Socceroos receive World Cup wake-up call and have a week to find answers (opens original article in a new tab)

Australia's Socceroos faced a tough first half against the US in the World Cup, struggling with defensive issues and failing to match the US's intensity, but showed some improvement in the second half with substitutions.

• US team dominated first half against Australia in World Cup match
• Australia's defensive strategy failed to counter US pressure
• Australia's coach warned of need for improvement before match
• Australia's second half showed some positive signs with substitutions