Kieran Pender has the match report. See you tomorrow for something completely different.
As for Australia – while they’re still technically alive in this tournament, I’ll offer up a few words on the assumption that the unlikely results they need won’t happen.
The core players of this team are still in their 20s. About half of them are tested weekly in England. Others play in France or the USA.
They somehow weren’t ready for Zambia’s potent attack. And their tactics today were atrocious. Sitting back against the USA is a recipe for disaster, recent 0-0 draw vs. Costa Rica notwithstanding.
The team deserves better. So do their outstanding supporters, who would love to see this talented roster play with confidence.
