The Socceroos claimed consecutive 1-0 wins over Tunisia and Denmark to claim second spot in Group D.
Graham Arnold’s side will now face heavyweights Argentina in the knockout stages with both sides given just two days of recovery time.
Lionel Messi and Co. will be strong favourites in this match, but Australia have kept back-to-back clean sheets and have enough depth to shake things up slightly when it comes to their starting side in search of another upset.
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Australia confirmed lineup vs Argentina
Australia bring in Keanu Bacchus for Craig Goodwin for the clash as coach Graham Arnold makes a change in midfield.
Australia confirmed lineup (4-3-3, right to left): 1. Ryan (GK) — 2. Degenek, 19. Souttar, 4. Rowles, 16. Behich — 26. Bacchus, 13. Mooy, 22. Irvine — 15. Duke, 14. McGree, 7. Leckie
Injured: Martin Boyle (removed from squad) Suspended: None
Australia World Cup squad
Here are the 26 names on Australia’s World Cup squad in Qatar (Caps correct as of start of Qatar 2022):
