How far can the Socceroos really go at the FIFA World Cup? (opens original article in a new tab)

Australia's Socceroos face a challenging World Cup group but have not advanced beyond the first knockout stage in their history.

• Australia's Socceroos have never advanced beyond the first knockout stage in the World Cup.
• The team's group includes the USA, Türkiye, and Paraguay, with no clear powerhouse.
• Former players express mixed confidence in Australia's ability to progress beyond the group stage.