Paraguay's Australian-made commune nervous for crucial Cup clash (opens original article in a new tab)

A Paraguayan commune with Australian origins is preparing for Paraguay's World Cup match against Australia, balancing cultural ties with national loyalty.

• Nueva Australia, a Paraguayan commune founded by Australians in 1893, is preparing for Paraguay's World Cup match against Australia.
• Residents maintain cultural ties to Australia but identify as Paraguayans, with some cooking Australian foods and welcoming Australian travelers.
• The commune's history includes a failed socialist utopia led by William Lane, with tensions leading to the collapse of the settlement in the late 19th century.