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A record nine Asian teams competed in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but only Australia and Japan advanced past the group stage. Both lost in the Round of 32, while five AFC sides finished winless. FIFA reviews performances, emerging talents, and future outlook for each nation.
Everton have signed Australia striker Holly McNamara on a free transfer after her contract with Melbourne City expired. The 23-year-old two-time A-League Golden Boot winner chose Everton over top clubs in Europe and the US.
Argentina overcame a spirited Cabo Verde in extra time to reach the Round of 16, where they will face Egypt after the Pharaohs beat Australia on penalties. Cabo Verde twice came from behind before an own goal decided the match.
Egypt defeated Australia 4-2 in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw in Dallas, securing their first knockout win at a FIFA World Cup. Mohamed Salah scored a Panenka penalty as the Pharaohs advanced to face Argentina or Cabo Verde.
Egypt beat Australia on penalties to secure their first-ever World Cup knockout stage victory, advancing to the round of 16 where they will face either Argentina or Cape Verde.
Mohamed Salah said his Panenka penalty for Egypt against Australia in the 2026 World Cup shootout was a last-minute decision. Egypt advanced to the round of 16 after the win.
Emam Ashour scored a header to give Egypt the lead against Australia in their 2026 World Cup round of 32 match in Dallas.
Nestory Irankunda's World Cup debut goal for Australia sparked pride in South Australia's Burundian community. Community leader Joel Hakizimana recalls Irankunda's rise from refugee camp to professional football, highlighting the natural talent and fearlessness that propelled him to Bayern Munich and the Socceroos.
Egypt are optimistic Mohamed Salah will recover from a hamstring strain in time to face Australia in the World Cup last-32. The captain returned to training on Tuesday after injury against Iran. Defensive concerns also loom for the Pharaohs.
Egypt's historic World Cup run is threatened by injuries to Mohamed Salah, Ahmed Fattouh, and Mohamed Abdelmonem. The Pharaohs face Australia in the Round of 32 on July 3.
Egypt and Australia will face off in the World Cup Round of 32. A poll of 73,427 votes shows 75% favor Egypt, 25% Australia.
Australia drew 0-0 with Paraguay in their final Group D match of the FIFA World Cup 2026, securing second place and a spot in the Round of 32. Paraguay must wait to see if they advance as one of the best third-placed teams.
The United States won Group D and advanced to the World Cup round of 32 alongside Australia.
Australia and Paraguay shared points in their match. The result secures Australia's qualification to the Round of 32, while Paraguay awaits its fate.
Aiden O'Neill received the FIFA Man of the Match award for his performance representing Australia.
Australia has secured qualification for the Round of 32 at the FIFA World Cup. The team advances to the knockout stage of the tournament.
Australia secured their place in the last 32, while Paraguay are almost certain to join them after a drab draw in San Francisco that suited both sides.
Paraguay and Australia face off in San Francisco on Thursday with a place in the Round of 32 at stake. Both teams control their own destiny in Group D, where the USA has already advanced. Victory would secure knockout-stage qualification for the winner.
A gallery of the best images from matchday 9 of the FIFA World Cup 2026, featuring USA fans in eagle costumes, Brazil's acrobatic defense, and Paraguay's historic win while a man down.
USA defeated Australia 2-0 in Seattle to secure a spot in the Round of 32 with a game to spare. Goals from an own goal and Alex Freeman extended the co-hosts' winning streak, marking their first back-to-back World Cup wins since 1930.
