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Socceroos aim to defy World Cup underdog tag

Published May 4, 2026 · Updated May 4, 2026 · The Guardian

Coach Tony Popovic is determined to prove his team can escape one of the World Cup's toughest groups, featuring Turkey, US, and Paraguay.

Coach Tony Popovic is assembling players in Florida ahead of the June 1 squad deadline, with the Socceroos looking to overturn predictions of their group stage exit. The Australian team has been handed a potential lifeline for Qatar 2022 hero Mat Leckie.

Popovic departs for pre-tournament preparations in Florida on Wednesday, bringing players in as they finish their seasons. The Socceroos face a challenging group that includes Turkey, United States, and Paraguay in the upcoming World Cup. asg-reflektory.pl

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