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Pic special: Matildas prepare for Japan

Pic special: Matildas prepare for Japan

After their 1-0 triumph over the United States, the mighty Matildas are preparing to take on Asian rivals Japan in San Diego where they will continue their Tournament of Nations campaign on Monday (AEST). 29 Jul 2017
Degenek wants European return

Degenek wants European return

Japan-based Socceroos defender Milos Degenek has revealed his burning desire to return to play his club football in Europe. 21 Jul 2017
Degenek: Japan not right for Sainsbury

Degenek: Japan not right for Sainsbury

Japan-based Socceroos defender Milos Degenek believes playing in the J.League is below his international teammate Trent Sainsbury after being linked with Urawa Red Diamonds. 16 Jul 2017
A-League target Burns opts for Japan stay

A-League target Burns opts for Japan stay

Former Johnny Warren medallist Nathan Burns has ignored the lure of an A-League return and opted to sign with Japanese battlers Sanfrecce Hiroshima. 13 Jul 2017
Asia-Roos Saturday wrap

Asia-Roos Saturday wrap

Mitchell Duke, Ryan McGowan and Connor Chapman were in action in Asia overnight, while five-time Socceroo Apostolos Giannou continues to be left out. 9 Jul 2017
Socceroos' warning to Japan: Stronger than ever

Socceroos' warning to Japan: Stronger than ever

The Socceroos say they will head to Saitama to play Japan next month full of confidence and momentum after the Confederations Cup. 1 Jul 2017
Australian youth not falling behind Asia - Abrams

Australian youth not falling behind Asia - Abrams

Football Federation Australia (FFA) technical director Eric Abrams says Asia’s youth development is not moving ahead of Australia's but concedes Japan is well ahead. 27 Jun 2017
SRC Hiroshima thank lone fan after losing 6-0 at Nagoya Grampus

SRC Hiroshima thank lone fan after losing 6-0 at Nagoya Grampus

The minnows gave it up for the hardy soul who made the 300-mile trip to see his side get hammered. 22 Jun 2017
Socceroos v Japan 06: Where are they now?

Socceroos v Japan 06: Where are they now?

They were labelled the ‘Golden Generation’ of Australian football. 10 Jun 2017
Bullish Ange: We're in good shape

Bullish Ange: We're in good shape

Socceroos coach Ange Postecoglou remains bullish about the side’s hopes of automatic qualification for the 2018 World Cup despite being three points off the pace with three games to play. 22 May 2017
Burns sacrificed in Japan

Burns sacrificed in Japan

Socceroo Nathan Burns’ struggles at FC Tokyo got worse overnight after he was sacrificed after barely 21 minutes in their 3-1 J.League Cup loss at Jubilo Iwata. 27 Apr 2017
Wanderers eliminated with Urawa rout

Wanderers eliminated with Urawa rout

Western Sydney Wanderers' miserable AFC Champions League (ACL) has got worse after a 6-1 hammering from Japanese giants Urawa Red Diamonds on Wednesday. 26 Apr 2017
ACL: Urawa v Wanderers pic special

ACL: Urawa v Wanderers pic special

Urawa Red Diamonds hosted Western Sydney Wanderers on matchday five in the AFC Champions League. Pics by Getty Images. 26 Apr 2017
Duke returns after 11 months out

Duke returns after 11 months out

Four-time Socceroo Mitchell Duke reached a significant milestone in his recovery from an anterior cruciate ligament injury, making his first start in 11 months on Wednesday. 16 Mar 2017
Degenek sought Ange approval

Degenek sought Ange approval

Milos Degenek has revealed he consulted Australia boss Ange Postecoglou and several Socceroos team-mates before deciding to leave Germany for Japanese club Yokohama F. Marinos. 31 Jan 2017
Ange: Roos under no pressure against Thais

Ange: Roos under no pressure against Thais

Australian National Team Coach Ange Postecoglou is adamant that the Socceroos are under no pressure going into their World Cup qualifier against Thailand. 2 Nov 2016