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Linking up with the English third tier outfit after being released by Scottish Premiership club Hibernian, Milligan will now wear the captain’s armband for club and country. Mark Milligan's international retirement means Graham Arnold has to appoint a new Socceroos captain, here's the leading candidates for the role. The midfielder played for a number of clubs in Australia before joining Hibernian in 2018 making 28 appearances for the Scottish Premiership side. Socceroos captain Mile Jedinak ... captained Australia on seven occasions in the past but is likely to retire from internationals after the upcoming 2019 Asian Cup in the UAE. Just $25/month. Mark Milligan has been announced as Southend United’s captain. Highlights of the Sky Bet League One match between Bristol Rovers and Southend, Off Script: Cahill and the art of heading, We would like your feedback, please fill in our survey. Milligan, who has captained the Socceroos 19 times, made his final appearance for the national team in the their 5-0 World Cup 2022 qualifying win over Nepal in Canberra in October. This is also known as Online Behavioural Advertising. No lock-in contract. Captained Australia in the absence of more senior players in June's friendly against South Korea. Australia captain Mark Milligan has announced his retirement from international soccer, the football federation (FFA) said on Monday. The 2019/20 season was a standout season for the striker playing in 25 games, for a total of 2208 minutes, which was up from his 819 minutes in nine games in 2018/19 season. The biggest Aussie sports and the best from overseas. The Western Sydney native last laced up for Aston Villa in the Championship, before being released in 2019. Like Ryan, has the benefit of being both a first-choice for the national team and hugely experienced. Unlikely to be given the nod ahead of Ryan or Leckie, especially with a rejuvenated Brad Smith pushing him for the starting position in Australia's defence. MADRID’S BIZARRE BACKLIP IN BALE’S $1.8M A WEEK MOVE, ‘A FINE, FINE FOOTBALLER’: REDS SIGN PL’S YOUNGEST-EVER PLAYER, EVERTON’S $215M TRIPLE PLAY, ARSENAL AGREE MONSTER FEE FOR STAR. Jason Demetriou was captain in my first game, then we had another game and I think I had three in total. The left-back is a reliable and experienced part of Arnold's squad. Socceroos captain Mark Milligan announces international retirement, Mark Milligan is calling time on his international career, Ole: Outsiders trying to create division at Man Utd, Bellew: I can't help Chisora against Usyk. Jedinak, 35, announced via Instagram that “it’s now time for a new chapter”, as well as thanking former teammates, players and family. Southend finished 19th out of 24 teams last season in League One, and Milligan will no doubt be looking to lead the club to an improved finish this season. "It has been a privilege to be involved with the Socceroos over the last 14-odd years," Milligan said in a statement on the FFA website. Socceroos head coach Graham Arnold said Milligan's national team record places him among the very best players to have worn the green and gold. 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"To be able to represent my country over that time is above and beyond anything I could have dreamed of.". To bring that out of him I felt I needed to make that decision.”. Share this on Facebook. Another player with leadership experience having captained the Socceroos in September's World Cup qualifying win over Kuwait. The frontrunner having taken up the armband in Milligan's absence for the past two World Cup qualifiers against Taiwan and Jordan. Fullback Aziz Behich will captain the side in his 36th international. "I am so proud of Mark and the career that he has had," Arnold said. Former Socceroos captain Mile Jedinak has officially announced his retirement, declaring it is "time for a new chapter" after nearly two decades as a player for clubs in Australia, Turkey and England. Former Socceroos goalkeeper Mark Schwarzer says it would be a natural progression for Mat Ryan to become the next Australia captain. Mark Milligan was previously at Scottish side Hibernian. Stream over 50 sports live & anytime on your TV or favourite device with KAYO SPORTS. Given Arnold is Sainsbury's father-in-law the pair have a close bond but that relationship could also potentially be a factor in the defender wanting to avoid a formal leadership role. THE CANDIDATES TO SUCCEED MARK MILLIGAN AS SOCCEROOS CAPTAIN. Shrimpers boss Kevin Bond highlighted the Socceroo’s vast experience as one of the driving reasons behind handing him the armband for the season. What's next for the James Harden era in Houston? Get your 14 day free trial >, Find out more about our policy and your choices, including how to opt-out. Another member of the squad to have captained the national team, Sainsbury was among the contenders for the position before Arnold chose Milligan to lead them at January's Asian Cup in the UAE. Australia captain Mark Milligan has announced his retirement from international soccer, the football federation (FFA) said on Monday. “At the back end of last season we had a couple of captains. December 16, 2019 9:29am. FREE TO PLAY: Do not miss your chance to land the £250,000 jackpot for the fifth time this year. Has a close relationship with Graham Arnold and is an experienced and crucial member of the Socceroos set-up. “I like to lead by example and I’ll do the absolute best I can. “Sam Mantom is a blinding individual and I love him to bits, but my decision to make Milly captain is not a reflection on Sam or anyone else in any shape or form. A NOTE ABOUT RELEVANT ADVERTISING: We collect information about the content (including ads) you use across this site and use it to make both advertising and content more relevant to you on our network and other sites. The 34-year-old, who was named in the Socceroos' last four World Cup squads, made his debut against Liechtenstein in June 2006 and went on to make 80 appearances for his country. Get your 14 day free trial >. Just $25/month. A strong contender. “I’ve been fortunate enough to be a captain in a number of teams that I’ve been at and hopefully my experiences over my footballing journey can help here.”, ©️Kevin Bond has confirmed Mark Milligan as his captain for the 2019/20 season!#Blues. The Hyundai A-League Golden Boot winner has seen the biggest change in his FIFA rating of any Socceroo, going from 69 to 73. UFC expert picks: How will the layoff impact Brian Ortega against Chan Sung Jung? Find out more about our policy and your choices, including how to opt-out. “It’s what he offers us and brings to the group. Not a huge fan of the media spotlight, however, and would probably baulk at the extra commitments that come with being captain. The midfield maestro is arguably Australia's most talented player and has star quality and experience. He signed for Southend in July and has played 20 times for the League One club this season. Mega Bama-Georgia preview: A nearly perfect offense vs. a nearly perfect defense, and much more, 'Business as usual': No panic at Alabama after Nick Saban's positive coronavirus test, An ALCS comeback from down 3-0? "Mark's commitment and desire for Australian football is up there with the best and I feel privileged to have been involved with him at the start and end of his international career.".
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