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1-Mark Schwarzer (Middlesbrough, England) Date of birth: 6.10.72. Caps: 36 Goals: 0
made his national team debut 13 years ago, but became a permanent goalkeeper only a few years ago. In the play-off match for qualification to the World Cup, he saved two penalties from the Uruguayan national team and helped Australia reach the final stage of the World Cup after a 32-year hiatus.
18-Zeljko Kalac (AC Milan, Italy) Date of birth: 16.12.72. Caps: 51 Goals: 0
A two-meter-tall goalkeeper known as "Spider." He has played for clubs in England, the Netherlands, and Italy.
12-Ante Covic (Hammarby, Sweden) Date of birth: 30.8.75. Caps: 1 Goals: 1
The third goalkeeper of the national team, who played only one match in February against Bahrain. He has played in Greece and Germany.
Gynėjai
16-Michael Beauchamp (Central Coast) Date of birth: 08.03.81. Caps: 1 Goals: 0
Mostly plays as a center-back but can also play as a right-back. He made his national team debut in April.
22-Mark Milligan (Sydney FC) Date of birth: 04.08.85. Caps: 0 Goals: 0
The youngest at 20 years old in the national team, he participated in the 2003 and 2005 FIFA U-20 World Cups.
3-Craig Moore (Newcastle United, England) Date of birth: 12.12.75. Caps: 31 Goals: 2
The captain of the national team, a strong and hardworking defender. He has played for clubs in Scotland and Germany.
2-Lucas Neill (Blackburn Rovers, England) Date of birth: 9.3.78. Caps: 23 Goals: 0
A tough defender who can play in all defensive positions, but looks best on the right flank. He was recognized as the best player in the decisive match against Uruguay.
6-Tony Popovic (Crystal Palace, England) Date of birth: 4.7.73. Caps: 55 Goals: 7
An experienced center-back, mostly partnering with Craig Moore in defense. Dangerous in set-pieces.
Saugai
23-Marco Bresciano (Parma, Italy) Date of birth: 11.2.80. Caps: 23 Goals: 7
Scored a goal in the play-off match against Uruguay. Made his debut in the national team in 2001 in a victorious match against France in the Confederations Cup.
4-Tim Cahill (Everton, England) Date of birth: 6.12.79. Caps: 14 Goals: 8
Made his national team debut in 2004. He played for the U-20 national team of Western Samoa. Now he gives his all to the Australian national team, scoring six times in the first four matches.
14-Scott Chipperfield (FC Basel, Switzerland) Date of birth: 30.12.75. Caps: 45 Goals: 11
A left-back, who can also play in defense. Before moving to Switzerland, he won the Australian championship twice.
5-Jason Culina (PSV Eindhoven, Netherlands) Date of birth: 5.8.80. Caps: 12 Goals: 1
An attacking midfielder who debuted in the Australian top league at the age of 16. His father, Branko Culina, is one of Australia's best coaches.
7-Brett Emerton (Blackburn Rovers, England) Date of birth: 22.2.79. Caps: 46 Goals: 12
A strong winger, was the captain of the Australian team at the Sydney Olympics. Before moving to Blackburn Rovers, he played for Feyenoord in the Netherlands.
13-Vince Grella (Parma, Italy) Date of birth: 5.10.79. Caps: 20 Goals: 0
A hard-working midfielder, who made his debut in the national team in 2003 against England.
11-Stan Lazaridis (Birmingham City, England) Date of birth: 16.8.72. Caps: 58 Goals: 0
A left winger, beloved by fans for his breakthroughs and outstanding passes. Missed the play-off matches against Uruguay.
8-Josip Skoko (Stoke City, England) Date of birth: 10.12.75. Caps: 45 Goals: 9
A national team player since 1997, he has played for clubs in Croatia, Belgium, and Turkey.
21-Mile Sterjovski (FC Basel, Switzerland) Date of birth: 27.5.79. Caps: 20 Goals: 3
Left Australia as one of the most promising young footballers. Currently playing for Swiss champions Basel.
20-Luke Wilkshire (Bristol City, England) Date of birth: 2.10.81. Caps: 8 Goals: 0
Debuted in the national team last year after an impressive performance at the Athens Olympics.
Puolėjai
19-Josh Kennedy (Dynamo Dresden, Germany) Date of birth: 20.08.82. Caps: 0 Goals: 0
A 194 cm tall forward, Josh Kennedy was the biggest surprise in the national team. He has been playing in Germany since adolescence.
15-John Aloisi (Alaves, Spain) Date of birth: 5.2.79. Caps: 39 Goals: 22
Scored the decisive penalty against Uruguay. Often forced to give way in the starting lineup to Mark Viduka and Harry Kewell. Has played in clubs in England, Spain, and Italy.
10-Harry Kewell (Liverpool, England) Date of birth: 22.9.78. Caps: 19 Goals: 6
The most dangerous and well-known Australian player. Last year, he won the UEFA Champions League with Liverpool.
17-Archie Thompson (PSV Eindhoven, Netherlands) Date of birth: 23.10.78. Caps: 18 Goals: 21
Archie Thompson is the world record holder for goals scored in international matches. In a 2001 World Cup Qualifying match against American Samoa, which Australia won 31-0, he scored 13 goals. Has played in clubs in Belgium and the Netherlands.
9-Mark Viduka (Middlesbrough, England) Date of birth: 9.10.75. Caps: 32 Goals: 6
A tall, powerful striker capable of creating goals out of "nothing." One of Australia's most dangerous national team forwards. Mark Viduka has already talked about retiring from the team after the World Cup.
