Aussie stars, coach could be denied chance for final title
With concerns the tournament could be postponed, Australia’s line-up could look a little different - and a new coach could be in charge.
Tony Popovic
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- Football
Shock Brazil draw a sure sign Socceroos have learnt from World Cup mistakes
A lack of attacking intensity as a key criticism of the Socceroos after the World Cup. That was nowhere to be seen on Friday.
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- Football
Socceroos’ boy wonder almost delivers upset as Brazil laments ‘difficult’ surface
Nestory Irankunda’s wonder goal put the Socceroos on the path to a famous victory until a heart-breaking header late in Townsville.
Great perplexed by Popovic’s ‘strange’ axing of Socceroos skipper
Mat Ryan lost his spot as first-choice keeper during the World Cup. Now he has failed to make the Australian squad.
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- FIFA World Cup
‘How he was missed’: Cruel storyline Socceroos fans have forgotten
Put the regrets aside, this World Cup should be the dawn of a magical era for Australia. One player who wasn’t on the plane underlines why.
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‘Everyone knows better’: Aussie bosses defend under-fire coach
Tony Popovic has copped a hammering from fans and pundits alike, but his bosses remain firmly in the coach’s corner.
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- FIFA World Cup
'Astounded' Bosnich slams 'wrong' Popovic call at crucial moment
Mark Bosnich and Robbie Slater were in disbelief when the late tactical switch was deployed and were critical of several of the coach’s big calls.
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- FIFA World Cup
‘Always has a surprise’: Will Popovic shake-up Socceroos line-up?
Tony Popovic has confirmed he has a fully fit squad for the round of 32 match against Egypt as they plot to win Australia’s first-ever knockout match.
'Bit of a worry': Major Socceroos concern Popovic must fix
The Socceroos may have secured their spot in the round of 32 at the FIFA World Cup but two football greats are concerned with the unexpected gem that’s helping the team to success.
Late injury leaves confident Socceroos coach with selection headache
A handful of selection changes are expected when Australia face Paraguay, but Tony Popovic was not expecting to lose two key stars to injury.