Socceroos beat New Zealand after late goal from debutant midfielder Max Balard - but here's why coach Tony Popovic felt deflated at fulltime

The Socceroos may have beaten New Zealand 1-0 on Friday in Canberra - but coach Tony Popovic knows they must rapidly improve ahead of the 2026...
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Sep 6

WATCH: Tony Popovic reacts to CommBank Socceroos' triumph over New Zealand

Tony Popovic spoke at his post-match press conference following the CommBank Socceroos' dramatic 1-0 win against New...
SOCCEROOS.COM.AU Sep 6

WATCH: Tony Popovic reacts to CommBank Socceroos' 1-0 win over New Zealand

Tony Popovic spoke at his post-match press conference following the CommBank Socceroos' dramatic 1-0 win against New...
SOCCEROOS.COM.AU Sep 6

Football: All Whites' frustrating defeat by Socceroos

Join us for the trans-Tasman clash from Canberra's GIO Stadium.
RNZ.CO.NZ Sep 5

Popovic revels in ´experience of a lifetime´ after Australia´s dramatic win over New Zealand

Australia coach Tony Popovic says his players were able to enjoy “an experience of a lifetime” following their dramatic victory over New Zealand....
SOCCERNEWS.COM Sep 5

Socceroos win - but here's why Popovic isn't satisfied

Tony Popovic will cop the teething pains of ugly Socceroos performances if it means they learn and are ready to rise to a higher level at next...
THEWEST.COM.AU Sep 5

Australia 1-0 New Zealand: Debutant Balard scores late winner against rivals

Max Balard scored an 87th-minute winner on debut for Australia as they defeated New Zealand 1-0 at GIO Stadium Canberra. New Zealand looked more...
SOCCERNEWS.COM Sep 5

CommBank Socceroos defeat New Zealand 1-0 in first leg of Soccer Ashes

The CommBank Socceroos have defeated New Zealand 1-0 in the first leg of the 2025 Soccer Ashes in front of nearly 20,000...
SOCCEROOS.COM.AU Sep 5

Youngsters lift Socceroos over New Zealand as Max Balard hits winner on debut

Australia edge first game of ‘Soccer Ashes' 1-0 in CanberraBalard comes off the bench to settle game in 87th minute Max Balard has enjoyed a...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 5

Balard strikes on debut as Socceroos down New Zealand

Max Balard has hit the ground running for the Socceroos, netting the match-winning goal in a 1-0 victory over New Zealand.
THEWEST.COM.AU Sep 5

Internationals: Strelec Shines In Slovakia Win

David Strelec and Sverre Nypan were both on the scoresheet for their respective nations. Strelec was in from the start for Slovakia in their...
MIDDLESBROUGH FC OFFICIAL SITE Sep 5

All Whites v Socceroos live updates, Soccer Ashes game one

The All Whites and Socceroos clash in the first game of the Soccer Ashes. The All Whites face the Socceroos in a two-leg home-and-away series for...
NZHERALD.CO.NZ Sep 5

Football live updates: All Whites v Socceroos

Join us for the trans-Tasman clash from Canberra's GIO Stadium.
RNZ.CO.NZ Sep 5

Australia v New Zealand: men's international football friendly – live

Updates as the Socceroos clash with the All Whites in CanberraKick-off time at GIO Stadium is 7.45pm AEST/9.45pm NZSTAny thoughts? Get in touch...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 5

Socceroos v New Zealand LIVE updates: Australia's prep for 2026 World Cup begins in Canberra

The Socceroos play their first of two friendlies for the Soccer Ashes against New Zealand in Canberra tonight. Follow all the action.
BRISBANETIMES.COM.AU Sep 5

Live: Returning Ryan Thomas starts as All Whites take on Socceroos in Canberra

Follow live updates as the All Whites rekindle their rivalry with Australia in game one of the Soccer Ashes.
STUFF.CO.NZ Sep 5

Live: Red-hot Irankunda starts on the bench as Socceroos take on New Zealand

As many as seven players could make their Socceroos debut as a youthful Australia takes on New Zealand in the first leg of the Soccer Ashes in...
ABC.NET.COM.AU Sep 5

Live: Socceroos and New Zealand hit by injuries before 'Soccer Ashes'

The road to next year's World Cup begins in Canberra.
CANBERRATIMES.COM.AU Sep 5

‘The potential is enormous': Are the Socceroos on the cusp of a new golden generation?

Seven years after a landmark report declared Australian soccer had “regressed to the mean”, a new wave of Socceroos is emerging. How excited should...
BRISBANETIMES.COM.AU Sep 5

Where to watch New Zealand vs. Socceroos live stream, TV channel, start time for Australia international friendly

New Zealand vs. Socceroos kickoff time: Here's how to watch the international friendly on TV and live stream. The Sporting News takes you through...
SPORTINGNEWS.COM Sep 5

Former Perth Glory and Socceroos midfielder Neil Kilkenny eyeing coaching career following retirement

Retiring former Perth Glory premiership winner Neil Kilkenny is ready for the next stage of his career — and has his sights on coaching at the ...
THEWEST.COM.AU Sep 5

Popa's passionate A-Leagues message as ‘proven' pathway produces new wave of Socceroos

Tony Popovic praised the Iszu UTE A-League as the CommBank Socceroos prepare to go head-to-head with New Zealand.
KEEPUP Sep 5

Buffon inspired Circati to pick Australia over Italy

Alessandro Circati has revealed that Italy legend Gianluigi Buffon played a key role in helping him choose to play for Australia over the Azzurri.
ESPN.COM.AU Sep 4

The change Socceroos boss sees in recalled Irankunda

In his first call-up in close to a year, Nestory Irankunda has impressed Socceroos coach Tony Popovic with his new-found maturity.
THEWEST.COM.AU Sep 4

Aussies abroad: Where every Socceroos star is playing in 2025

Breaking into the Premier League? Europa League stars? MLS bolters? Joey Lynch scopes out every single Socceroos aspirant plying their trade abroad...
ESPN.COM.AU Sep 4

´There are no real friendlies in football´ – Popovic taking New Zealand clash seriously

Australia head coach Tony Popovic insisted that their upcoming match against New Zealand is more than just a friendly. The Socceroos qualified for...
SOCCERNEWS.COM Sep 4

Double injury blow hurts All Whites in pursuit of rare win over Australia

All you need to know about the first Soccer Ashes match.
STUFF.CO.NZ Sep 4

Match Preview: Australia v New Zealand | Soccer Ashes 1st Leg

The CommBank Socceroos will host New Zealand at GIO Stadium in Canberra on Friday evening in the first of two matches that...
SOCCEROOS.COM.AU Sep 4

Popovic draws the line as young star chooses Greece over Socceroos

Tony Popovic says he'll welcome any player who wants to represent Australia. “And the ones that don't, I don't welcome,” he said on Thursday.
BRISBANETIMES.COM.AU Sep 4

International referees hosted at Football NSW

Football NSW recently hosted a special match officials session featuring referees from the Scottish Football Association and Irish Football...
FOOTBALLNSW.COM.AU Sep 4
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