- Football Australia makes quick hire after Graham Arnold’s exit
- Former defender takes charge ahead of crunch World Cup qualifiers
Football Australia has moved swiftly to appoint a new Socceroos coach just three days after the resignation of Graham Arnold. Former international defender Tony Popovic has been handed the reins on a two-year deal, with a priority to promptly reverse the team’s fortunes ahead of two imminent World Cup qualifiers.
Popovic described it as a “dream come true” and said he felt honour and pride at his appointment. “This is the ultimate challenge, and I’m excited by it,” he said.
Continue reading…Football Australia makes quick hire after Graham Arnold’s exitFormer defender takes charge ahead of crunch World Cup qualifiersFootball Australia has moved swiftly to appoint a new Socceroos coach just three days after the resignation of Graham Arnold. Former international defender Tony Popovic has been handed the reins on a two-year deal, with a priority to promptly reverse the team’s fortunes ahead of two imminent World Cup qualifiers.Popovic described it as a “dream come true” and said he felt honour and pride at his appointment. “This is the ultimate challenge, and I’m excited by it,” he said. Continue reading…