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Socceroos

British

/ ˌsɒkəˈruːz /

plural noun

the Australian men's national soccer team

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Etymology

Origin of Socceroos

from _soccer + ( _kangar ) _oo

Example Sentences

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Chris has previously been to a football match featuring both teams with his wife once before - when the Socceroos beat England 3-1 at Upton Park in 2003.

From BBC • Aug. 15, 2023

The Arsenal centre-back was at fault for Australia's opener, as her attempted header back to goalkeeper Mary Earps from a long ball was intercepted by Sam Kerr, the Socceroos striker chipping the visitors in front.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2023

Socceroos winger Awer Mabil has been named 2023 Young Australian Of The Year for his charitable work in the East African refugee camps where he was born.

From Reuters • Jan. 26, 2023

Drawn in Group D with defending champion France and Euro 2020 semifinalists Denmark, the Socceroos had a tough task just to reach the round of 16.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 4, 2022

After unexpectedly surviving the World Cup group stage, the Socceroos will once again rely on team work, determination and self-belief when they go up against star-studded Argentina in the round of 16.

From Washington Times • Dec. 1, 2022

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