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Paraguay v Australia: Group D - FIFA World Cup 2026

Australia international tests positive for cocaine after speeding incidents

Australia forward Cristian Volpato has reportedly tested positive for cocaine after being stopped twice for speeding in Sydney. The 22-year-old Sassuolo winger had his international driver's licence suspended by local police following the early-morning incidents, prompting Football Australia and the players' union to pledge their support.

Australia FIFA World Cup 2026 TV Guide

GOAL’s complete Australia's FIFA World Cup 2026 viewing guide, including how to watch for free and without cable

Explained: Why Egypt players watched Mbappe penalty on a laptop

Egypt’s coaching staff utilised meticulous modern analytical methods to mastermind their historic World Cup knockout triumph over Australia in Dallas. Minutes before the penalty shootout commenced, players gathered around a laptop screen to study specific footage of Real Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappe facing Socceroos goalkeeper Mat Ryan.

'I had to do it!' - Salah scores cheeky Panenka in Egypt win

Mohamed Salah successfully executed an audacious Panenka penalty to guide Egypt into the World Cup last 16 following a dramatic shoot-out victory against Australia. The talismanic forward held his nerve from 12 yards after a tense 1-1 draw in Dallas, scripting an iconic piece of footballing history for his triumphant North African nation.

Spain v Cabo Verde: Group H - FIFA World Cup 2026

How have debutant teams performed at the FIFA World Cup?

Four nations made debuts at the 2026 World Cup, with Cape Verde, Curacao, Jordan and Uzbekistan gracing the grandest stage in international football for the first time. It was the tournament with the most newcomers since 2006 and Cape Verde achieved the feat of ending a 16-year wait for a debutant to reach the knockout stages, before succumbing to Lionel Messi's Argentina in a classic.

Watch Australia vs Egypt live: Online streams and TV channels

An historic World Cup Round of 32 clash of styles pitting Egypt's star-studded attack against Australia's rock-solid, pragmatic defensive block.

Australia vs Egypt Predictions: More history for the Pharaohs

Check out our soccer expert’s Australia vs Egypt predictions, prior to Friday’s 2:00pm ET World Cup clash (7/3).

Egypt v IR Iran: Group G - FIFA World Cup 2026

Watch Egypt vs Australia for FREE

Find out how to catch the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup clash without paying a dime.

Australia FIFA World Cup 2026 kits

Australia 2026 kits revealed - from honouring tradition to vivid colours for the future

Australia vs Egypt FIFA World Cup 2026 Preview

Comprehensive match preview of Australia vs Egypt at the World Cup 2026. We talk tactics, team news, and more ahead of this Round of 32 clash in Arlington.

How to get Australia vs Egypt World Cup tickets

Australia take on Egypt next in the World Cup. Here’s how you can secure your tickets

Huge Salah concern for Egypt! Liverpool icon a doubt for Australia tie

Egypt are facing an anxious wait regarding the fitness of their captain and talisman Mohamed Salah after the forward suffered a hamstring strain. The Liverpool icon picked up the injury during the group stage draw with Iran, placing his participation in Friday's crucial World Cup round of 32 knockout clash against Australia in jeopardy as medical staff assess him.

Paraguay vs Australia: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

Kick-off time, team news, head to head record, form guide and more

World Cup 2026: Mutual benefit on Matchday 3

Four teams, two matches, one result that suits all. In Group D and Group J, a draw is enough to send everyone through. History says they'll take it.

Paraguay vs Australia FIFA World Cup 2026 Preview

GOAL brings you everything you need to know about Paraguay vs Australia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Talking Tactics: Inside Pochettino’s aggressive USMNT WC blueprint

GOAL breaks down the tactical difference and similarities between the USMNT's first two World Cup games

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'We want to lift a trophy' - USMNT find belief in Country Roads

The USMNT are into the knockouts, but Seattle’s “Country Roads” singalong after the Australia win may be remembered as the moment belief truly took hold.

'Had this belief' - Freeman, Balogun shine as USMNT dream big

The USMNT is into the World Cup knockouts after another statement win, with Folarin Balogun, Alex Freeman and a growing belief turning a strong start into something bigger.

Gio Reyna USMNT World Cup 2026 Paraguay goal

USA vs Australia: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

USA 2 (Burgess own goal '11, Freeman '43) Australia 0: Follow the action live with GOAL!

Balogun, Freeman power U.S. to knockouts after beating Aussies

After opening their tournament with a big win over Paraguay, the Americans triumphed again in front of a raucous Seattle crowd

'The 19th' gives USMNT WC match historic meaning on Juneteenth

Seattle’s World Cup matchday between the USMNT and Australia falls on Juneteenth, with local organizers using the occasion to highlight Black history, soccer’s Black pioneers and community-led celebrations across the city.

USA v Australia: Group D - FIFA World Cup 2026

USMNT's Pulisic ruled out of WC clash against Australia with injury

Christian Pulisic has been ruled out of U.S. Men's National Team clash against Australia, Mauricio Pochettino revealed in an interview with FOX. Pulisic was subbed after halftime in the team's dominant 4-1 win over Paraguay. Although initial reporting suggested he might be able to play in Friday's clash in Seattle, the Argentine manager confirmed Ricardo Pepi will start in his place.