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Tributes flow as former Socceroos coach Frank Arok dies, aged 88
Tributes have been paid to former Socceroos coach Frank Arok, who has died in Serbia due to illness, aged 88.
Key points:
- Frank Arok coached the Socceroos 89 times, 48 of which were ‘A’ internationals
- Arok coached the second-highest number of national league matches for clubs including South Melbourne and St George
- Arok’s former players, including Mark Schwarzer, paid tribute on social media
The legendary coach famously lead the Socceroos to the quarter finals of the 1988 Seoul Olympics — the country’s first major tournament since the 1974 World Cup.
“Football Australia is deeply saddened to have learned of the passing of former Socceroos coach and national football great, Mr Frank Arok AM,” Football Australia said.
“Football Australia would…
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