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‘They ruined our dream’: Revenge on Socceroos’ minds for clash with Egypt

Three 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

The Guardian - AU

Socceroo Herrington takes World Cup rise in stride

Lucas Herrington is subject to interest from the biggest clubs in the world, taking on some of football's biggest names and taking it all in stride.

AAP

'They ruined our dream': Socceroos' Egypt redemption

Australia's World Cup round-of-32 clash with Egypt is personal for some of the Socceroos' stars, including attacker Connor Metcalfe.

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Unflappable Lucas Herrington takes praise and World Cup progress in his stride

The 18-year-old is youngest Australian to start a World Cup match and has already been linked with a move to Barcelona

The Guardian - AU

Socceroos want to topple Pharaohs at set pieces

The Socceroos are yet to weaponise their set pieces at this World Cup and there is no better place to start than against Egypt in the knockouts.

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Steeled Socceroos' belief rising ahead of Egypt clash

The Socceroos believe their extended build-up to the World Cup and competitive tension will hold them in good stead now they are in the knockouts.

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All eyes on Salah as Socceroos gear up for Egypt

All eyes will be on Egypt star Mohamed Salah's fitness ahead of a bumper World Cup round-of-32 clash with the Socceroos.

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Australia buys into World Cup journey as nation approaches peak Socceroos

Marketing stunts, murals and bandwagon-jumping politicians point to one thing – the country is invested in football, for a few weeks at least

The Guardian - AU

Socceroos veer left to get it right at World Cup

Playing Jordan Bos on the right, with Aziz Behich on the left, was a masterstroke against Paraguay and the Socceroos could repeat the dose against Egypt

AAP

Socceroos to meet Mo Salah’s Egypt in World Cup last 32 with star player under injury cloud

Australia to face the Pharaohs for first time at global tournament while Salah was substituted before wild finish to Group G and side’s draw with Iran

The Guardian - AU

Life's a Beach: Socceroos goalkeeper embracing fame

Socceroos goalkeeper Patrick Beach's newfound fame has extended to having a beach temporarily renamed in his honour, but he is taking it all in stride.

AAP

Irankunda embraces surprise striker role for Socceroos

Best known for his dynamic work as a winger, Nestory Irankunda was shocked to learn he would lead the line for Australia's clutch World Cup draw with Paraguay.

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Socceroos to face Egypt in bid for World Cup history

The Socceroos' bid for an elusive World Cup knockout win will come down to a do-or-die clash with Egypt in the round of 32.

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‘There’s no ceiling’: electrifying Jordan Bos leaves Socceroo teammates in awe against Paraguay

Australia’s left-back switched positions to eye-catching effect against Paraguay, earning comparisons to Gareth Bale and Arjen Robben

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Drab Australia and Paraguay Display Puts USMNT Credentials Into Context

USMNT optimism took a hit in the defeat to Türkiye, while a closer examination of Australia and Paraguay has observers reining in USMNT expectations slightly.

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Head coach Popovic hails Australia's 'wonderful achievement' as Socceroos seal Round of 32 berth

The draw was enough to secure Australia's second place in Group D after earlier results saw them defeat Turkey 2-0 and lose 2-0 to the United States. It marks Australia's third appearance in the World Cup knockout stage and their second successive qualification for the Round of 32.

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Teen sensation makes Socceroos history in the US

Lucas Herrington has become the youngest Socceroo to start a World Cup match, with an assured debut against Paraguay helping secure a knockout berth.

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'Best wing-back in the world': Bos runs the show

Socceroo Jordan Bos was dominant at right wing-back in Australia's 0-0 draw with Paraguay, delivering a World Cup performance that has everyone talking.

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The Guardian - AU

Afternoon Update: Socceroos advance at the World Cup; Karl Stefanovic departs Nine; and Trump’s embarrassing issue

It wasn’t pretty and had moments of peril, but the Socceroos are through to the knockout stages of the World Cup

The Guardian - AU

Packed pubs and skiving school: Australian fans nurse pints over laptops to cheer on Socceroos

Offices emptied to watch the Socceroos draw against Paraguay, propelling Australia to the World Cup 2026 knockouts

The National (Scotland)

Australia 0-0 Paraguay: South Americans face anxious wait as Socceroos qualify

Australia secured their place in the last 32 of the World Cup as they clinched second place in Group D with a 0-0 draw with Paraguay.

The Guardian - AU

Tony Popovic vows Socceroos will ‘try and do something special’ in World Cup last 32

Socceroos 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

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Australia reach knockouts after goalless draw with Paraguay

Australia secured a spot in the World Cup's round of 32 with a goalless draw against Paraguay. The Socceroos, finishing second in Group D, advanced to the knockout stage for the third time. Despite a physical match, Paraguay pushed late but ultimately faced a nervous wait to see if they…

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The Socceroos’ World Cup dream continues, as an improved performance delivers plenty of confidence

Job done. The Socceroos are through to the knockout phase of the World Cup.

The Guardian - AU

Socceroos secure place in World Cup last 32 after nerve-shredding draw with Paraguay

Chances 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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