Popovic: Socceroos ready to defy World Cup odds

Coach Tony Popovic is determined to disprove predictions that Australia will struggle in the World Cup's most challenging group, which includes Turkey, US and Paraguay. The Socceroos' boss has called up the first players to a training camp in Florida, with the squad deadline set for June 1st. Popovic departs for pre-tournament preparations on Wednesday, with players joining as they complete their club seasons. In a surprise move, the coach has offered a lifeline to Qatar 2022 hero Mat Leckie, suggesting the veteran could still feature in the upcoming tournament. ipl-today.in