18 September 2026

Captain Mat Ryan axed from Socceroos squad for Brazil games

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Veteran goalkeeper and captain Mat Ryan was axed Friday as Australia coach Tony Popovic omitted 10 members of his World Cup squad for two friendlies against Brazil. Levante goalkeeper Ryan, who has ...

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