australia boosted by return of skipper Mile Jedinak for Syria tie

Firstpost  

Australia received a boost Tuesday with captain Mile Jedinak named in an extended squad for their crunch World Cup play-off against Syria after he missed their final qualifiers through injury. Sydney: Australia received a boost Tuesday with captain Mile Jedinak named in an extended squad for their crunch World Cup play-off against Syria after he missed their final qualifiers through …

World Cup qualifiers: Australia captain Mile Jedinak to miss crucial fixtures due to groin injury
7 years, 6 months ago

World Cup qualifiers: Australia captain Mile Jedinak to miss crucial fixtures due to groin injury

Firstpost  

Australia’s hopes of qualifying for next year’s World Cup have been dealt a blow after injury concerns forced skipper Mile Jedinak out of a 23-man squad to face Japan and Thailand in crunch qualifiers. Sydney: Australia’s hopes of qualifying for next year’s World Cup have been dealt a blow after injury concerns forced skipper Mile Jedinak out of a 23-man …

Coach cuts 3 from Australia's World Cup squad
10 years, 9 months ago

Coach cuts 3 from Australia's World Cup squad

India TV News  

Sydney: FC Utrecht midfielder Adam Sarota, Dundee defender Curtis Good and Australia-based Josh Brillante were cut from Australia's World Cup squad Tuesday on the eve of its departure for Brazil. Coach Ange Postecoglou pared his preliminary squad from 30 to 27 after Monday's 1-1 draw with South Africa.Good had expected to be cut after missing Australia's last home warmup match …

Australia Picks Strong Squad For Malaysia Friendly
13 years, 5 months ago

Australia Picks Strong Squad For Malaysia Friendly

India TV News  

Sydney,Sept 27: Australia coach Holger Osieck selected a strong squad on Tuesday for next month's international friendly against Malaysia with Brett Emerton the only regular player missing. The 19 Australian players picked to play Malaysia in Canberra on Oct. 7 were all part of the Socceroos squad that beat Thailand 2-1 and Saudi Arabia 3-1 in its opening two Asian …

Aus rely on overseas players for Asian Cup
14 years, 2 months ago

Aus rely on overseas players for Asian Cup

News 18  

Sydney: Australia coach Holger Osieck included just four home-based players in his 23-man squad for next month’s Asian Cup on Tuesday. Everton’s Tim Cahill, included as one of just four strikers in the squad, and Galatasaray midfielder Harry Kewell head the 19-strong Socceroo diaspora called up for the Jan. 7-29 tournament in Qatar. Kruse supplements an attacking unit missing injured …

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