To shed the underdog tag, Australian soccer needs to have some tough conversations
The Age
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Judging by the response to the Socceroos’ shattering World Cup exit against Egypt, fans and players have had a gutful of gallant defeats.
So how do they become the team we want them to be?
Egypt Beat Australia in Shootout
- Egypt beat Australia on penalties to reach World Cup round of 16 The Straits Times —
- Egypt into last 16 after shootout victory against Australia BBC Sport —
- FIFA World Cup 2026 | Egypt hold nerve to sink Australia 4-2 on penalties The Hindu —
- The Mat Ryan gamble that failed spectacularly as Egypt beat Australia on penalties The Independent —
- Egypt Coach: Team is 'Happy' at World Cup Despite Dallas Police Issue Newsweek —