What Australia needs to beat Egypt in the Round of 32

Australia's Lucas Herrington heads the ball during the World Cup Group D soccer match between Paraguay and Australia. Source: AAP / Eakin Howard

The Socceroos take on Egypt in the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Round of 32 on Saturday, 4 July. Gurkha Nepalese Community (GNC) President Rajiv Pradhan and financial advisor Bishwas Bhattarai, who is also active in community football, share their views on the Socceroos' campaign so far and the upcoming decider.

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