The Socceroos have confirmed Graham Arnold will remain at the helm following the side’s successes at the World Cup in Qatar.
Arnold has inked a four-year deal that will see him stay on as head coach until the end of the next World Cup in 2026.
The 59-year-old said he was looking forward to building upon the success in Qatar and creating more history for Australian football.
“I love Australia and I love Australian football, and nothing in football can ever match the elation, pride and sense of achievement, I and the entire set-up felt in Qatar,” Arnold said.
“The hunger to continue in the role has never been stronger and I know I have more to give to the Socceroos’ program and Australian football, where I want to deliver more smiles for our fans as we did in Qatar.
“I approach the next four years with a clean sheet, which is underpinned by a burning ambition to provide more opportunities to our leading emerging and established talent, whilst challenging for major titles starting with the AFC Asian Cup in Qatar next year,” said Arnold.
Football Australia CEO James Johnson said the appointment reflects the governing body’s renewed focus on developing the best coaches and footballers to deliver the country sustained success at every level on the international stage.
“Under Graham’s guidance, the Socceroos created Australian football history with their performance at the FIFA World Cup in Qatar, uniting the nation like never before,” said Johnson.
“Graham has contributed to some of Australian football’s most iconic moments but his exploits as the Socceroos Head Coach have propelled him into a league of his own.
“Under Graham’s tenure, the Socceroos were able to deliver world class performances and nurture the next generation of players.
“He cares deeply about Australian football, and we are thrilled that he has committed to Football Australia to help us continue to bring our vision for the game to life.”
