Match preview: Caltex Socceroos v Nepal
The Caltex Socceroos’ journey to Qatar comes to Canberra on Thursday night (AEDT) as Graham Arnold’s men go up against Nepal.
After a great result in Kuwait last month, the Caltex Socceroos are now on home soil at GIO Stadium for the first time on the road to the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
It’s a new frontier for the green and gold, having never come up against Nepal – ranked 161st in the world – in a senior international before.
With a big home crowd behind them, the Caltex Socceroos will be hungry to maintain their perfect start to the current phase of AFC qualifying.
What they said
Caltex Socceroos Head Coach Graham Arnold:
“Our group did very well in their first qualifier away from home, so I am pleased to be able maintain significant consistency within the squad as we seek to build upon our strong start to qualifying for Qatar.
“Many of the players in our squad for this window have impressed with their clubs since our win in Kuwait, so we are confident that they will arrive ready to put on great performances both home and away.”
Form
Australia's last five matches: WLLWW
Nepal’s last five matches: WLDLD
World ranking
Australia: 44
Nepal: 161
How to watch
The Caltex Socceroos play their first game on home soil in the current phase of qualifying on the road to Qatar. And you can watch the clash with Nepal on FOX Sports, ABC and Kayo Sports.
Kick off takes place at 8:00pm AEDT.
You can also keep up to date with all the goals and action in our LIVE MATCH CENTRE on www.socceroos.com.au.
Also follow the Caltex Socceroos on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for inside access and behind-the-scenes coverage of our clash with Nepal.
Date: Thursday, 10 October 2019
Venue: GIO Stadium, Canberra
Kick-off: 8:00pm (AEDT)
Broadcast: Live in Australia on FOX SPORTS, ABC TV, Kayo Sports.
Watch Australia v Nepal from 8pm AEDT on Thursday 10 October live on FOX SPORTS, Kayo Sports, and via the My Football Live App, Live, Fast and Data Free for Telstra mobile customers.
