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Socceroos Drama: Arnold Urges Star Player to Move for World Cup Qualifiers

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Read about the Socceroos' coach ultimatum for a star player and the cheeky sledge from a morning show host ahead of the big match against Lebanon.

The Socceroos are gearing up for a crucial FIFA World Cup Qualifier against Lebanon as they continue their journey towards the 2026 World Cup. Coach Graham Arnold has stirred up drama by urging star player Harry Souttar to consider leaving his English club for more playing time. With the match scheduled at Parramatta, anticipation is high as the team faces uncertainties off the field.

Adding to the tension, morning show host Sarah Abo couldn't resist a cheeky sledge aimed at the Socceroos, setting the stage for a spirited clash on the field against Lebanon. Arnold's funding plea for the 'homeless' Socceroos, training on unconventional rugby league fields, highlights the challenges faced by the national team.

As the excitement builds for the Socceroos' match against Lebanon in Canberra, hopes are soaring for a record attendance, showcasing the growing popularity of football in Australia. Coach Arnold's persistent calls for support for the Socceroos echo concerns about the future of Australian football amidst logistical challenges.

Intriguingly, the Lebanese-Australian players are eager to make their community proud by competing in the World Cup qualifier, adding a unique dynamic to the upcoming match. Despite the uncertainties, the Socceroos are determined to push forward in their quest for World Cup qualification, fueled by the passion of players and supporters alike.

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Match Preview: Australia vs Lebanon | FIFA World Cup Qualifiers™ (Socceroos)

The Subway Socceroos continue their qualification journey for the FIFA World Cup 2026™, facing Lebanon on Thursday evening (8:00pm AEDT) at Parramatta's ...

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Arnold reveals why star must move, fear for 'homeless' Socceroos (Fox Sports)

Socceroos coach Graham Arnold has given Harry Souttar an ultimatum about his club future, all but telling the towering defender he needs to leave Leicester ...

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Socceroos coach tells star to ditch English club (Nine)

Socceroos coach Graham Arnold has urged towering defender Harry Souttar to consider leaving his English clu...

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Today host's cheeky Socceroos sledge (NEWS.com.au)

Ahead of the Socceroos' all-important World Cup qualifier against Lebanon on Thursday night, Today's Sarah Abo unleashed a cheeky sledge on Australia's ...

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Arnold's funding plea for 'homeless' Socceroos after training at ... (The Sydney Morning Herald)

The Socceroos coach has taken another swing at government decision makers after the side trained on a field with rugby league posts for Thursday night's ...

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'Can't go on forever': Souttar gets Socceroos ultimatum (Education – Australian Associated Press)

Graham Arnold has warned Socceroos defender Harry Souttar his place in the national team set-up is no longer guaranteed amid a struggle for gametime at club ...

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Lebanese-Australian players eager to make community proud ... (The Guardian)

Several members of the Cedars squad have returned to familiar surrounds in western Sydney for this week's World Cup qualifier.

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Arnold's fear as 'homeless' Socceroos train on RL field (FTBL Australia)

Socceroos boss Graham Arnold is warning Australian football will be left behind if the national team is forced to train on rugby league fields.

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Socceroos v Lebanon in Canberra tipped to draw record crowd (The Canberra Times)

Excitement builds as the Socceroos face Lebanon in Canberra, with hopes high for a new attendance record. Learn more about the World Cup qualifier.

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'We're homeless': Graham Arnold renews calls for Socceroos to ... (The Guardian)

Coach argues government should help football like NRL and AFL, ahead of the expected sell-out World Cup qualifiers against Lebanon.

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Socceroos star handed ultimatum over club limbo as coach calls for ... (Optus Sport)

The Foxes defender is struggling for minutes in England but remains a regular for the green and gold - for now.

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How to watch: Four A-Leagues stars hoping to feature in Socceroos ... (Hyundai A-League)

How to watch all the action from the Socceroos' World Cup qualifier against Lebanon at CommBank Stadium on Thursday night.

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Socceroos to start Yengi, Taggart against Lebanon (FTBL Australia)

Kusini Yengi and Adam Taggart will lead the line for Australia in the Socceroos' World Cup qualifier against Lebanon in Sydney.

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Socceroos World Cup qualifying LIVE: Socceroos take 2-0 lead after ... (The Sydney Morning Herald)

Another debut international goal for an Australian, this time for Kye Rowles. The corner curled away, and there were plenty of Lebanese players in the box, ...

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Socceroos World Cup qualifying LIVE: Baccus scores in opening ... (Brisbane Times)

Australia face Lebanon twice in the next five days and head into their third World Cup qualifier with an unblemished record, conceding no goals and scoring ...

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Injuries sour Socceroos' 2-0 World Cup Qualifier win over Lebanon ... (ESPN Australia)

Australia moved a step closer to securing their spot in the final round of World Cup qualification after a 2-0 win over Lebanon, which was soured by ...

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Socceroos beat Lebanon 2-0 in AFC World Cup qualifier at Western ... (ABC News)

Injuries to Riley McGree and Jordy Bos take the shine off the Socceroos' 2-0 World Cup qualifying win over Lebanon in Sydney.

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Socceroos' chaotic win over Lebanon marred by injuries (The Guardian)

Australia beat the Cedars 2-0 in the first of two World Cup qualifiers, with Keanu Baccus and Kye Rowles scoring their first international goals.

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Socceroos stunner but World Cup qualifier win comes at a cost (Daily Telegraph)

Hometown hero Keanu Baccus has sparked the Socceroos to a 2-0 triumph over Lebanon with a stunning first international goal on his return to Commbank ...

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Injuries sour Socceroos' 2-0 WCQ win over Lebanon (Education – Australian Associated Press)

Coach Graham Arnold said McGree and Bos were unlikely to play in Tuesday's qualifier against the Lebanese in Canberra after both failed to finish the first half ...

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Maiden goal caps stellar night for selfless Roo; exiled star shows ... (Fox Sports)

Maiden goal caps stellar night for selfless Roo; exiled star shows what we missed: Player Ratings.

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No answer to striker headache; injuries give huge opportunity for ... (Fox Sports)

No answer to striker headache; injuries give huge opportunity for next gen: Socceroos Talking Points.

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World game the winner as Lebanon fans celebrate despite defeat to ... (The Guardian)

The scoreboard may have said they lost 2-0, but the diaspora found plenty to celebrate in Sydney's multicultural hub.

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McGree, Bos injured as Socceroos scrap to stressful win over Lebanon (The Sydney Morning Herald)

It started so well for the Socceroos. Five minutes into Thursday night's World Cup qualifier, Keanu Baccus nicked the ball off Lebanon's Bassel Jradi, ...

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Socceroos to start Yengi, Taggart against Lebanon (FTBL Australia)

Kusini Yengi and Adam Taggart will lead the line for Australia in the Socceroos' World Cup qualifier against Lebanon in Sydney.

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Rowles invaluable as Socceroos march on in World Cup (The Northern Daily Leader)

Versatile defender Kye Rowles is proving vitally important for the Socceroos as Graham Arnold faces a leftback shortage.

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Kye Rowles invaluable as Socceroos defeat Lebanon 2-0 in World ... (ABC News)

Makeshift left-back Kye Rowles shapes as crucial to the Socceroos' hopes of securing a spot in the final round of World Cup qualification, as Graham Arnold ...

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Socceroos World Cup qualifying as it happened: Socceroos keep ... (Brisbane Times)

Australia face Lebanon twice in the next five days and head into their third World Cup qualifier with an unblemished record, conceding no goals and scoring ...

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"I'm back where I want to be" - Hrustic reflects on Socceroos return (Socceroos)

Subway Socceroos midfielder Ajdin Hrustic was introduced mid-way through the second half against Lebanon, for his first international minutes in almost ...

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Rowles is proving invaluable for the Socceroos (FTBL Australia)

Versatile defender Kye Rowles is proving vitally important for the Socceroos as Graham Arnold faces a leftback shortage.

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Socceroos: Hrustic's unexpected return sparks joy among familiar ... (ESPN Australia)

Ajdin Hrustić's reintroduction to the Socceroos undoubtedly wasn't of the sort he or Graham Arnold envisioned, but the 27-year-old's return contained many ...

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Socceroos 'surprised' by Lebanon game plan as Graham Arnold ... (Optus Sport)

The Socceroos grinded out a 2-0 win over Lebanon in 2026 World Cup qualifying on Thursday night in Western Sydney. First international goals for Keanu ...

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