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How the Socceroos players performed in the victory against the Thais

The stand-in skipper believes it's only a matter of time until the Socceroos book a spot in Russia despite a complicated scenario

The Socceroos boss is confident his team can score enough goals against the War Elephants to help their Russia qualification scenario

The war-torn nation are in pole position to continue a fairytale story that could see them play a two-legged tie against the green-and-gold

Ange Postecoglou's men have had automatic qualification taken out of their hands and must rely on a favour from the Blue Samurai

The Socceroos boss' contentious tactics are spot on and aren't going to be remodelled, according to the Melbourne Victory attacker

The Socceroos starting XI raised eyebrows pre-match, with a Blue Samurai defender admitted to feeling 'helped' by the selection

The World Cup-bound Blue Samurai have hinted at resting players against the Saudis, further muddying the Socceroos' qualifying path

The Socceroos boss has fired a warning shot at the Blue Samurai, saying his players are ready to impose themselves on the game

The Australian coach's new formation has been widely criticised but there were positive signs during their last match at the Confederations Cup

The surprise victory by the Emratis means Ange Postecoglou's men can qualify for Russia with a win over the Blue Samurai on Thursday