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Popovic was offered a new four-year Socceroos contract. This is why he said no

· By Vince Rugari
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Socceroos coach Tony Popovic has revealed he turned down a new four-year deal to stay on until the 2030 World Cup in favour of a short-term contract extension, declaring he would be happy to walk away from the job as soon as it expires, knowing the legacy he will leave behind.

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