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Alessandro Circati has quickly established himself as one of the Socceroos' best young players. (Richard Wainwright/AAP PHOTOS)

SoccerPremiumGoing back to go forward: the chat that made Circati

Socceroos star Alessandro Circati can still remember the moment that set him on the path to becoming a highly-rated young defender ahead of the World Cup.

Anna Harrington

Socceroos fans are facing higher ticket prices for their World Cup match with the United States. (Richard Wainwright/AAP PHOTOS)

SoccerPremiumSocceroos followers face ticket price hike for US clash

United States' 4-1 thrashing of Paraguay has sent ticket prices spiralling for their remaining group games - including the match with Australia.

Staff Writers

Australia's Jackson Irvine believes the World Cup Socceroos are on the verge of great things. (AP PHOTO)

SoccerPremiumSocceroos ready to seize chance to shock the world

The Socceroos are full of youthful enthusiasm and hype and are ready to again silence doubters on the World Cup stage, starting with Turkey.

Anna Harrington

Arda Guler and Jordan Bos might prove the key for their sides in their World Cup opener.

SoccerCommentsPremiumPlayers to watch from both sides in Socceroos’ WC opener

Australia will be out to start their World Cup with a win against Turkiye, who will be making their country’s first appearance at the tournament in 24 years. These are the players to watch from both sides.

Josh Kempton

Jackson Irvine believes this group of Socceroos is special.

SoccerCommentsIrvine joy over Socceroos with the highest ceiling he’s seen

Socceroos veteran Jackson Irvine is about to play at his third-straight World Cup. To be part of this particular group is, in his own words, “the biggest joy” of his career - and he thinks they can be special.

Ben Smith

The who’s who of Hollywood have packed into the United States’ World Cup demolition of Paraguay at Sofi Stadium on Saturday.

SoccerCommentsHollywood A-Listers pack into USA’s demolition of Paraguay

The who’s who of Hollywood have packed into the United States’ World Cup demolition of Paraguay at Sofi Stadium on Saturday.

Aaron Kirby

The United States have crushed Paraguay in their World Cup opener in California. (AP PHOTO)

SoccerPremiumLook out Socceroos: US start World Cup with record haul

The United States will be full of confidence when they face Australia at the World Cup next week, having dominated Paraguay in a 4-1 victory.

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Turkey players go through their paces at training ahead of their match against the Socceroos. (AP PHOTO)

SoccerPremiumEmotions run high as Turkey return to World Cup stage

Turkey are ready and waiting to handle the expectations of a nation in their first World Cup appearance in 24 years.

Anna Harrington

Tony Popovic is about to make history.

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The West Australian exclusive
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The West Australian exclusive
From ‘06-‘26: Popovic drawing on World Cup past for present

As a player and a coach, Tony Popovic has already left an indelible mark on Australian football and the Socceroos — but it is what comes next which interests him most.

Ben Smith

Australia head coach Tony Popovic.

World Cup SoccerCommentsPremiumPopovic backs Socceroos to crash party amid bold claim

Socceroos coach Tony Popovic is ignoring the outside noise about his team’s chances of qualifying for the World Cup knock-out stages, urging his side to ‘spoil the party’ after Turkiye’s captain’s bold claim.

Ben Smith

Neymar has been ruled out of Brazil's World Cup opener against Morocco. (AP PHOTO)

SoccerPremiumInjured Neymar ruled out for Brazil's World Cup opener

A calf injury means Neymar has been ruled out Brazil's intriguing World Cup opener against Morocco.

Staff Writers

Maty Ryan is heading into a record-equalling fourth World Cup campaign for Australia. (Richard Wainwright/AAP PHOTOS)

SoccerPremiumThe change that took Socceroos captain to a new level

Socceroos captain Maty Ryan believes fatherhood and learning to let go of some of his meticulous routines delivered the best form of his career.

Anna Harrington

The stage if set for Australia to start their World Cup campaign. (Susie Dodds/AAP PHOTOS)

SoccerPremiumSocceroos v Turkey: stats, stars and key facts

The Socceroos will take on Turkey for just the third time ever when they face off in their World Cup opener.

Anna Harrington

Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey has been denied entry ?into Canada. (AP PHOTO)

SoccerPremiumGhana player on rape charges denied entry to Canada

Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey, who is awaiting trial in England on rape and sexual assault charges, has been denied entry ‌into Canada.

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Cyle Larin (left) scored a late equaliser as Canada eked out a 1-1 draw with Bosnia-Herzegovina. (AP PHOTO)

SoccerPremiumPluck of the draw as Canada earn first World Cup point

A late equaliser has helped co-hosts Canada pick up their first ever point at a World Cup thanks to a 1-1 draw against Bosnia-Herzegovina in Toronto.

John Wawrow

Australia coach Tony Popovic wants to show the world the Socceroos are seriously good. (AP PHOTO)

SoccerPremiumSocceroos ready to 'spoil the party' after Turkey jabs

After Turkey captain Hakan Calhanoglu said his team should dominate their World Cup opener, Socceroos boss Tony Popovic wants his charges to spoil the party.

Anna Harrington

Tony Popovic led Perth Glory to their sole title.

SoccerCommentsPremiumPopovic at Perth: How glorious stint paved way for World Cup

You can sort Perth Glory’s A-League history into before Popovic and after Popovic. Six years on from his exit, the club’s lack of success is well-documented, while he is coaching the Socceroos at a World Cup.

Ben Smith

The World Cup has given Australia moments of ecstasy and agony in almost equal measure.

SoccerCommentsPremiumAustralia’s heroic and heartbreaking World Cup moments

The World Cup has given Australia moments of both ecstasy and agony — and on the eve of their 2026 edition of the tournament, The West Australian has taken a look back at five of the most significant.

Josh Kempton

Tony Popovic is 'delighted' to have extended his term as Socceroos coach beyond the next Asian Cup. (Manuel Orbegozo/AAP PHOTOS)

SoccerPremiumSocceroos boss makes call on post-World Cup future

Socceroos coach Tony Popovic has extended his contract until after the 2027 Asian Cup, in a boost ahead of Australia's World Cup campaign.

Anna Harrington

Tony Popovic has signed a contract extension.

SoccerCommentsPremiumPopovic’s post-World Cup future revealed

On the eve of the Socceroos’ World Cup opener, Football Australia have made a huge call on coach Tony Popovic’s future.

Ben Smith

South Korea's Hwang In-beom (right) scored a goal and set up the match-winner. (EPA PHOTO)

SoccerPremiumSouth Koreans surge back to score a stunning Czech mate

A brilliant game by Hwang In-beom has led South Korea to a 2-1 comeback win over the Czech Republic in their World Cup clash in Mexico.

Tales Azzoni

Australia have insisted Mo Toure was involved in their most recent training session.

SoccerCommentsPremiumAll go on Mo? Socceroos say striker back on track

Socceroos striker Mo Toure’s availability for Australia’s World Cup opener against Turkiye has received a boost, with teammates Jacob Italiano and Aziz Behich offering assurance he has returned to training.

Ben Smith

Brito (back row, second left) was part of the Brazil team that won the 1970 World Cup final. (AP PHOTO)

SoccerPremiumBrito, who helped Brazil win 1970 World Cup, dies at 86

Brito, a classy defender who was part of the Brazil side that won the World Cup back in 1970, has died at the age of 86.

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Socceroo Jacob Italiano is ready to tackle Turkey's young stars at the World Cup. (Jason Henry/AAP PHOTOS)

SoccerPremiumFormer teen sensation ready to tackle Turkey stars

Once the boy wonder of Australian football, Jacob Italiano is ready to tackle Turkey's best young talent in the Socceroos' opening World Cup match.

Anna Harrington