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In Pictures: Socceroos In Singapore

In Pictures: Socceroos In Singapore

We take you close to the action as the Socceroos begin their rigorous training regime ahead of the Asian Cup. 28 Jun 2007
Lure Of Asia Too Strong For Dukes

Lure Of Asia Too Strong For Dukes

Australia striker Mark Viduka has revealed his passion to lead the Socceroos to AFC Asian Cup glory this July inspired the Newcastle frontman to reconsider his planned international retirement. 28 Jun 2007
Saudis Cruise Past Singapore

Saudis Cruise Past Singapore

Saudi Arabia cruised to a comfortable 2-1 win in their Asian Cup warm-up friendly against South East Asian champions Singapore at National Stadium on Wednesday, despite playing the final 40 minutes with 10 men. 28 Jun 2007
Basle Star Brushes Off Sweat Factor

Basle Star Brushes Off Sweat Factor

Mile Sterjovski admits he's struggled in the past with playing in heat, but the Swiss-based Socceroos says the Aussies' Asian Cup quest won't be washed away in a sea of sweat in the humid conditions of Bangkok and beyond.
27 Jun 2007
Asian Cup: South Korea

Asian Cup: South Korea

The Koreans’ dream run through the 2002 World Cup symbolised the arrival of Asia on the world football stage. 27 Jun 2007
Socceroo Boot Camp Kicks In

Socceroo Boot Camp Kicks In

Graham Arnold’s Singapore boot camp has swung into full gear with some Socceroos losing up to 4kgs per session, according to Aussie defensive lynchpin Lucas Neill.
27 Jun 2007
Fringe Role For Zico At Thailand

Fringe Role For Zico At Thailand

Veteran Thailand striker Kiatisak "Zico" Senamuang will be used in a limited capacity by coach Chanvit Polchovin at the upcoming AFC Asian Cup. 26 Jun 2007
Injuries Worry Japan

Injuries Worry Japan

Japan defender Marcus Tulio Tanaka's participation in next month's Asian Cup is in doubt after the Urawa Reds player was forced to pull out of a training camp with a knee injury. 26 Jun 2007
Qatar Edge Past Turkmenistan

Qatar Edge Past Turkmenistan

Qatar claimed a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Turkmenistan in a friendly match at Al Sadd stadium on Monday. 26 Jun 2007
Asian Cup: Uzbekistan

Asian Cup: Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan’s Oliy League hasn’t traditionally caught the imagination of the football world. 26 Jun 2007
Kisnorbo Knuckles Down

Kisnorbo Knuckles Down

Patrick Kisnorbo has told au.fourfourtwo.com that he is focused on working hard and gaining a spot in the Socceroos starting XI. 25 Jun 2007
India Out Of Running For 2011 Asian Cup

India Out Of Running For 2011 Asian Cup

India have formally withdrawn their interest in hosting the 2011 AFC Asian Cup, leaving Qatar as the only country to have lodged an official bid. 25 Jun 2007
Asian Cup: Malaysia

Asian Cup: Malaysia

Malaysian coach Norizan Bakar would do well to tell his players the tale of Cinderella, the battler who toughed it out and eventually became the belle of the ball. 25 Jun 2007
Iran Beats Rivals Iraq

Iran Beats Rivals Iraq

Ten-man Iran retained the WAFF Championship on Sunday after defeating Iraq in the final. 25 Jun 2007
Oman Edge Indonesia

Oman Edge Indonesia

Almukhain Ahmed struck the winner as Oman edged Indonesia 1-0 on Sunday in a warm-up clash for next month's Asian Cup. 25 Jun 2007
Saudis Score Double On UAE

Saudis Score Double On UAE

Saad Al Harthi and Malek Maaz netted second-half goals as Saudi Arabia downed United Arab Emirates 2-0 in an Asian Cup warm-up on Sunday evening. 25 Jun 2007