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Australia and Paraguay set for World Cup showdown without truce

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 5:45 AM

Last updated Jun 23, 2026

Australia and Paraguay set for World Cup showdown without truce

Summary

Australia faces Paraguay in their final Group D match at the World Cup in San Francisco on Thursday. Defender Jason Geria stated that the Socceroos will not relax their efforts despite a draw allowing both to progress. A draw would place Australia second in Group D behind the USA, while Paraguay would likely also advance as one of the best third-placed teams. Both teams have high stakes, aiming for a strong finish before the knockout rounds.

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By the Numbers

•Match takes place on Thursday in San Francisco.
•Both teams could progress with a draw.
•Australia currently sits behind the USA in Group D.
•Jason Geria emphasizes no easing of efforts against Paraguay.
•Advancing as a best third-placed team is likely for Paraguay.

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5:45 AMThe Guardian Sport — Australia not planning a ‘truce’ to play for World Cup draw against Paraguay

What they're saying

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Both teams could progress with a draw in final Group D game Not in Australia’s nature to ‘take foot off gas’, says Jason Geria Socceroos defender Jason Geria insists there will be no “truce” made with Paraguay in their final World Cup pool match in San Francisco on Thursday (Friday AEST). Both nations will almost certainly progress with a draw, a result that would place Australia second in Group D behind the USA. Paraguay would also be likely to progress to the knockout round as one of the best third-placed teams. Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Jack Snape in Oakland

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