Socceroos secure World Cup knockout berth with draw against Paraguay
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 5:19 AM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
The Socceroos finished second in Group D following a goalless draw with Paraguay. This result ensures Australia's advancement to the knockout stage of the World Cup. Coach Tony Popovic is already focusing on preparations for the last-32 clash in Dallas. Australia's next opponent will be determined later, with potential matchups against Egypt, Belgium, Iran, or New Zealand.
- •Australia draws 0-0 with Paraguay in their final group stage match
- •Socceroos finish second in Group D, securing a knockout stage spot
- •Next match scheduled for July 3 at 1pm in Dallas
- •Possible opponents include Egypt, Belgium, Iran, or New Zealand
- 5:19 AMThe Guardian Sport — Tony Popovic vows Socceroos will ‘try and do something special’ in World Cup last 32
"Goalless draw against Paraguay secures second place in Group D Australia have seven-day break before knockout game in Dallas 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 that booked a place in the World Cup knockout rounds. the identity of Australia’s next opponents is yet to be decided – it will be either Egypt, Belgium, Iran or New Zealand – but the date and time are already locked in – Friday 3 July at 1pm in Texas (Saturday 4 July at 4am AEST). Continue reading...
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