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Luke Doherty
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Reporter at Fox Sports News/Sky News Australia & coffee enthusiast. Views are mine and not those of my employer.
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The hardest simple decision the Matildas had to make, the overlooked part of Kerr’s return and finally some honesty about the impact of the delayed coach search ahead of the Asian Cup. My takes ⬇️ from the Korea Republic series.

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Matildas 2025: Talking Points analysis from Australia vs South Korea games, Mary Fowler best position, Sam Kerr return, Asian Cup 2026 preview
Matildas finally fix strange Fowler issue; clear sign Kerr doubters were wrong — Talking Points
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April 8, 2025 at 8:50 PM
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Can the Socceroos improve against the best team in Asia?
That was the question posed by coach Tony Popovic to his players.
The answer could decide whether they secure an automatic World Cup spot. More from me ⬇️

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Every scenario for Socceroos to book automatic World Cup berth as Japan twist looms: Talking Pts
Every scenario for Socceroos to book automatic World Cup berth as Japan twist looms: Talking Pts
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March 26, 2025 at 10:22 PM
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Why one Socceroo believes they hold a psychological advantage over China tonight and another’s stunning response to a question about pressure. The latest ahead of tonight’s must win World Cup qualifier. ⬇️ #socceroos #FIFAWorldCup

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Hero’s recall amid injury carnage, with Socceroos already in China’s head — Talking Pts
Hero’s recall amid injury carnage, with Socceroos already in China’s head — Talking Pts
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March 24, 2025 at 10:12 PM
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The “kick up the backside” that sparked a Socceroos revival and what happened the moment the man dubbed the ‘Aussie Rodri’ received his maiden squad call-up. Latest ⬇️ #socceroos #fifa #FIFAWorldCup #FIFAWCQ

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Socceroos 2025: Martin Boyle takes Scottish Premier League form into Australia World Cup qualifying squad, Socceroos vs China preview, latest news
The ‘kick up the backside’ behind Socceroo’s revival as European form sparks key WC qualies acts
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March 23, 2025 at 7:34 PM
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SOCCEROOS INJURY LATEST: ⬇️

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Socceroos handed double blow ahead of crucial World Cup qualifier
Socceroos handed double blow ahead of crucial World Cup qualifier
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March 22, 2025 at 8:18 PM
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Why Popovic wasn’t completely satisfied with last nights win for the Socceroos and where are we exactly with Project Poppa on the road to the 2026 World Cup? Some takes from me ⬇️

#socceroos #AUSvIDN #FIFAWorldCup #FIFAWCQ

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Wake-up call sparks forgotten prodigy return; Poppa masterstroke as exiled star fires — Talking Pts
Wake-up call sparks forgotten prodigy return; Poppa masterstroke as exiled star fires — Talking Pts
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March 20, 2025 at 11:15 PM
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The areas of the field where Tony Popovic’s toughest selection calls will be made tonight when the Socceroos take on Indonesia in Sydney. ⬇️

#socceroos #FIFAWorldCup #FIFAWorldCup #FIFAWC2026Q

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Socceroos’ biggest game in years: World Cup scenarios, selection dramas explained — Talking Pts
Socceroos’ biggest game in years: World Cup scenarios, selection dramas explained — Talking Pts
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March 19, 2025 at 8:35 PM
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Socceroos legend’s travel twist as star son eyes 1023-day return for crunch World Cup qualifiers ⬇️
#socceroos

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Socceroos legend’s travel twist as star son eyes 1023-day return for crunch World Cup qualifiers
Socceroos legend’s travel twist as star son eyes 1023-day return for crunch World Cup qualifiers
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March 18, 2025 at 4:57 AM
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Could Adam Taggart start for the Socceroos on Thursday night against Indonesia in Sydney? The last time worked out ok. Had a chat with the Perth Glory front man today ahead of this weeks crucial World Cup qualifier ⬇️
#socceroos

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Inside Socceroos’ big selection questions, surprise snubs for must-win World Cup qualifiers
Inside Socceroos’ big selection questions, surprise snubs for must-win World Cup qualifiers
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March 17, 2025 at 5:03 AM
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An in depth look at the Socceroos squad for World Cup Qualifiers against Indonesia & China over the next week and a half. Who got picked, why, who missed out and where things stand.
#socceroos #FIFAWorldCup

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Why Socceroos coach made shock call on talented star... and left out veteran: Talking Pts
Why Socceroos coach made shock call on talented star... and left out veteran: Talking Pts
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March 14, 2025 at 9:41 PM
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Latest Socceroos squad explained ⬇️
- mainstay dropped
- 10 changes from November
- Young stars, returning faces and left field solutions

#socceroos

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World Cup hero gone, two shock returns and six rookies as Popovic names Socceroos squad
World Cup hero gone, two shock returns and six rookies as Popovic names Socceroos squad
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March 14, 2025 at 12:55 AM
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Really interested to see what happens tonight on and off the field for Sydney FC. 2-nil up in an ACL2 quarter-final. Deserve a big crowd. Rhyan Grant is hoping that's the case.
#sydneyfc #aleagues #ACLTwo

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Syd FC captain focused on ACL2 win | Fox Sports Videos
Football: Ryan Grand joined Fox Sports to discuss Sydney FC's match up with Korean side Jeonbuk in the second leg of their Asian Champions League clash.
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March 12, 2025 at 11:42 PM
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Caught up with Young Socceroos goalkeeper Steven Hall at Sydney Airport today. Seems a good lad with a bright future. Said he wasn’t sure that save was for the 5th and deciding one in the u20 Asian Cup final until he saw everyone screaming toward him 😂

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Young Socceroos back home after triumph | Fox Sports Videos
Football: The young Socceroos received a warm reception returning home after winning the Asian Cup in a dramatic penalty shootout.
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March 3, 2025 at 6:31 AM
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A timeline firms for the next Matildas coach, the good and the bad from a 2-1 loss to Colombia and takeaways from the SheBelieves Cup as a whole. Takes ⬇️
#AUSvCOL #Matildas #SheBelievesCup

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‘Pretty frustrated’: Matildas dealt ‘massive wake-up call’ after horror tournament - Talking Points
‘Pretty frustrated’: Matildas dealt ‘massive wake-up call’ after horror tournament - Talking Pts
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February 27, 2025 at 5:07 AM
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We could have five major football tournaments hosted in Australia in 10 years. The latest one Football Australia is chasing ⬇️ #socceroos #matildas #football

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Football Australia flags interest in hosting another major tournament
Australia flags interest in hosting another major football tournament
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February 25, 2025 at 8:26 AM
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The repeated themes costing the Matildas on the road to the Asian Cup, why a brave loss to the world no. 1 is misleading in this case & the need to not treat Tom Sermanni’s time as coach through an interim lens. My take ⬇️ #matildas

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Horror trend Matildas must halt; why USA loss was worse than it first seems — Talking Points
Horror trend Matildas must halt; why USA loss was worse than it first seems — Talking Points
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February 24, 2025 at 5:26 AM
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“Un-Australian” defending, one shot the whole game and what went wrong in a 4-0 defeat to Japan at the SheBelieves Cup. My take ⬇️ #matildas #JPNvAUS #SheBelievesCup

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‘Un-Australian’ truth that hits hard; Fowler puzzle Matildas still can’t solve: Talking Pts
‘Un-Australian’ truth that hits hard; Fowler puzzle Matildas still can’t solve: Talking Pts
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February 21, 2025 at 4:29 AM
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If Thomas Waddingham can continue to get minutes for Portsmouth and the occasional goal over the next 6 weeks is he the front runner to play up top for the Socceroos in March given current injury concerns and form? My take ⬇️

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19yo Aussie striker ‘could’ve had a couple’ in dream English debut. Why Socceroos could be next
19yo Aussie ‘could’ve scored a couple’ in dream English debut. Why Socceroos could be next
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January 26, 2025 at 1:36 AM
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Socceroos coach Tony Popovic delivering some brutal honesty to those who’ve been dubbed the ‘next big thing’ and why Australian football needs to expect more.

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‘His level was really poor’: Socceroos boss’ massive reality check for flashy young stars
‘His level was really poor’: Socceroos boss’ massive reality check for flashy young stars
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January 24, 2025 at 2:00 AM
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Mat Ryan isn’t the only Socceroo to have played for Lens. Robbie Slater is a bit of an icon at the French club and he had a bit of show and tell from his time there as well ⬇️

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January 22, 2025 at 1:22 AM
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Mat Ryan’s move to Lens still imminent after being told he needed to “fight” for his spot as Australia’s first choice goalkeeper. Latest ⬇️ #socceroos #matryan #football

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Skipper set for move to French top-flight side in ‘fight’ for Socceroos spot: State of Play
Skipper set for move in ‘fight’ for Socceroos spot after tough call: State of Play
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January 21, 2025 at 12:13 AM
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Had a chat with Steve Smith the other day. His future, the 10k run club & what being an Olympian would mean to him in 2028 all on the agenda.

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Smith: "I never doubted my ability" | Fox Sports Videos
Cricket: Steve Smith joined Luke Doherty on FSN to discuss the future of his career coming off an incredible century for the Sydney Sixers.
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January 14, 2025 at 8:31 AM
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Didn’t have doing a live cross from inside a red London bus on my bingo card for 2025, but waking up not knowing what the day holds is the best part of the job.

#ashes #ausveng

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"The question that decides the Ashes" | Fox Sports Videos
Cricket: There are growing concerns about the fitness of keeper and cricket legend Alyssa Healy as she races the clock from a knee injury for the women's Ashes.
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January 10, 2025 at 12:48 AM
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SCG test just dodging a harbour city downpour by a few days 😂 #ausvind
January 8, 2025 at 12:17 AM
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Definitely not on the Sam Konstas knocker train, but have been fascinated by the huge contrast with which he has gone about state cricket compared to test level. Spoke to a few people at the SCG this week about it ⬇️

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The contrasting sides of Sam Konstas | Fox Sports Videos
Cricket: Fox Sports' Luke Doherty spoke to mentors and fans about the much talked about style of Sam Konstas, and how it changed when he took on Test Cricket.
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January 6, 2025 at 10:18 PM