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ASIAN Cup success was fantastic for Australian football, but the Socceroos must continue to evolve, so it's great to see some fresh faces in the national squad for the upcoming friendlies against Germany and Macedonia.
The plan that worked so well for Ange Postecoglou at the Asian Cup — increasing our pool of players to ensure we've got depth — isn't about to change just because the Socceroos have become the kinds of the continent.
Our long-term plan is not just qualification for the 2018 World Cup in Russia but a bold showing at the tournament.
Tarek Elrich, right, battles Michael McGlinchey for possession. Source: Getty Images
That's why the likes of Luke DeVere, Tarek Elrich, Aaron Mooy and Chris Ikonomidis — all of who were not part of Australia's Asian Cup win — have been picked in this squad.
Brisbane Roar defender DeVere made a couple of Socceroos squads four years ago but has been in the wilderness since then.
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However, he's just 25 and still has virtually his whole career in front of him.
His talent is undoubted, as has been seen in his few games for the Roar since returning to Brisbane.
Postecoglou knows very well what DeVere can do, having coached him at the Roar.
This is a great chance for DeVere to establish himself in the national set-up. I'm sure he won't waste it.
Aaron Mooy's hot A-League form warranted selection in the Socceroos squad. Source: Getty Images
For Elrich, his selection is a reward for persistence and consistency in the A-League over a number of years.
He can play on the right or left sides of the defence, and I'm intrigued to see how he'll go in the Socceroos environment.
Mooy was unlucky to miss Asian Cup selection, but he's a better for player for his omission.
He went back to the A-League, worked hard on his game and has been Melbourne City's best player in almost every game.
He possesses fantastic ability physically, has skill and has a great ability at set pieces that could prove invaluable to the national team.
Chris Ikonomidis has been plying his trade in Italy. Source: Supplied
Ikonomidis is someone I've had continued communication for the past couple of years while he has been plying his trade in Italy.
This is a wonderful and deserved chance for him. He's still just 19 and could have been picked in Australia's Olyroos squad for this month's first stage of the Rio qualifiers.
But if you're good enough, you're old enough for the Socceroos.
Postecoglou has always been very brave and bold in his selection policy, and this is another example of that.
Under Postecoglou, there are continually going to be opportunities and change.
If players.do the right thing, play consistently and play well, they will get their chance.
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