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Socceroos on the move: Herrington headlines post-World Cup transfers

The defender is set to become one of Australia’s most expensive players with a Premier League deal nearly done while some international teammates have already made moves

The Guardian - AU

Strike action threatens new A-League season as post-World Cup glow again fades too fast

Stalled CBA negotiations have cast a pall over the game in Australia when it might be harnessing interest around the Socceroos’ World Cup run

The Guardian - AU

Gutted but proud, life's a beach for World Cup hero

Patrick Beach has returned to Melbourne, saying there was no need for a private chat with Socceroos coach Tony Popovic after his controversial substitution.

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Big moves beckon for Socceroos after World Cup

After Australia's World Cup heartbreak, several Socceroos look set to be rewarded for standout tournaments with club moves that will put them on the map.

AAP

The Socceroos’ defensive approach ended their World Cup dreams. They have some tough decisions to make

Tony Popovic took over the reins of the Socceroos when there was real concern they would not qualify for the World Cup. It’s what he does best: he goes into teams and is a bit of a “Mr Fix It”.

The Conversation

Tony Popovic gets FA backing but is he the right man to take Socceroos forward?

The coach has the support of his employers and players for now but there will be a push for creativity to trump his defensive mindset

The Guardian - AU

FIFA World Cup 2026: Egypt beat Australia on penalties, march into Argentina showdown

Egypt clinched a historic 4-2 penalty shootout victory over Australia after a 1-1 draw, marking their first World Cup knockout stage win. Mahmoud Saber, Ramy Rabia, Mohamed Salah, and Hossam Abdelmaguid all converted their spot-kicks. Emam Ashour scored Egypt's regulation goal, while an own goal by Mohamed Hany equalized for…

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Socceroos 'keepers didn't see shootout switch-up coming

Coach Tony Popovic conceded his shock move to replace Patrick Beach with Maty Ryan for Australia's losing penalty shootout against Egypt didn't work.

AAP

Egypt sink Australia on penalties to secure first World Cup knockout win

ARLINGTON - Egypt held their nerve to beat Australia 4-2 on penalties ‌and secure their first World Cup knockout victory following a 1-1 draw after extra time in a cagey last-32 match at Dallas Stadium on Friday.

Bangkok Post

'It's a love language': Pride and pain as Australia falls to Egypt in World Cup penalty shootout

Heartbreak for Australia.

Newcastle Herald

The Pharaohs rule in Dallas as the Socceroos are knocked out

For more than 3,000 years, the Pharaohs ruled one of history’s greatest civilisations. In Dallas, Egypt’s modern-day Pharaohs ruled once more, bringing the Socceroos’ World Cup campaign to an end with a disciplined performance and an emphatic penalty shoot-out victory.

The Conversation

The Mat Ryan gamble that failed spectacularly as Egypt beat Australia on penalties

Australia 1-1 Egypt (2-4 pens): Ryan was brought off the bench in the last minute to go in goal for the shootout but failed to save a single penalty as the Socceroos crashed out of the World Cup

The Independent UK

Egypt beat Australia on penalties to reach last 16 for first time at World Cup

Egypt beat Australia on penalties on Friday to advance to the last 16 at the World Cup for the first time.

Radio France Internationale

Shootout heartbreak leaves Socceroos still searching for elusive World Cup knockout win

Following their painful defeat on penalties to Egypt, there is a nagging suspicion Australia may not get a better chance to break their duck

The Guardian - AU

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How to watch Australia vs Egypt: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off time for FIFA World Cup 2026 as Mo Salah wins fitness race, team news

Mo Salah overcomes a hamstring issue to start for Egypt against Australia at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Here's how to watch the last-32 clash for free online and from anywhere.

Sports Illustrated

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

Australia and Egypt both finished second during their group stage campaigns.

AAP

Life's a Beach: Socceroos goalkeeper embracing fame

Socceroos goalkeeper Patrick Beach's newfound fame has extended to having a beach temporarily renamed in his honour, but he is taking it all in stride.

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How to watch Paraguay vs Australia: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off time for the battle to finish second in Group D at FIFA World Cup 2026, team news

Here's how to watch Paraguay vs Australia for free online and from anywhere in a crucial Group D fixture at the FIFA World Cup 2026.

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Skipper Ryan 'hurting' over Socceroos omission

Socceroos boss Tony Popovic overlooked Maty Ryan for Patrick Beach at this World Cup and Australia's captain isn't too proud to say he's hurting.

The Independent UK

USA feeling soccer fever as they breeze past Australia into World Cup knockouts

USA 2-0 Australia: Two first-half goals saw Mauricio Pochettino ease into the World Cup knockout stages with a dominant display

The National (Scotland)

United States 2-0 Australia: Co-hosts secure knockout place with Seattle win

The United States are through to the last 32 of the World Cup after they eased to a comfortable 2-0 win over Australia.

Evening Standard

USA 2-0 Australia: Co-hosts through to World Cup 2026 knockout stages with easy victory

Former Tottenham boss’ style was on show in all its glory in Seattle

France 24

World Cup 2026: Hosts USA reach knockouts with dominant win over Australia's Socceroos

World Cup co-hosts the ⁠United States advanced to the knockout stage with one game to spare after comfortably beating Australia 2-0 in Group ‌D on Friday, despite the absence of injured star player Christian Pulisic. Follow our live, minute-by-minute coverage.

AAP

Socceroos boss insists big calls didn't lead to US loss

Coach Tony Popovic didn't start Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalfe in Australia's 2-0 loss to the United States, but is adamant personnel wasn't the issue.

TechRadar

How to watch USA vs Australia: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off time as co-hosts continue FIFA World Cup 2026 journey, team news

Christian Pulisic misses USA's clash with Australia due to injury, as the co-hosts continue their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign. Here's how to watch the Group D fixture for free online and from anywhere.

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