A. Postekoglou: "Sometimes the opposition doesn't pay respect to us. That works in our favour."

Socceroos coach Ange Postecoglu has emphasised respect for the opposition ahead of tonight's key World Cup qualifier against Iraq in Perth. Despite Iraq giving Australia trouble in previous matches between the teams, Australia are warm favourites to start the final round of World Cup qualifying with a victory on home turf. But Postecoglu says a key to the Socceroos' success is not getting too far ahead of themselves. More on this story by Odysseas Kripotos and Themi Kallos.