We have high expectations for the upcoming tournament and why not? A year after that dramatic draw against Croatia in Stuttgart, we are now considered to be respectable opponents, and the benchmark of Asian football. Graham Arnold has said anything less than a place in the finalof the upcoming Asian Cup would be a [...]

I have no real objections really, some of the younger guys missed out, but they’ll get their chance in the coming years. I’m really happy they picked Dave Carney though, he’s a class act for Sydney FC, and I’m really surprised why he has rejected offers to go to England. Anyway, here’s the squad:
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Tomorrow should have been a blockbuster between Australia and Argentina. As we all know, the game was cancelled, due to Argentina not being able to field their full strength side. The game will now be played on September 11 (hopefully no terrorist attacks…haha) at the MCG. This is a double FIFA friendly date, so [...]

Well, what can I say, there are so many conflicting emotions. I was proud that we scored so early, and kept Uruguay at bay. Some of the young guns played well, and others not so well. I thought Kisnorbo and Thwiate were good at the back. McDonald didn’t live up to expectations. Jones made an [...]

Tim Cahill is still recovering from his foot injury, and unfortunately won’t feature in tomorrow’s friendly. Not to worry, him and his good friend, cricketer Brett Lee, can practice their celebrations:

Tomorrow will be a crucial test for Australia, against a tough Uruguay. Whilst they have a full strength squad coming to Telstra Stadium, Australia have a bunch of youngsters. Many believe this is a B-grade side, but coach Graham Arnold has hit back at those claims, claiming it is a lack of respect to [...]

After numerous rounds of speculation about the Australian World Cup captain’s future, Viduka has reportedly signed a deal with Newcastle United. Speculation arose since the striker’s contract ended at the Riverside this season. He will now join Sam Allardyce’s men as a free agent. According to Fox Sports News, Newcastle’s close proximity to Viduka’s [...]