Cameroon vs. Australia - June 22, 2017

CMR

FinalJun 22

AUS

Recap

Lineup

Stats

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MATCH TIMELINE

E. Mabouka

90' + 1'

S. Siani

87'

81'

B. Wright

79'

J. IrvineT. Rogic

K. Toko EkambiB. Moukandjo

77'

70'

T. CahillT. Juric

65'

J. TroisiR. Kruse

60'

M. Milligan

F. Anguissa

45' + 2'

What's Buzzing

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49ers WR Mike Evans will take part in practice next week before San Francisco's Week 1 game in Australia. https://t.co/27R4hMJa93

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Harry had himself a game in Leicester City's 2-0 win against Plymouth Argyle 🦊🔵😮‍💨 #SocceroosAbroad

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Socceroo Volpato scores long-range goal in Serie A winA long-range strike from Socceroo Cristian Volpato has helped his Italian side Sassuolo claim a 2-1 win over Torino in their Serie A clash.

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Matildas follow Socceroo footsteps on path to World CupThe Matildas are firmly entrenched in preparations for next year's Women's World Cup, and have lined up Colombia as they look to address their future sooner rather than later.

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Teen Socceroo makes perfect EPL debut with win over Manchester UnitedEighteen-year-old Socceroos defender Lucas Herrington makes the perfect start to his EPL career with victory over Manchester United.

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Man Utd Agrees Baleba Deal 😈Cameroonian midfielder heading to Red Devils for a fee up to $96M (multiple reports)

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Socceroos star Circati seals $33m transfer move to Portuguese giantsAlessandro Circati becomes the latest member of the Socceroos' World Cup squad to secure a big-money move across Europe during the transfer window.

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Socceroo seals mega-money move with Michael Jackson danceNestory Irankunda has sealed his money-spinning transfer to Portuguese giants Sporting CP, and celebrated the move by starring in a Michael Jackson-themed dance video.

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Aussie star completes major move to EPL after breakout World CupSocceroos teenager Lucas Herrington has completed his move to English Premier League side Hull City.

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Australia’s brightest young talents are on the move and it bodes well for the Socceroos | Jack SnapeHeadlined by Nestory Irankunda and Lucas Herrington, almost a third of the World Cup squad are changing clubs with January’s Asian Cup looming

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Australia falls into line with AFC stance but stops short of calling for Infantino’s headFootball Australia has joined a growing chorus placing pressure on the Fifa president by calling for ‘clear and credible action’ in response to the crisis engulfing world football

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Injury could rule Socceroos defender out of Asian CupSocceroos defender Cameron Burgess is feared to have suffered an Achilles tendon injury while playing for Swansea City.

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Two Iranian female footballers granted Australian citizenship after protestThe two Iran players stayed in the country after appearing in the Asian Cup there in March

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Socceroos on the move: Lucas Herrington headlines post-World Cup transfers | Joey LynchThe defender is set to become one of Australia’s most expensive players with a Premier League deal nearly done while some international teammates have already made moves

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Record-breaking Premier League move looms for SoccerooLucas Herrington is on the verge of a move to a Premier League club that would be the most expensive transfer for an Australian player.

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UEFA Loses Confidence in FIFAEuropean heads to review Infantino's failed plan claiming 'no option should be off the table'

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UEFA to Boycott World CupConcacaf joins European nations in rejecting FIFA's proposal

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UEFA Must Show Backbone 😤Reports on FIFA's move to sell World Cup stakes is too big to ignore 📲 (Guardian)

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Top World Cup Flops 😬Ronaldo leads our team of most disappointing players 📲

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Official World Cup Best XI 💎Cubarsí surprisingly left out of FIFA Team of Tournament 📲

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Former Socceroos captain Paul Wade reveals probable CTE diagnosisPaul Wade says he wants to share his experience to raise awareness about concussion, repeated head impacts and brain health across all levels of football.

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World Cup Power Rankings 📊Who are the risers and fallers in our final standings? 📲

World Cup Story So Far 🥹

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The Beautiful Game on the world's biggest stage. The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be remembered forever.

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World Cup Closing PerformersLooking ahead to how MetLife sees out tournament 📲

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World Cup Closing CeremonyAll details including start time, live stream and rumors 📲

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The Aussie Leo who shares the same condition as Messi is rooting for ArgentinaLionel Messi was diagnosed with growth hormone deficiency, which is a rare condition, when he was younger. He has become a role model for young Leo Slattery from Brisbane.

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Australia's next football world cup is on home soil between seniorsAround 90 of Australia's finest older footballers will play for the world title on home soil in October this year.

🌟 The Champions Chat 🌟

Stars of the World Cup reflect on a wild tournament 🎥

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Updated World Cup Rankings 📊Argentina and Spain in the final, but who comes out on top? 📲

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World Cup Power Rankings 📊Four teams remain. All 48 nations ranked ahead of semifinals 📲

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Young Socceroo reportedly headed to German clubPromising midfielder Paul Okon-Engstler is reportedly headed to Germany, the first of an emerging batch of Socceroos to move to bigger leagues.

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World Cup Power Rankings 📊How teams stack up after hectic Round of 16 📲

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Socceroos winger says One Nation monoculture debate 'bulls***The Socceroo star says anyone "trying to divide" the community was "probably not Australian themselves".

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World Cup Power Rankings 📊How teams stack up before Round of 16 📲

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Quick hits: Salah's class towards Aussies, Paraguay labelled a 'disgrace'Mo Salah's classy post-penalty act to the stricken Socceroos and a Paraguay team blasted as a "disgrace". Here are today's World Cup quick hits.

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Socceroos rally around Lucas Herrington following World Cup exitLucas Herrington took, and missed, Australia's final penalty in its World Cup loss to Egypt. His teammates having nothing but praise for the teenager.

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How many gambling ads played during the Socceroos match?There should be rules against jumping on the World Cup bandwagon to illustrate a political point, but the Socceroos' valiant effort against Egypt offers a timely real-world test.

The Round of 32 Was Wild 🫨

So many games, even more drama 🎥

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Success, failure or something else? How the Socceroos’ World Cup campaign rated | Jack SnapeAustralia’s overall performance cannot be distilled into a few spot kicks and will be deeply analysed in coming days, weeks and years

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Cape Verde’s heroics and it’s g’night Australia | World Cup Daily – videoMax Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Archie Rhind-Tutt and Lars Sivertsen as Cape Verde take Argentina to extra time in the game of the World Cup so far

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Socceroos icon says Popovic 'messing with things too much' in GK switchMark Schwarzer says he is not a fan of Tony Popovic's decision to swap goalkeepers ahead of the penalty shootout, even if it had been successful.

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How can Australia’s Socceroos end their World Cup knockout drought? – videoSports reporter Jack Snape joins Martin Pegan and Sam Lewis from outside Dallas Stadium to recap the knockout match

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How Egypt beat Australia on penalties in the World Cup last 32 – videoAustralia are out of the World Cup after a devastating shootout defeat to Egypt. Here's how it played out

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Socceroos rally around Lucas Herrington after World Cup penalty shootout disappointment – video'I just told him that for him to even just go up there and put the ball down was enough for us,' Aziz Behich said after the Socceroos' shootout defeat to Egypt

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‘We’re all here for him’: Socceroos rally around Lucas Herrington after last-32 shootout missAustralia’s players have rallied around the young defender after he missed his penalty in the defeat to Egypt

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Irvine says Socceroos have to feel the pain before looking aheadSocceroos veteran Jackson Irvine says feeling the pain of Australia's penalty shootout defeat to Egypt is an important part of getting better.

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World Cup 2026: Australia 1-1 Egypt (2-4 on penalties) - Shoot-out drama sends Mohamed Salah and co into last 16 Egypt are into the last 16 of the World Cup after beating Australia in a dramatic penalty shoot-out in Dallas.

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Australia 1-1 Egypt (2-4 on penalties): World Cup 2026 last 32 player ratingsSocceroos defenders Harry Souttar and Lucas Herrington stood firm before missing in the shootout, while Emam Ashour scored early for Egypt

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Socceroos' World Cup ends in heartbreak, but path forward now clearThe Socceroos exited the World Cup in the cruellest possible manner, on penalties to Egypt. But the roots of the defeat could be found in the 120 minutes of play, which clearly showed where Australia must improve.

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Quick hits: Beach makes a stunning save and Socceroos teen feels the heatAn own goal cancelled out Egypt's early goal before a penalty shootout gamble by Tony Popovic ended in heartbreak for the Socceroos. Here are the quick hits from the Socceroos vs Egypt.

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Egypt beat Australia on penalties to reach World Cup last-16Egypt will face the winners of Argentina vs Cape Verde in the next round

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Shootout heartbreak leaves Socceroos still searching for elusive World Cup knockout win | Jack SnapeFollowing their painful defeat on penalties to Egypt, there is a nagging suspicion Australia may not get a better chance to break their duck

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Egypt Eliminates Australia in PK Shootout 🎯Pharaohs win first-ever men's World Cup knockout game. Recap 📲

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World Cup LIVE Blog: Day 23 🤩Egypt sneaks past Australia on pens. Highlights 📲

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Egypt hold nerve in shootout to sink Australia and reach last 16Egypt beat Australia 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in Dallas to reach the last 16 of the World Cup

WHAT A SAVE 😱

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Patrick Beach had two caps for Australia before the World Cup, and has been the starter for all four games this tournament. The 22-year-old just showed why with a BIG save in stoppage time vs. Egypt to keep the Socceroos’ hops alive 😱 (via @Foxsports)

Australia Ties It Up

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Off the set piece for the Australia equalizer 🇦🇺 The own goal brings the Socceroos level in Texas!

Egypt Leads Aussies ✨

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After the set piece, Karim Hafez finds Emam Ashour to put Egypt ahead over Australia 🔥

Australia-Egypt Lineups

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🇦🇺 Australia XI: Beach; Bos, Circati, Souttar, Herrington, Behich; Irvine, O'Neill, Metcalfe, Volpato; Irankunda. 🇪🇬 Egypt XI: Shobeir; Hany, Rabia, Ibrahim, Hafez; Fathy, Attia, Ashour; Zico, Salah, Marmoush. #FIFAWorldCup

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Friday's World Cup Picks 🔮Predicting the winners of final Round of 32 games 📲

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Australia vs Egypt lineups: Predicted XIs and confirmed team newsMohamed Salah’s starting place for Pharaohs in question following hamstring issue

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World Cup 2026: Portugal through to face Spain after VAR drama, Salah fit to face Australia – liveJoin our writers for the latest news and reaction as the last-32 stage draws to a close

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The concerning stat that shows Australia's attack needs to liftWithout question, Australia will need to do better going forward, but perhaps their defence could see them through.

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The 'Egyptian King' who stands as Australia's greatest World Cup riskAll eyes are on Mohamed Salah and his injury heading into Egypt's World Cup clash with Australia — but who is the man they call the "Egyptian King"?

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History beckons for Socceroos as they enter knockouts with fighting chanceAustralia have faced intimidating opponents in previous World Cup forays. Egypt are no pushovers – but Tony Popovic’s squad believe it’s their time

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With history on the line, the Socceroos are trying to stay in the momentThe Socceroos are on the brink of history, but their coach doesn't want them to get carried away by the occasion.

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Egypt star Mo Salah fit to face Socceroos in last-32 clash after hamstring strainPharaohs coach Hossam Hassan unsure whether veteran will start and is not worried by Australia’s physicality

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Egypt to give Salah until last minute to prove fitness for Socceroos clashThe "passionate" Egypt captain trains with the squad but his coach says he won't be rushed into the team to face Australia if he's not fit.

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Egyptian-Australians grapple with a ‘bittersweet’ dilemma: who to support in the World Cup?The Egyptian diaspora are ‘addicted to football’ and will be in full voice when the Pharaohs take on the Socceroos. For some it’s a ‘win-win situation’

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Preview: Australia vs. EgyptCan Salah help his side progress at World Cup? 📲

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Australia vs Egypt lineups: Confirmed team news and predicted XIsMo Salah is a doubt for knockout clash

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What time do the Socceroos play Egypt on Saturday, and where can I watch the game? Your guide to Australia at the 2026 Fifa World CupWhat time does the Socceroos game against Egypt kick off on Saturday morning, and how can you watch live? Everything you need to know about Australia at the World Cup is in our handy guide to the tournament

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Socceroos spot-kick specialist Mile Jedinak gives his tips for a World Cup shootout – videoJedinak never missed a penalty when playing for Australia and scored from the spot three times at World Cups, to be well-placed to pass on advice as an assistant coach with the men’s national team

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Socceroos turn to secret weapon Mile Jedinak in case of World Cup shootoutAustralia are leaning on the knowledge of their assistant coach, who never missed a penalty during his international playing career, ahead of the last-32 clash with Egypt

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When do the Socceroos play next and how to watch the knockout matchAustralia's journey at the 2026 World Cup continues this weekend as the Socceroos take on Egypt. Here's everything you need to know.

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Mo Salah stands in Socceroos’ World Cup path as he strives to become Egypt’s greatest | Jack SnapeDespite a softening of his cutting edge and an international career defined by near misses, the forward is expected to cause problems for Australia

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'No tomorrow' mindset for Socceroos ahead of World Cup clash with EgyptThe Socceroos' World Cup adventure will either end or become historic when they face Egypt on Friday.

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Penalty shootouts: how Australia can avoid the cruellest World Cup fate | Jack SnapeThe Socceroos have never gone to spot kicks in a men’s World Cup but can turn to strategies as they prepare for the last-32 clash with Egypt

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Socceroos hit back at worst match of World Cup claims: ‘You can’t make everyone happy’Australia winger Ajdin Hrustic has dismissed descriptions of their Group D draw against Paraguay as one of the worst matches of the World Cup

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Socceroos coy on penalty preparations for World Cup knockout gameThe Socceroos know their knockout game against Egypt could come down to penalties, but they aren't revealing anything about their strategies.

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World Cup 2026 Odds, Updated Predictions for Tuesday's Round of 32 Matches

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‘One of our own’: Cristian Volpato flourishes after Socceroos switchThe junior Italy international feels he can develop more as a player after a late inclusion to Australia’s World Cup squad

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How a punt on a trial in Italy created the Socceroos' next starCristian Volpato was rejected by two Australian soccer academies. His family dropped everything to go for a trial in Italy. That was the making of Australia's next star.

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Socceroos fans swap football for cricket as Australian players descend on Oakland | Jack SnapeMajor League Cricket featuring Steve Smith and Peter Siddle arrives in town to the delight of travelling World Cup fans filling time before last 32

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Monday World Cup Predictions 🔮Picking how Germany, Brazil and Netherlands will all fare 📲

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World Cup Power Rankings 📊Can anybody beat France? Listing the heavyweights 📲

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World Cup Predictions 🔮Experts' take on how Round of 32 could go 📲

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‘They ruined our dream’: Revenge on Socceroos’ minds for clash with EgyptThree of the current Australia squad hold painful memories of a defeat at the Tokyo Olympics that they are using for motivation in the World Cup last 32

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Socceroos defender Lucas Herrington happy to be compared to a 'Rolls-Royce' – videoTeenage defender is youngest Australian to start a World Cup match and has already been linked with a move to Barcelona

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Socceroos to play Brazil at Lang Park after World CupThe first of the two friendlies will be at Brisbane's Lang Park on September 25, and the second at Townsville on September 29.

That Was the Group Stage 🌎🏆

World Cup knockouts set up some SPICE 🎥

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World Cup Knockout Stage OddsLooking ahead to next stage 📲

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World Cup Group Winners/Losers 🎭🤩 Unreal Golden Boot race 💦 Hate for 'hydration breaks' 📲 Analysis of group stages

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World Cup quick hits: Salah's Socceroos boost and the tightest callThe Socceroos' next World Cup opponents Egypt are sweating on the fitness of key striker Mohamed Salah, Scotland's coach Steve Clarke resigns after his team's exit and Davinson Sánchez was denied a late winner because of his toe. Here are today's quick hits.

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History beckons but a 'fearless' opponent awaits the SocceroosEgypt is sweating on the fitness of star forward Mohamed Salah, but the Socceroos won't be complacent as they prepare for just the third FIFA World Cup knockout encounter in the team's history.

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Australia buys into World Cup journey as nation approaches peak Socceroos | Jack SnapeMarketing stunts, murals and bandwagon-jumping politicians point to one thing – the country is invested in football, for a few weeks at least

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Socceroos to meet Egypt in World Cup last 32 after Iran denied in wild finish to Group GAustralia to face the Pharaohs at 4am AEST on Saturday 4 July after Tony Popovic’s side locked in spot in knockouts as Group D runners-up

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Drama-laden draw leaves Iran in limbo as Egypt set up last-32 clash with AustraliaA disallowed goal and a header off the bar in injury time broke Iranian hearts as a 1-1 draw saw Egypt finish Group G in second place

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Departure of Leckie and Italiano leaves Socceroos 'two soldiers down'Australia enters the World Cup knockout rounds with just 24 players in the squad after veteran Matthew Leckie and right-back Jacob Italiano departed the camp with injuries.

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Football helps refugees forge connections in AustraliaOn a crisp winter's evening at Fairfield in Western Sydney, a common passion warms a group of footballers braving the night air.

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‘There’s no ceiling’: electrifying Jordan Bos leaves Socceroo teammates in awe against ParaguayAustralia’s left-back switched positions to eye-catching effect against Paraguay, earning comparisons to Gareth Bale and Arjen Robben

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Match breakdown: the draw that sent Socceroos into the World Cup knockout stage – videoJack Snape joins Martin Pegan and Sam Lewis to discuss the Paraguay game and who Australia's next opponent might be

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Ecstasy for Ecuador and draw puts Australia through | World Cup DailyMax Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Mark Langdon and Archie Rhind-Tutt as Ecuador beat Germany to reach the last 32

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Socceroos heap praise on 'best player' Bos after knockouts progressionJordy Bos may not have been named player of the match, but another strong performance, in which he was asked to play on the right of defence instead of his preferred left, was lauded by his teammates.

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Tony Popovic vows Socceroos will ‘try and do something special’ in World Cup last 32Socceroos coach Tony Popovic is already focused on preparations for the team’s last-32 clash in Dallas next week after his side’s composed 0-0 draw with Paraguay

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'Near-perfect game': former Socceroo Craig Foster praises Australia's Paraguay performance – videoAustralia move on to play the runner-up of Group G in Dallas in the round of 32

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The Socceroos are through but they still have a big problem to solveThe Socceroos are into the knockout rounds of the World Cup, but they still have a big problem to solve.

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Quick hits: Selection shocks shine as kids skip school to watch Socceroos progressTony Popovic gives Socceroos fans what they wanted, fan sites overflow as a "headache" epidemic sweeps schools, and Australia avoids the most nervous of waits. Here are the quick hits from the Socceroos' final group game against Paraguay.

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'Glint in their eyes': How Aussies watched the Socceroos match against ParaguayCrowds across the nation adorned in green and gold gathered in support of the Socceroos for their third match in the FIFA World Cup.

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Paraguay 0-0 Australia: World Cup 2026 Group D player ratingsJordy Bos linked up well with Cristian Volpato down Australia’s right while the returning Jackson Irvine covered every blade of grass

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World Cup 2026: Socceroos v Paraguay – in picturesAll the best images from the Group D clash between Australia and Paraguay in Santa Clara, California

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World Cup 2026: Paraguay 0-0 Australia - Draw in San Francisco sends Aussies through and could secure Paraguay spot in last-32 as wellAustralia are into the last-32 of the World Cup and Paraguay are well placed to join them after a 0-0 draw in San Francisco which suited both sides.

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When do the Socceroos play next and who will Australia play? Australia has secured its placed in the knockout stages of the World Cup — but who will they play and when?

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Socceroos secure place in World Cup last 32 after nerve-shredding draw with ParaguayChances fell to both sides towards the end their final pool game at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium as Australia finished second in Group D

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World Cup LIVE Blog: Day 15 ✨Every goal and highlight from USA-Türkiye and Australia-Paraguay in Group D.

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Live: Socceroos play final World Cup group game against ParaguayThe Socceroos wrap up their 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage with a showdown with Paraguay in San Francisco. Follow live.

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Paraguay v Australia: World Cup 2026 – liveMinute-by-minute report: Guaranteed progression to the last 32 is on the line as the Socceroos meet Paraguay. Join Jonathan Howcroft for updates

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Frank Farina knows the pressure as Socceroos prepare for ParaguayFormer national team coach Frank Farina will be among the many Australians who will be tuning in to the Socceroos' decisive clash with Paraguay today.

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How and where to watch Australia v Paraguay today: your guide to the Socceroos at 2026 World Cup, game kickoff time, TV channel and live streamWhat time does the Socceroos game against Paraguay kick off on Friday? Who’s in Group D with Australia? How can you watch live? All the answers are in our handy guide to the tournament

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History beckons for the Socceroos — here's everything you need to knowThe Socceroos can make it through to the knockout stage of the World Cup against Paraguay today. Here's everything you need to know.

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Paraguay's Australian-made commune nervous for crucial Cup clashIn rural Paraguay, a small farming town flies Australian flags. When Paraguay plays Australia at the 2026 World Cup today, its residents will be at the edge of their seats.

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Can the Socceroos stop the nation? It would be 40 years in the making for SBSThe broadcaster has covered every World Cup since 1986, and all signs point to Australia’s match against Paraguay breaking records

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I won’t let the Socceroos go it alone today: while they have taken care of training and drills, I’m sprinkling holy water on the TV | Emily MulliganBut win, lose or draw, being able to cheer on our boys with friends and strangers is what it’s all about

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The calls for Australia to play its best attacking weapons are loudTony Popovic dances to his own selection tune, but that doesn't mean there aren't loud calls for him to select Australia's most attacking weapons against Paraguay.

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How and where to watch the 2026 World Cup in Australia: your guide to Socceroos vs Paraguay, game kickoff time, TV channel and live streamWhat time does the Socceroos game against Paraguay kick off on Friday? Who’s in Group D with Australia? How can you watch live? All the answers are in our handy guide to the tournament

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Key Socceroos cog ruled out with injury ahead of crucial Paraguay gameWing-back Jacob Italiano is ruled out of Australia's crucial World Cup clash with Paraguay after suffering a groin injury.

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Australia forced into changes for crucial World Cup group game against ParaguayAustralia will be missing Jacob Italiano and Mat Leckie from side that played USA for final group game against Paraguay

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Hanson's Socceroos own goal should have been a free kick for TaylorPauline Hanson has chosen one of Australia's most popular national sporting brands and visible expressions of cultural diversity in her pitch for a "monoculture".

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Why World Cup is a Goal Fest ⚽️Red-hot strikers, errors and smart subs 📲

World Cup's Second Week 😍

Goals galore in the thrilling second round of group games 🎥

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A look inside the Socceroos World Cup training camp – videoGo inside the Australian national football team's World Cup home base in Oakland, California with Guardian Australia's Jack Snape ahead of Friday's final group match against Paraguay, where a place in the last 16 is within reach

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How and where to watch the 2026 World Cup in Australia: your guide to Socceroos vs Paraguay, game kickoff time, TV channel and live streamWhat time does the Socceroos game against Paraguay kick off on Saturday? Who’s in Group D with Australia? How can you watch live? All the answers are in our handy guide to the tournament

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When do the Socceroos play Paraguay and what time is the game?The Socceroos have one more match in the group stage as they look to make it to the knockout stages of the World Cup. Here's everything you need to know.

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Socceroos should make 'harsh' call for final group game, Schwarzer saysAs the Socceroos prepare to face Paraguay in their final FIFA World Cup group game, Aussie great Mark Schwarzer says now is the time to bring captain Mat Ryan back into the team.

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PM should have declared day off for Paraguay clash, says Socceroos assistant coach – videoPaul Okon hopes the Socceroos can reward all the support from fans who have been tuning in from Australia

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Socceroos face selection conundrum with changes expected for Paraguay game | Jack SnapeNestory Irankunda’s place in the starting XI is not the only question facing Australia coach Tony Popovic for their final World Cup Group D outing

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'Doesn't seem right': Why Socceroos won't play for a draw against ParaguayA draw would be enough for the Socceroos to progress from their World Cup group, but according to defender Jason Geria, playing for anything less than a win does not sit right with this group.

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‘Chuck it on the iPad’: Socceroo urges schools to show Australia’s final World Cup group gameJason Geria says students and employees should be able to watch the crunch match against Paraguay which kicks off 12pm Friday

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Golden Boot Race CRAZY 🍿Messi out front. 23 players with 2+ goals. Tap for World Cup leaders 📲

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Alessandro Circati chose Australia over Italy. His dad approvesAlessandro Circati's decision to play for the Socceroos raised eyebrows within his family in Italy, but his father says they now realise that, deep down, he's not Italian.

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Australia not planning a ‘truce’ to play for World Cup draw against ParaguaySocceroos defender Jason Geria insists they will not take their foot off the gas against Paraguay in their final World Cup pool match in San Francisco

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'Let them watch it': Socceroo Jason Geria urges school principals to show Friday match - videoSocceroos defender Jason Geria is urging school principals and bosses to let Australians tune in for Friday's clash with Paraguay, even if it means a brief interruption to classes or work

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World Cup Group D permutations: supercomputer says Socceroos will progressEven a narrow defeat against Paraguay in their final group game should be enough to earn a place in the last 32, where Belgium may await

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Omelettes, sushi and Vegemite: what the Socceroos are eating during the 2026 World Cup – videoDespite being thousands of kilometres from home, one Australian staple remains non-negotiable for some players: Vegemite

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World Cup: Australia's Jackson Irvine backs red card for Paraguay player covering his mouth – videoIn a boost for the Socceroos, winger Miguel Almirón will be suspended for Paraguay's final Group D clash

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Inside the Socceroos’ World Cup home: ping pong, pool, retro kits and organic omelettesThe grand Claremont Hotel in Berkeley has been adapted to make Australia’s stay as comfortable as possible. And of course there is Vegemite on tap

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How Australia's World Cup chef knows the players like his foodChef Vini Capovilla has learnt a thing or two catering for the Socceroos at four World Cups. And one is finding out if they like his food.

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Australia’s Jackson Irvine has no sympathy for Paraguay after historic World Cup red cardParaguay’s Miguel Almirón will miss the crucial last Group D match against the Socceroos after being sent off against Turkey for covering mouth

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French soccer coach using Duolingo to help train his Aussie teamHe may not know the language, but French-speaking William Loison is embracing his position coaching a regional Victorian soccer team with the help of a popular language app.

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Dropped Socceroos Mat Ryan and Jackson Irvine discuss life on the benchEven from the sidelines, the leadership of Mat Ryan and Jackson Irvine will likely be as important as ever as the Socceroos turn their attention to Paraguay.