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WELLINGTON, NEW ZEALAND - APRIL 17: Garang Kuol of the Central Coast Mariners runs with the ball during the A-League Mens match between Wellington Phoenix and Central Coast Mariners at Sky Stadium, on April 17, 2022, in Wellington, New Zealand. (Photo by Joe Allison/Getty Images)

Kuol, Langerak among intriguing Socceroos call-ups

Garang Kuol, Mitch Langerak and Adam Taggart are among the fascinating Socceroos selection for NZ friendlies two months out from the World Cup, writes ADAM PEACOCK.

WALSALL, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 12: New signing Tom Rogic of West Bromwich Albion at West Bromwich Albion Training Ground on September 12, 2022 in Walsall, England. (Photo by Adam Fradgley/West Bromwich Albion FC via Getty Images)

Slater: Arnold‘s delicate Rogic World Cup call

Tom Rogic wants to play at the World Cup but, as ROBBIE SLATER writes, he must first address fitness, form and trust issues with the Socceroos squad.

NEWCASTLE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 30: Kyah Simon of the Matildas celebrates scoring her team's only goal during game two of the International Friendly series between the Australia Matildas and the United States of America Women's National Team at McDonald Jones Stadium on November 30, 2021 in Newcastle, Australia. (Photo by Cameron Spencer/Getty Images)

Simon: The key to World Cup glory for Matildas

For Australian players in Europe, travel for country and club can be a political minefield. KYAH SIMON explains the delicate balance facing those vying to make the Matildas’ squad for a home World Cup.

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 06: Sam Kerr of the Matildas shows her frustration during the International Friendly Match between the Australia Matildas and Canada at Allianz Stadium on September 06, 2022 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Mark Kolbe/Getty Images)

Analysis: What Matildas must fix before World Cup

The Matildas brand is soaring a year out from a home World Cup. Their form? That‘s trending the other way, writes ADAM PEACOCK.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 23: Australia coach Guus Hiddink talks with assistant coach Graham Arnold during a training session held at the Melbourne Grammar Sports Ground, May 23,2006 in Melbourne, Australia (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

Why the Socceroos have enacted Plan Guus

When Guus Hiddink managed the Socceroos, there was always a back-up plan. So when coach Graham Arnold needed to pivot, he called on the man who could impart his legendary knowledge, writes ADAM PEACOCK.

MACKAY, AUSTRALIA - JULY 30: Daniel Arzani of Macarthur takes to the field for warm ups ahead of the Australia Cup Rd of 32 match between Magpies Crusaders United and Macarthur FC at BB Print Stadium on July 30, 2022 in Mackay, Australia. (Photo by Albert Perez/Getty Images)

Everything you need to know about Daniel Arzani

Daniel Arzani is back in the A-League but has endured quite the journey since his last stint as a breakout teenager who burst onto the scene and into a Socceroos’ World Cup squad.

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COBHAM, ENGLAND - AUGUST 04: Carney Chukwuemeka and Thomas Tuchel of Chelsea during a training session at Chelsea Training Ground on August 4, 2022 in Cobham, England. (Photo by Darren Walsh/Chelsea FC via Getty Images)

Tuchel: Players are already prioritising World Cup

Chelsea head coach also praised the transfer work of co-owner Todd Boehly as club confirm £62m signing of Marc Cucurella.

DOHA, QATAR - JUNE 13: Australia celebrate after defeating Peru in the 2022 FIFA World Cup Playoff match between Australia Socceroos and Peru at Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium on June 13, 2022 in Doha, Qatar. (Photo by Joe Allison/Getty Images)

CODE Sports: Your ultimate football news companion

Football never ends. Here’s why a subscription to Australia’s new in-depth sports site – full of great storytelling, plus live scores and stats – is your ultimate round-ball companion.

(lt-rt) Clare Polkinghorne, Ellie Carpenter, Lydia Williams and Sam Kerr of Australia sing the national anthem during the Women's Olympic Tokyo 2020 Asian Qualifiers match between Australia and China at Bankwest Stadium in Sydney, Thursday, February 13, 2020. (AAP Image/Dean Lewins) NO ARCHIVING, EDITORIAL USE ONLY

Replacing the ‘irreplaceable’: Matildas’ dark WC conundrum

A year out from World Cup, Matildas coach Tony Gustavasson is searching for a key replacement but one expert believes the manager has far more pressing issues.

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Australia’s blueprint for a game-changing World Cup

This week marks one year to go until the Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand. ADAM PEACOCK speaks to the woman leading Australia’s side of the organising committee.

CANBERRA, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 10: Harry Souttar of the Socceroos celebrates scoring a goal with team mates during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 and AFC Asian Cup China 2023 Preliminary Joint Qualification Round 2 match between the Australian Socceroos and Nepal at GIO Stadium on October 10, 2019 in Canberra, Australia. (Photo by Mark Metcalfe/Getty Images)

How Scottish roots made a future Socceroos captain

Harry Souttar is used to garnering attention for his height, but Socceroos coach Graham Arnold is convinced his leadership qualities are what set him apart the most, writes ADAM PEACOCK.

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HUELVA, SPAIN - JUNE 25: Taylor Ray of Australia is challenged by Claudia Zornoza of Spain during the Women's International Friendly match between Spain and Australia at Estadio Nuevo Colombino on June 25, 2022 in Huelva, Spain. (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images)

ACL on debut: Heartbreak for Matildas rookie

The Matildas injury crisis is deepening after the team’s worst fears for debutant Taylor Ray were confirmed.

DOHA, QATAR - JUNE 13: Andrew Redmayne of Australia reacts after saving a penalty shootout goal in the 2022 FIFA World Cup Playoff match between Australia Socceroos and Peru at Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium on June 13, 2022 in Doha, Qatar. (Photo by Joe Allison/Getty Images)

The call from ‘God’ that changed Redmayne’s life

Andrew Redmayne’s new-found celebrity is at odds with his low-key existence, and it can all be traced back to his first meeting with a goalkeeping mastermind, writes ADAM PEACOCK.

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 31: Australian Socceroos head coach Graham Arnold poses during a portrait session at Gambaro Hotel on October 31, 2018 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Chris Hyde/Getty Images)

‘Be ready for anything’: Arnold’s World Cup warning

It’s been 12 years since Australia won a game at the World Cup. But the stability of Graham Arnold – even though a chaotic qualification run – might be exactly what the Socceroos need, writes ADAM PEACOCK.

AL WAKRAH, QATAR - JUNE 01: Graham Arnold, Manager of Australia, looks on during the national anthem prior to kick off of the International Friendly match between Jordan and Australia Socceroos at Al Janoub Stadium on June 01, 2022 in Al Wakrah, Qatar. (Photo by Mohamed Farag/Getty Images)

The 1070 days of pain that hardened Graham Arnold

For a moment, Socceroos coach Graham Arnold wondered whether one decision would send his 40 years in the game ‘down the toilet’. But the journey there cemented his resolve, writes ADAM PEACOCK.

Australia's head coach Graham Arnold R and player Ajdin Hrustic celebrate after winning the FIFA World Cup 2022 intercontinental play-offs match between Australia and Peru at the Ahmed bin Ali Stadium, Doha, Qatar, June 13, 2022. (Photo by Nikku/Xinhua via Getty Images)

How Socceroos saved Arnie’s job before Cup glory

Graham Arnold thought he’d be sacked well before the Peru game, yet a Socceroos moment witnessed by Football Australia’s CEO saved him. James Johnson discusses football’s biggest issues with ADAM PEACOCK.

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MEXICO CITY, MEXICO - JUNE 17: Aerial view of Azteca Stadium on June 17, 2022 in Mexico City, Mexico. Mexico will host the 2026 FIFA World Cup sharing the organization with Canada and the USA. It will be the first time that three countries host football's most important international tournament. The stadiums selected are Akron in Guadalajara, Azteca in Mexico City and BBVA in Monterrey. Mexico will be the host country for the third time (1970, 1986 and 2026). (Photo by Hector Vivas/Getty Images)

NFL stadiums are shaping the 2026 World Cup

Organisers unveiled the 16 venues for the tournament in the U.S., Mexico, and Canada, with all 11 American stadiums home to NFL teams.

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Analysis: Where Socceroos have edge on World Cup opponents

Now the dust has settled on a watershed World Cup qualification, ADAM PEACOCK investigates how the Socceroos can make it past the group stage against France, Tunisia and Denmark.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 27: Tom Rogic of Australia in action during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 AFC Asian Qualifier match between Australia Socceroos and Vietnam at AAMI Park on January 27, 2022 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Jonathan DiMaggio/Getty Images)

Where’s Rogic? Burning issues facing Socceroos

In 150 days, Graham Arnold’s Socceroos will run out for their first World Cup match against France. But there are plenty of storylines left to unfold in the squad before the first ball is kicked, writes ADAM PEACOCK.

WOLVERHAMPTON, ENGLAND - JUNE 14: Gareth Southgate, Manager of England reacts during the UEFA Nations League - League A Group 3 match between England and Hungary at Molineux on June 14, 2022 in Wolverhampton, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Winter: Jeers were long time coming for Southgate

Those following England closely will know its humbling at the hands of Hungary was not a blip but a trend, writes HENRY WINTER. It was a continuation of Gareth Southgate’s failure to respond decisively when needed.

DOHA, QATAR - JUNE 06: Australia's coach Graham Arnold attends a press conference at Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium on June 6, 2022 in Doha, Qatar. (Photo by Mohamed Farag/Getty Images)

Slater: Arnie’s critics can eat humble pie

Few could have handled the challenges and abhorrent personal criticism that Graham Arnold has faced and still made the career-defining call that put the Socceroos into the World Cup, writes ROBBIE SLATER.

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From endless setbacks and doubt to hero status

Awer Mabil was born in a refugee camp in Kenya. Andrew Redmayne in Gosford, yet still walked a hard path to this day. ADAM PEACOCK tells the stories of the heroes who sent Australia to the World Cup.

DOHA, QATAR - JUNE 13: Australia celebrate after winning the game in penalty shootouts in the 2022 FIFA World Cup Playoff match between Australia Socceroos and Peru at Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium on June 13, 2022 in Doha, Qatar. (Photo by Joe Allison/Getty Images)

How Arnie’s Roos pulled off a World Cup stunner

They were ridiculed and written off but Graham Arnold’s Socceroos are into the World Cup. The final triumph against Peru belonged to many unlikely heroes, writes ADAM PEACOCK.

LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 08: Wayne Rooney of England celebrates breaking the all time England goal scoring record with Harry Kane during the UEFA EURO 2016 Group E qualifying match between England and Switzerland at Wembley Stadium on September 8, 2015 in London, United Kingdom.(Photo by Marc Atkins/Mark Leech Sports Photography/Getty Images)

Wayne Rooney’s parting gift for Harry Kane

Sacred memento from predecessor has driven England captain Harry Kane towards goal record, writes HENRY WINTER.

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Socceroos boss calls out Albo after victory

Socceroos coach Graham Arnold was overcome with emotion after he gambled his career on a move that pulled off “the greatest achievement ever”.

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