Down but not out: Socceroos take heart from positives in defeat to USA | Jack Snape (opens original article in a new tab)

The Socceroos lost 2-0 to the USA but showed promise with players like Irankunda and Volpato, keeping their World Cup hopes alive with a potential path to the last 32.

• Socceroos lost 2-0 to USA but showed potential for future matches
• Nestory Irankunda and Cristian Volpato emerged as key contributors for Australia
• Australia can qualify for the last 32 with a draw against Paraguay
• Irankunda expressed support for coach's decision despite desire to start