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Socceroos thrash Nepal, however there is room for improvement

Jamie Maclaren of Australia scores his third goal during the FIFA World Cup Asian Qualifiers match between the Australian Socceroos and Nepal

Kiran Chemjong (captain) trying to save the goal during the FIFA World Cup Asian Qualifiers match between the Australian Socceroos and Nepal. Source: AAP

The Socceroos triumphed 5-0 over Nepal for the World Cup qualifiers, however Head coach, Graham Arnold sees room for improvement, in order to overcome stronger opponents.


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The Socceroos triumphed 5-0 over Nepal for the World Cup qualifiers, however Head coach, Graham Arnold sees room for improvement, in order to overcome stronger opponents.


In last night’s game, played at Canberra, Jamie Maclaren notched a hat-trick, while Harry Souttar marked his international debut with a goal.

Born in Scotland, Souttar chose earlier this year to play for the national team of his mother’s homeland.

The fifth Aussie goal was an own goal.

Greek Australian striker Apostolos Giannou entered the game as a substitute on the 62nd minute.

Australia faces next Chinese Taipei, next Tuesday.


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