Socceroos secure World Cup last 32 spot after draw with Paraguay
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 5:24 AM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
The Socceroos played a 'near-perfect game' in their draw with Paraguay on June 26. Former Socceroo Craig Foster praised their performance, citing effective game management as key in World Cup play. This result ensures Australia's advancement to the knockout stage. The match was described as nerve-shredding, highlighting the intensity of World Cup competition.
- •Match took place on June 26 against Paraguay.
- •Craig Foster praised the team's near-perfect game management.
- •The draw secures Australia's place in the last 32 of the World Cup.
- •The performance was characterized as nerve-shredding.
- 5:24 AMThe Guardian Sport — 'Near-perfect game': former Socceroo Craig Foster praises Australia's Paraguay performance – video
"Craig Foster thought the Socceroos played a 'near-perfect game' in their draw with Paraguay. 'Brilliant campaign, managed the game well today, and that’s important in World Cups,' the former Socceroo said Socceroos secure place in World Cup last 32 after nerve-shredding draw with Paraguay Continue reading...
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