Harry Souttar

Harry Souttar was back in Leicester's match-day squad in the English Championship after a 15-month injury nightmare in a World Cup boost for the Socceroos.

Potential Socceroos starting striker Mohamed Toure has successfully returned from injury, while defender Harry Souttar isn't far away.

Cristian Volpato is warming to the prospect of playing for Australia, after recently meeting with Socceroos head coach Tony Popovic.

Socceroos midfielder Jackson Irvine is facing an extended stint on the sidelines heading into this year's World Cup.

Sidelined Socceroo Harry Souttar has had a minor setback while two other defenders are on the move in Europe.

A callow Australia side confirmed in defeat by Venezuela that the head coach needs his big hitters back before facing Colombia in New York

Socceroos midfielder Max Balard and uncapped defender Jack Iredale are determined to seize their tickets to a maiden World Cup.

The Socceroos' injury toll continues to mount ahead of friendlies against Venezuela and Colombia with defender Alessandro Circati suffering a sprained ankle.

Socceroos star Jackson Irvine has been on the sidelines for almost six months with a foot injury and now has suffered a fresh setback.

Tony Popovic’s team scouring North America hotels and pitches after Australia qualified in June, with 35 tournament spots still up for grabs