Holger Osieck sacked after Friday night Bleus
SEBASTIAN HASSETT 6:00pm The most embarrassing pair of results in Socceroos' history has ended the reign of coach Holger Osieck, who was dramatically sacked this morning.
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SEBASTIAN HASSETT 2:41pm The decision to sack Holger Osieck this morning was made to ensure a "rejuvenation" of the national team before next year's World Cup, according to Frank Lowy.
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SEBASTIAN HASSETT 2:41pm The decision to sack Holger Osieck as Socceroos coach this morning [AET] was made to ensure a "rejuvenation" of the national team before next year's World Cup, according to FFA chairman Frank Lowy.
Socceroos coach Holger Osieck sacked after Friday night Bleus
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SEBASTIAN HASSETT 6:00pm The most embarrassing pair of results in Socceroos' history has ended the reign of coach Holger Osieck, who was dramatically sacked this morning.
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