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Kuwait set to surprise
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Kuwait set to surprise

Unpredictability could be Kuwait's greatest threat in Thursday's Asian Cup qualifier against Australia in Canberra, with Socceroos coach Pim Verbeek admitting that the appointment of new coach Goran Tufedgic makes it a tough opponent to judge.

Moore: We're ready to go
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Moore: We're ready to go

Socceroos skipper Craig Moore is confident his team has attitude and the aptitude to get all three points in Thursday's match against Kuwait in Canberra and spark up Australia's 2011 Asian Cup qualification campaign.

Simon right for Kuwait
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Simon right for Kuwait

Socceroos coach Pim Verbeek has dismissed any concerns over the fitness of striker Matt Simon ahead of Thursday's 2011 Asian Cup qualifier against Kuwait, but the Dutchman won't make up his mind on his final eleven until after the final training session on Wednesday.

Kuwait gunning for three points
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Kuwait gunning for three points

Kuwait coach Goran Tufedgic may believe a draw will be a good result against the Socceroos in Canberra on Thursday, but will encourage his team to go for all three points given his team's position in the qualifying group.

We will rise to the challenge says Zullo
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We will rise to the challenge says Zullo

Queensland Roar’s exciting winger Michael Zullo believes this squad of players will rise to the challenge against Kuwait on Thursday night and prove the standard of the Hyundai A-League is strong.

Thompson keen to keep improving at international level
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Thompson keen to keep improving at international level

Newcastle Jets utility Matt Thompson is keen for an improved performance all round, if he earns another call up to the national team for the Asian Cup qualifying match against Kuwait on Thursday night.