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Mile Jedinak directing traffic in his first match as skipper against Ecuador earlier this year.

Socceroos’ road to Brazil with Mile Jedinak

After a sloppy start to their campaign against Thailand in September 2011, the Socceroos produced a clinical performance to dismantle Saudi Arabia 3-1 away from home on match day 2 to sit top of their WCQ group.

The Socceroos have been well received in Brazil after being the first national team to arrive ahead of the World Cup.

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What the world is saying about our Socceroos

The Socceroos have been welcomed to Brazil by the nation’s president Dilma Rousseff, but those famous trapped Chilean miners were less focussed on the Socceroos in a new TV ad.

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Victory League Preview Round 9

We preview another bumper round of NPL action from Tasmania's Victory League.

Socceroo Luke Wilkshire is in line to represent Australia at a third straight World Cup.

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Wilkshire previews Group D - Europe v the Americas

While the Socceroos are widely considered to have drawn the World Cup's “Group of Death”, the countries in Group D might argue otherwise.

Palestine will join Japan, Jordan and Iraq in Group D at the AFC Asian Cup in Australia next year.

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Palestine win finals spot at AFC Asian Cup Australia 2015

Palestine have made history by securing their first ever spot at the AFC Asian Cup after defeating the Philippines 1-0 in the final of the AFC Challenge Cup.

The Socceroos have had their first training session at their World Cup base in Vitoria.

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Socceroos’ PR coup for 3000 locals

As the Socceroos settle into their Brazilian base, the FFA has extended an invite to 3000 local fans to get up close with their visitors from down-under.

Socceroo Jason Davidson battles for possession with South Africa's Thuso Phala in Australia's farewell match.

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Davidson taking nothing for granted

Jason Davidson says he will leave nothing to chance in his bid to start for the Socceroos against Chile at the World Cup, as another key player in Mark Bresciano battles to regain full fitness.

The Socceroos new kit pays homage to the jersey worn by the 1974 Socceroos at the World Cup.

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Kit up with the Socceroos

One man a football side can’t get on the field without is the all-important Equipment Manager and for the Socceroos that man is Dom Rabsch.

Josh Kennedy bonds with teammates during the Socceroos official team photograph session.

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Socceroos’ road to Brazil with Josh Kennedy

It didn’t exactly go to plan for the Socceroos as they kicked off their AFC Asian qualifying campaign with a spluttering 2-1 win over a plucky Thailand in September 2011.

Matthew Spiranovic is more use to being the one keeping guard in central defence.

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Spiranovic hails Wanderers in his ‘Roo revival

Socceroo central defender Matt Spiranovic has paid tribute to his club and coach for helping him return to peak form with the green and gold.

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International Friendly Preview: El Salvador v Spain

Spain striker Diego Costa could return from injury in his nation's final pre-FIFA World Cup friendly against El Salvador on Saturday.

Champions Brisbane Roar will take part in a four-team pre-season tournament in Townsville.

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Roar, Sydney and Jets set for Townsville Cup

The reigning Hyundai A-League champions Brisbane Roar along with Sydney FC and Newcastle Jets will play in an August mini-tournament in Townsville that will also feature local side Northern Fury.

Perth Glory have pulled off a major coup with the signing of Irish international Andy Keogh.

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Glory sign Irish international

Perth Glory have announced the signing of Republic of Ireland international Andy Keogh on a two-year contract with a further one year option that will see the striker wear the number 9 shirt at Glory until the end of the 2016/17 Hyundai A-League season.

Tommy Oar says Australia are confident ahead of World Cup opener against Chile.

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So, no miracle cures then

The Socceroos’ 1-1 draw with South Africa’s Bafana Bafana posed as many questions as it did answers.

Chile are preparing for a tough opening to the World Cup against a youthful Socceroos outfit.

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Socceroos a ‘complicated’ opponent warns Chile boss

Chile coach Jorge Sampaoli says his team's first match of the World Cup against Australia will be their hardest despite subsequent games against Spain and the Netherlands.

Josh Kennedy offers his thoughts on Group C at the FIFA World Cup.

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Big Josh previews World Cup Group C

J-League star Josh Kennedy is the perfect man to analyse Group C which features the nations Colombia, Greece, Ivory Coast and the nation where he plies his trade, Japan.

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NPL Queensland Round 12 Wrap

Palm Beach Sharks put distance between themselves and second placed Moreton Bay Jets on the ladder after securing a thrilling 4-2 win.

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Capital Football NPL Round 7 Wrap

Canberra FC ensured they remained top of the Capital Football NPL after defeating a belligerent Canberra City 5-0 at Deakin Stadium.

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Gung-ho Socceroos won’t change

Ange Postecoglou has a simple message for the doubters wanting the Socceroos to temper their gung-ho approach in the 'group of death' in Brazil, declaring it simply won't be happening.

Dario Vidosic insists Australia are not going to Brazil just to make up the numbers.

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Preparation excellent for ‘great challenge’

Matt McKay and Dario Vidosic say Australia are capable of surprising their heavyweight opponents after arriving in Brazil for the World Cup.

The Socceroos scored a famous point against Croatia at the 2006 World Cup to reach the Round of 16.

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Croatia hail Aussies ahead of Brazil clash

Croatian Football Federation president Davor Suker says the Socceroos are the perfect final opponent for his nation before they open the World Cup against tournament hosts and favourites Brazil.