qualifiers

Asian powerhouses close in on finals

Asian powerhouses close in on finals

South Korea, Iran and Australia all took a significant step towards securing a place at the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil on Tuesday. 12 Jun 2013
Korea close in on Brazil spot

Korea close in on Brazil spot

Korea Republic took a step closer to FIFA World Cup 2014 qualification with a 1-0 victory over rivals Uzbekistan in Seoul on Tuesday. 12 Jun 2013
Holger keeps a lid on Kruse praise

Holger keeps a lid on Kruse praise

SOCCERO Robbie Kruse won rave reviews for his man of the match performance against Jordan from everyone - except Australia coach Holger Osieck. 11 Jun 2013
Socceroos v Jordan match pics

Socceroos v Jordan match pics

It's do or disaster for the Socceroos as they host Jordan at Etihad Stadium in the first of two crucial qualifiers, with the Aussies putting everything on the line to secure their third consecutive World Cup appearance. Pics by Getty Images. 11 Jun 2013
Holger spoilt for choice

Holger spoilt for choice

AUSTRALIA coach Holger Osieck says having all 26 members of his squad fit for their World Cup qualifier against Jordan is a nice problem to have. 11 Jun 2013
World Cup Qualifers wrap: Algeria in control, Cameroon shocked

World Cup Qualifers wrap: Algeria in control, Cameroon shocked

Algeria kept their bid to reach a second-successive World Cup finals on track with a 3-1 away win over Benin on Sunday. 10 Jun 2013
South Korea close in on Brazil 2014

South Korea close in on Brazil 2014

Japan sealed a spot at the 2014 FIFA World Cup after a draw with Australia, while South Korea also claimed a point in Tuesday's AFC qualifying. 5 Jun 2013
Holger Osieck disappointed by draw

Holger Osieck disappointed by draw

SOCCEROOS coach Holger Osieck hailed his team's gritty performance that earned 1-1 draw against Japan - and almost snatched all three points until a very late penalty. 4 Jun 2013
Oarsome goal but Japan snatch draw

Oarsome goal but Japan snatch draw

SOCCEROOKIE Tommy Oar gave Australia a vital share of the points against Japan on the road to Rio with a late cross that turned into a crucial winner - only to see his side give away a penalty. 4 Jun 2013
Langerak: Next gen looking good

Langerak: Next gen looking good

BORUSSIA Dortmund goalkeeper Mitchell Langerak has backed a new generation of Socceroos to come of age as the World Cup qualifying campaign goes down to the wire. 30 May 2013
Archie: We need to put the fear back...

Archie: We need to put the fear back...

VETERAN striker Archie Thompson knows the Socceroos need a good result against Japan next Tuesday to keep their World Cup qualification hopes on track. 29 May 2013
Vidosic: Everything's at stake...

Vidosic: Everything's at stake...

SHOULD Dario Vidosic get a run against Japan in Tuesday’s crucial World Cup qualifier it will be almost two years to the day since the attacking midfielder lined up for the Socceroos. 28 May 2013
Gerrard aware of England challenges

Gerrard aware of England challenges

England skipper Steven Gerrard says his side have a big mountain to climb if they are to qualify for the 2014 World Cup. 11 Apr 2013
Ferdinand hits out at England fans' racist chants

Ferdinand hits out at England fans' racist chants

Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has slammed England fans following reports of racist chanting aimed at him and his brother Anton. 30 Mar 2013
Rooney backs England to bounce back

Rooney backs England to bounce back

England forward Wayne Rooney believes the side will learn from the mistakes made during Tuesday's 1-1 draw with Montenegro. 29 Mar 2013
Gallop: Heat is on Holger...

Gallop: Heat is on Holger...

FFA chief executive David Gallop says the pressure is on Socceroos coach Holger Osieck following Australia's dismal 2-2 draw with Oman in Sydney on Tuesday. 28 Mar 2013

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