Let them watch it': Geria urges schools to show Socceroos match

The Guardian Sport1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 6:03 AM

Last updated Jun 23, 2026

Let them watch it': Geria urges schools to show Socceroos match
Summary

Socceroos defender Jason Geria has called on school principals and employers to allow students and employees to watch Australia's World Cup match against Paraguay. The game is scheduled for Thursday at noon San Francisco time. Geria emphasized that both teams should aim for victory rather than settling for a draw, which could still allow both to advance. His remarks reinforce the competitive spirit ahead of this crucial group stage match. The match will take place just before the weekend, creating an opportunity for shared viewing experiences.

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  • Geria advocates for schools to screen the match.
  • Match against Paraguay takes place Thursday at noon San Francisco time.
  • Both teams likely to advance with a draw.
  • Geria opposes playing for a draw.
  • Match timing encourages communal watching.
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Socceroos defender Jason Geria has urged school principals and bosses to show the team playing Paraguay in their final World Cup group match in San Francisco on Thursday (Friday AEST), even if it means an interruption to class or work. ‘Let them watch it ... 12pm on a Friday, it doesn’t get much better than that leading into the weekend, so if they could let their employees or let their students watch, I think that would be amazing.’ Both nations will almost certainly progress with a draw, but Geria says they will not go into the match seeking that result. ‘I think you’re cheating the game in a way if you’re looking to just call a truce with 10 minutes to go – that doesn’t seem right in my opinion’ Socceroos not planning a ‘truce’ to play for draw against Paraguay: ’That doesn’t seem right’ Continue reading...

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