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Socceroos focus on recovery after World Cup victory and travel

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 2:01 AM

Last updated Jun 15, 2026

Socceroos focus on recovery after World Cup victory and travel

Summary

The Socceroos have returned to Oakland to prepare for their next match against the US following their opening World Cup victory over Turkey. Goalscorer Connor Metcalfe expressed fatigue after a late-night flight, sharing that he hasn't slept well since the match. The team’s focus is now on recovery while they continue training ahead of the upcoming game.

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By the Numbers

•Socceroos defeated Turkey in their World Cup opener.
•Metcalfe scored during the match and is feeling fatigued.
•The team has returned to train in Oakland.
•Next match is scheduled against the US.

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2:01 AMThe Guardian Sport — No sleep until 5am: Socceroos’ focus turns to recovery after tiring World Cup travel

What they're saying

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Goalscorer Connor Metcalfe ‘pretty knackered’ after late-night flight Socceroos back in Oakland to continue preparations for US game Socceroos goalscorer Connor Metcalfe admitted he hadn’t had the greatest sleep since Australia’s opening World Cup victory over Turkey. “It’s crazy to score, to get the win. I mean, you couldn’t ask for a better start, could you?” he said, speaking back at the team’s training base in Oakland barely 22 hours after the historic scenes in Vancouver. Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Jack Snape in Oakland

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