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The United States have fired plenty of barbs at Australia in the lead-up to their World Cup clash.

SoccerCommentsSocceroos ready to respond to outspoken Yanks on the pitch

The Socceroos have been on the receiving end of barb after barb from American pundits in the months leading up to their World Cup clash — and now, their chance to respond is only days away.

Josh Kempton

Lionel Messi has netted his first World Cup hat-trick to get Argentina's title defence up and going. (AP PHOTO)

SoccerCommentsMessi magic gets defending champions going at World Cup

A Lionel Messi hat-trick against Algeria has got Argentina off to the perfect start as they attempt to defend their World Cup crown in North America.

Staff Writers

Alessandro Circati is expecting a physical battle against the USA.

SoccerVideoCommentsCircati, Socceroos braced for physical USA rematch rumble

Socceroos defender Alessandro Circati is ready for a repeat of the physical battle that characterised their last meeting against USA when Australia take on the World Cup co-hosts in Seattle.

Ben Smith

Christian Pulisic is in doubt for the Socceroos clash.

SoccerComments'We don't take s***': US ready for Socceroos fight

The United States insist they are more aggressive than the last time they faced the Socceroos ahead of their bumper World Cup clash.

Anna Harrington

Iran goalscorer Ramin Rezaeian and his teammates were forced to fly out of the US immediately after their draw with New Zealand.

SportWhite House stings World Cup team kicked out of US: ‘Very clear why’

Players were blindsided after their opening game and they haven’t got the response they wanted.

Jim Vertuno and Seung Min Kim, AP

Tony Popovic has left nothing to chance, including planning how to use hydration breaks. (AP PHOTO)

SoccerCommentsSocceroos learn from AFL to boost their breaks

Socceroos boss Tony Popovic appears ahead of the curve with how he has handled the drinks breaks introduced at this year's World Cup finals.

Anna Harrington

Graham Arnold’s Iraq might have their work cut out for them in a tough World Cup group.

SoccerPremiumWorld Cup Group I: Arnie’s Iraq and a group of death

Graham Arnold’s Iraq will face some tough opposition in Group I at the World Cup, which also includes the runners-up of the last edition of the tournament France and dark horses Norway and Senegal.

Ben Smith

Mike Grella, Connor Metcalfe

SportVideoAmerican shock jock doubles down as AFL podcaster drawn in

The US pundit is standing by his Socceroos take-down despite his colleagues distancing themselves from it.

Harrison Reid

The Socceroos have thrown themselves into their preparations for the US game.

SoccerCommentsPremiumCelebration time’s over as Socceroos plot US upset

From physical recovery to dealing with an early kick-off and not getting carried away with their opening game win, here’s how the Socceroos are preparing to take on co-hosts USA.

Ben Smith

The Socceroos celebrate their win over Turkey.

SoccerCommentsPremiumBoys to men: Inside the Socceroos' coming-of-age victory

On a night that yielded a coming-of-age victory for a young Socceroos side, it was youthful exuberance which laid the platform for one of Australia’s grandest World Cup victories.

Ben Smith

The World Cup brings Australia together.

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There’s nothing in Australia quite like Socceroos fever

There’s a reason that no sporting event on the planet brings Australians together quite like the soccer World Cup. It’s because we’re no good at it, writes Jackson Barrett.

Jackson Barrett

The Socceroos deserved the stage. Australian sport deserved the stage. And the AFL should have been big enough to recognise it.

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AFL’s decision to take on Socceroos ‘disappointing’

The Socceroos deserved the stage. Australian sport deserved the stage. And the AFL should have been big enough to recognise it, writes Georgie Parker.

Georgie Parker

Connor Metcalfe netted just his second international career goal as the Socceroos stunned Turkiye.

SoccerVideoCommentsPremiumPopovic gives Metcalfe green light after Turkiye stunner

Connor Metcalfe netted just his second international career goal as the Socceroos stunned Turkiye on Saturday night, and coach Tony Popovic has given the midfielder permission to shoot for more.

Aaron Kirby

Australian fans are daring to dream after the Socceroos’ stunning start to the World Cup.

SoccerCommentsPremiumFamous World Cup win gives Australia licence to dream

It was one of the greatest wins by an Australian side at the World Cup — and it may have already all but ensured the nation will be able to get behind the Socceroos in the knockout stages.

Josh Kempton

Socceroos legend Harry Kewell has poured more fuel on the feud brewing between Australia and co-hosts USA.

SoccerCommentsSocceroos legend pours more fuel on American fire

Socceroos legend Harry Kewell has poured more fuel on the feud brewing between Australia and co-hosts USA ahead of their massive clash at the World Cup.

Aaron Kirby

Mike Grella, Nestory Irankunda

World Cup SoccerVideoAmerica backflips on Socceroos after upset World Cup win

‘Everybody just keeps discounting Australia and it seems to be not the right thing to do.’

Harrison Reid

Patrick Beach celebrates the team's 2-0 victory.

SoccerCommentsThe goalkeeper-next-door who became a shock World Cup hero

Australia’s captain and decade-long goalkeeper Mat Ryan was axed for the first game of sport’s biggest tournament. Why did coach Tony Popovic do it?

Jackson Barrett

The Socceroos put in a strong performance to open their World Cup campaign.

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SOCCEROOS RATINGS: The men who helped coach’s gamble pay off

The Socceroos’ incredible upset win over Turkey would not have been possible without several herculean performances - but which players topped the pops in our player ratings?

Ben Smith

Nestory Irankunda and Tim Cahill's goal celebrations.

SoccerVideoCommentsCahill responds to young gun’s EPIC goal celebration tribute

Nestory Irankunda paid tribute to Tim Cahill with his corner-flag celebration during Sunday’s big win. Here’s how the Socceroos legend responded.

Chris Robinson

Nestory Irankunda celebrates after scoring.

SoccerVideoCommentsPremium‘Scared’ Irankunda beat nerves to etch name into folklore

Nestory Irankunda was the hero in the Socceroos’ 2-0 World Cup win over Turkey - but his first-half goal may not have even happened had it not been for the coaches’ intervention.

Ben Smith

Connor Metcalfe and teammates take in the result.

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ANALYSIS: The upset that could well be our best-ever Cup win

Ben Smith examines whether Australia’s stunning boilover against Turkey should surpass a 2006 classic in Kaiserslauten to rank as the nation’s all-time greatest.

Ben Smith

Patrick Beach was one of the stars of Australia’s win.

SoccerCommentsPremiumPopovic selection shocks no surprise for Aussie camp

Tony Popovic shocked everyone when he left goalkeeping captain Mat Ryan and vice skipper Jackson Irvine out of Australia’s World Cup victory with Turkiye, but says it came as no surprise within the Aussie camp.

Aaron Kirby

Australia have knocked off Turkiye.

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Life’s a Beach! Socceroos in dreamland with Türkiye upset

The Socceroos have stunned Türkiye to open their World Cup in dream fashion after goals from Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalf. Read our three-word analysis.

Aaron Kirby

Connor Metcalfe celebrates scoring the second goal.

SoccerVideoCommentsSocceroos STUNNER! Aussies’ dream start to World Cup

Australia have made an early statement at the World Cup, pulling off a boilover win against Turkey. Ben Smith wraps up the result from Vancouver.

Ben Smith