Football: Graham Arnold spoke to the media, stating that the Socceroos are aiming to top their World Cup qualification group.
Arnold speaks on World Cup qualification | 00:59 Socceroos goalkeeper and captain Mat Ryan has no intention of playing second fiddle at his new club Roma after arriving in Italy ahead of his move to the Serie A outfit.The former Brighton and Arsenal gloveman has reportedly agreed to a one-year deal with Roma, with an option of two more seasons.
Following the departure of veteran Portuguese gloveman Rui Patricio from Roma, Ryan will challenge Belgium-born, Serbian international Mile Svilar for the first-choice custodian’s spot at the club.Socceroos coach Graham Arnold said Ryan had gone to Roma to be the club’s “number one” keeper.“They’ve got a young keeper at this moment in time, and they wanted a top experienced goalkeeper, so Maty’s going there.Arnold said Roma’s busy schedule should ensure Ryan remained sharp.
“A club like Roma, they’re going to play 60-odd games this with , and obviously the Serie A and Cup competitions,” he said. “Then in this , we have got 10 international games, so that’s 70 games.Shocking racism scandal ignites as Argentina superstars slammed for disgusting chant In a social media farewell to AZ Alkmaar, Ryan said: “Thank you AZ Alkmaar for enabling me to live my dream and represent this great club and city.“Thank you fans for the support and making those moments as special as they are through your support for the team.Ryan missed the Socceroos’ World Cup qualifiers last month against Bangladesh and Palestine because of a minor knee problem.
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