In an era where the turnover of national team coaches is alarmingly high, the stability shown by Japan’s Hajime Moriyasu is remarkable. With the footballing world constantly shifting, only a few coaches manage to endure the global pressures across multiple FIFA World Cup cycles. As of late 2023, of the 32 coaches who led their
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The Australian national football team, known as the Socceroos, is currently facing an uphill battle in their quest to qualify for the 2026 World Cup. With the recent injury setback to Massimo Luongo, the team is feeling the pressure as they prepare for two critical AFC World Cup qualifiers against China and Japan. Luongo’s withdrawal
In a significant move for Australian football, Tony Popovic has officially signed a two-year contract to lead the Socceroos as their new head coach, effective immediately. This announcement, made just days after Graham Arnold’s resignation, marks a critical juncture for the national team as they navigate the complexities of the AFC World Cup qualification. At
Qatar, the reigning champions of the AFC Asian Cup, sailed through the second round of the qualifiers with five wins and a draw, finishing on top of Group A. Star striker Almoez Ali was instrumental in their success, scoring seven goals. With their recent success, they are expected to be a strong contender in the