Popovic won't be pushed into selling the Socceroos shirt to dual-eligible players

Tony Popovic explains why he won't promise playing time to dual-eligible players to retain them following Adrian Segečić's switch to Croatia.

Popovic Unfazed by Player Defections as Socceroos Eye World Cup

Tony Popovic shrugs off Adrian Segečić's switch to Croatia, insisting Australia offers young talent a pathway to the World Cup stage.

'Shouldn't that be enough?' Popovic bemused by Segečić's Croatia call

Socceroos coach Tony Popovic maintains young players have an opportunity to represent Australia at the highest level despite losing a younger player to a European rival.

Eight players that could help the Socceroos shed the underdog tag

Tony Popovic wants his players to show "toughness" as all Socceroos sides have done in the past, but he wants them to shed the underdog tag. These players could help Australia do that at the 2026 World Cup.

Beyond the Underdogs: Socceroos Squad Takes Shape With Fresh Talent

Tony Popovic's emerging players and A-League stars are pushing for World Cup selection as injuries create opportunities in his 26-man squad.

Talented attacker turns back on Socceroos for Croatia

One of Australia's brightest young talents appears to have been lost without even playing a game for the Socceroos, with Portsmouth dynamo Adrian Segečić switching associations to Croatia.

Segečić's World Cup dream dies quietly as Socceroos lose another talent to Europe

Portsmouth's Adrian Segečić has switched international allegiance to Croatia without playing for Australia's senior team, a blow to Socceroos ahead of the World Cup.

Popovic Relishes Underdog Tag as Americans Court Controversy

Tony Popovic embraces underdog tag as American media hype up World Cup clash with Australia, but the Socceroos coach sends clear message about his team's chances.

Playing the long game: What Volpato's World Cup reversal means for Australia's attacking depth

Cristian Volpato signals interest in playing for Australia four years after rejecting the Socceroos. Popovic visits as the injury crisis deepens.

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