Sports · 25 June 2026
Australia makes changes for crucial Paraguay game
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Australia's World Cup hopes hang on their final group game against Paraguay, with changes expected to the lineup. The Socceroos will be missing Jacob Italiano and Mat Leckie, forcing coach Tony Popovic to consider new players like Nestory Irankunda. Defender Jason Geria confirmed they won't play for a draw, even though a narrow defeat could still see them through.
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