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Irankunda embraces surprise striker role for Socceroos

Best known for his dynamic work as a winger, Nestory Irankunda was shocked to learn he would lead the line for Australia's clutch World Cup draw with Paraguay.

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‘There’s no ceiling’: electrifying Jordan Bos leaves Socceroo teammates in awe against Paraguay

Australia’s left-back switched positions to eye-catching effect against Paraguay, earning comparisons to Gareth Bale and Arjen Robben

The Guardian - AU

FIFA World Cup 2026: Head coach Popovic hails Australia's 'wonderful achievement' as Socceroos seal Round of 32 berth

The draw was enough to secure Australia's second place in Group D after earlier results saw them defeat Turkey 2-0 and lose 2-0 to the United States. It marks Australia's third appearance in the World Cup knockout stage and their second successive qualification for the Round of 32.

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Teen sensation makes Socceroos history in the US

Lucas Herrington has become the youngest Socceroo to start a World Cup match, with an assured debut against Paraguay helping secure a knockout berth.

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'Best wing-back in the world': Bos runs the show

Socceroo Jordan Bos was dominant at right wing-back in Australia's 0-0 draw with Paraguay, delivering a World Cup performance that has everyone talking.

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Afternoon Update: Socceroos advance at the World Cup; Karl Stefanovic departs Nine; and Trump’s embarrassing issue

It wasn’t pretty and had moments of peril, but the Socceroos are through to the knockout stages of the World Cup

The Guardian - AU

Tony Popovic vows Socceroos will ‘try and do something special’ in World Cup last 32

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

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Australia reach knockouts after goalless draw with Paraguay

Australia secured a spot in the World Cup's round of 32 with a goalless draw against Paraguay. The Socceroos, finishing second in Group D, advanced to the knockout stage for the third time. Despite a physical match, Paraguay pushed late but ultimately faced a nervous wait to see if they…

The Economic Times

The Socceroos’ World Cup dream continues, as an improved performance delivers plenty of confidence

Job done. The Socceroos are through to the knockout phase of the World Cup.

The Conversation

Socceroos secure place in World Cup last 32 after nerve-shredding draw with Paraguay

Chances fell to both sides towards the end their final pool game at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium as Australia finished second in Group D

The Guardian - AU

Scoreless wonder: 'special' Socceroos book last-32 spot

The Socceroos have sealed progression to the World Cup round of 32 by playing out a 0-0 draw with Paraguay that delivers second place in Group D.

AAP

Photos | thousands down tools to watch the Socceroos

Lord mayor Gavin Morris has channelled Bob Hawke's famous words.

Newcastle Herald

Socceroos ready with World Cup fate in their hands

The Socceroos have their World Cup fate in their hands with all eyes on whether coach Tony Popovic unleashes Nestory Irankunda from the start against Paraguay.

AAP

Socceroos look to Paraguay ‘challenge’ with World Cup fate in their own hands

Australia only need a draw to finish as Group D runners-up but head coach Tony Popovic insists the team will go into the crunch clash ‘to win’

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Paraguay vs. Australia—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Both teams can still progress from Group D.

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Why the Paraguay match will define the Socceroos’ World Cup

Tony Popovic and the Socceroos take on Paraguay in San Francisco on Friday in their third and final World Cup group-stage match.

AAP

'There is no tomorrow' for desperate Paraguay

Paraguay will play like there is no tomorrow against the Socceroos, with both teams having World Cup knockout qualification on the line.

The Guardian - AU

Morning Mail: Stefanovic reportedly to leave Nine, new teal party launches, should we eat possum?

Nine newspapers say star presenter will leave the channel after Tommy Robinson podcast; fund manager deletes fake video of handouts for immigrants

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Australia forced into changes for crucial World Cup group game against Paraguay

Australia will be missing Jacob Italiano and Mat Leckie from side that played the USA for their final group game, against Paraguay

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Popovic cagey on Irankunda start for Paraguay

Whether Nestory Irankunda will start against Paraguay remains a mystery, but Socceroos coach Tony Popovic will be forced to make at least two changes.

The Guardian - AU

Socceroos face selection dilemma for Paraguay game with changes expected

Nestory Irankunda’s place in the starting XI is not the only question facing Australia coach Tony Popovic for their final World Cup Group D outing

The Guardian - AU

Socceroos not planning a ‘truce’ to play for draw against Paraguay: ’That doesn’t seem right’

Socceroos defender Jason Geria insists they will not take their foot off the gas against Paraguay in their final World Cup pool match in San Francisco

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SOC:'Never easy': Jedinak brushes off Socceroos critics

Socceroos assistant coach Mile Jedinak won't buy into criticism of Australia's starting line-up against the United States and if they were too defensive.

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'Never easy': Jedinak brushes off Socceroos critics

Socceroos assistant coach Mile Jedinak won't buy into criticism of Australia's starting line-up against the United States and if they were too defensive.

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SPO:How Socceroos will reboot for high-stakes Paraguay game

The Socceroos can seal second spot in group D at the World Cup with a win or draw against Paraguay - and they are determined to bounce out of the blocks.

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