Socceroos out to defy history in Japan blockbuster
The Socceroos face the daunting task of attempting to beat Japan on their home deck in a World Cup qualifier but are adamant they are up to it.
Fit-again Riley McGree ready to fire with Socceroos
It will take moments of quality for the Socceroos to get a result against the odds against Japan, but Riley McGree believes he can bring that.
Rising sons, shifting shadows: how Japan's football systems left Australia in the shade
Japan once felt inferior to the Socceroos. But a 60-team J.League of three divisions has created such depth, Australia enter the World Cup...
All the takeaways from Tony Popovic's first game as Socceroos boss
Christian Marchetti has put together an extensive list of takeaways from the Socceroos' first game of the Tony Popovic era against China.
Luke Brattan relishing long-awaited Socceroos recall
Luke Brattan's decorated club career hasn't been recognised with a Socceroos cap yet but he is still dreaming after receiving a recall under Tony...
Joe Gauci: We're ready to take the game to Japan | Press Conference | Japan v Australia
Subway Socceroos goalkeeper Joe Gauci reflects on a memorable night in his hometown Adelaide - where Australia defeated China PR 3-1 - and looks...
The ‘Willy Wonka' moment that put Harry Souttar back on track for Socceroos
A change in club has proved the world of difference for the Australian defender.
Souttar in from the cold, ready to make Socceroos shine
Socceroos defender Harry Souttar is finally back playing club football again and Australia should benefit from his match sharpness ahead of facing...
Socceroos embracing new-look backline for Japan test
Tony Popovic turned to a back three against China with success and his defenders will be happy to implement that again when they face Japan.
When was the last time the Socceroos beat Japan? Head-to-head record, stats for World Cup qualifier
The Sporting News looks at the head-to-head record between the Socceroos and Japan.
Every Angle: Craig Goodwin talks through Adelaide Oval wonderstrike
We relive Craig Goodwin's stunning goal for Australia against China PR at Adelaide Oval from every angle, with exclusive insight from the man...
Lewis Miller riding his Socceroos redemption story
After Lewis Miller's Asian Cup redemption moment in the Socceroos' World Cup qualifier against China, he has his sights set on staying in Tony...
Mitch Duke: We can beat anyone on our day | Press Conference | Japan v Australia
Ahead of returning to what he calls his 'second home', Mitch Duke spoke to the media to preview Australia's next FIFA World Cup 2026 Third Round...
Socceroos ignore mission impossible history in Japan
Striker Mitch Duke says the Socceroos are ignoring their winless record against Japan in Japan ahead of Tuesday night's World Cup qualifier in...
‘Great chance to shock the favourites': Rejuvenated Socceroos up for a blue in Japan
The Socceroos have beaten the Samurai Blue just once in 12 meetings since the famous Tim Cahill-inspired 3-1 win in Kaiserslautern at the 2006...
Socceroos won’t be daunted by history ahead of crucial World Cup qualifier in Japan
Striker Mitch Duke says the Socceroos are ignoring their winless record against Japan in Japan ahead of Tuesday night's World Cup qualifier in...
He was an Australian legend at the FIFA World Cup in Qatar - here is why this Socceroo is now fighting just to make the squad
Mathew Leckie hasn't given up hope of a Socceroos recall, but knows he must start the A-League season well to force his way into the plans of...
Sweet relief for Socceroos ahead of sterner tests in World Cup qualifying
Australia offer more than resilience, determination, and "bouncebackability", with further improvement to come.
Socceroos must back up China win against Japan: Goodwin
Socceroos star Craig Goodwin says the win over China will count for nothing if Australia can't produce a strong display against Japan in a World...
Hibs on World Cup duty from Adelaide to Tanzinia - how Easter Road men are faring on international stage
From game-changing goals to riding the bench - mixed fortunes for Gray’s world travellers
Socceroos have 'nothing to fear' from Japan
ADELAIDE: New Socceroos coach Tony Popovic says there is nothing to fear from a testing World Cup qualifying clash in Japan next week, but admitted...
Hibs star admits 'emotions took over' after World Cup redemption goal in huge Socceroos win
New wingback role brings out best in Miller
Socceroos have ‘room for improvement’ after China victory, insists Behich
Australia head to Japan on Tuesday for their next World Cup qualifier.
New-look Socceroos shift focus to ‘beautiful challenge' in Japan
A draw on Tuesday night would be a fabulous result for the Socceroos, but coach Tony Popovic believes they are capable of springing a massive upset...
Popovic's Socceroos sink China to revive World Cup hope
New coach Tony Popovic has steered the Socceroos to a 3-1 victory against China to revitalise hopes of qualifying for the World Cup.
Captain Ryan faces uncertain future with Socceroos
Captain Maty Ryan is facing an uncertain Socceroos future after the goalkeeper was overlooked by Tony Popovic for his first game as coach.
Coach Tony Popovic says Socceroos will need to be elite in their preparation to back-up against Japan
After getting a first-up win at home, the real challenge for new Socceroos coach Tony Popovic comes in just a few days against Japan.