Tim Cahill stays focused as Australia prepare for World Cup playoff tie

Australia's Mitchell Langerak reveals that the side has analyzed the best strategy to win against Syria in their 2018 World Cup play-off decider.

Australia's Aziz Behich believes the side will thrive under the pressure of the country's World Cup hopes being on the line against Syria.

Australia's Josh Risdon believes he's fit enough to take on Syria despite not playing a competitive match of A-League football since last season.

Veteran Australia international Tim Cahill is expecting a "tough game" against Syria in the first leg of their Asian World Cup qualifying tie, but is eager to get the job done and secure a place in the intercontinental playoff.

The 37-year-old is focused on the task at hand -- ensuring Australia don't miss the showpiece tournament for the first time since coming up short for a place in the 2002 finals.

The Socceroos qualified for the first time in 2006, coming through a playoff against Uruguay,...