What the Socceroos need to qualify for knockout stage

Australia are now locked in a battle with Denmark to join France in the knockout phase of the 2018 FIFA World Cup from Group C. So, what do the Socceroos need to do to progress?

Australia's Mathew Ryan looks dejected after conceding during clash against Denmark . Source: Getty Images

WHAT AUSTRALIA NEEDS TO QUALIFY FOR ROUND OF 16

Essentially, the equation is this: win and hope.

The Socceroos' 1-1 draw with Denmark and France's 1-0 defeat of Peru ensures Les Bleus will be in the knockout stage and confirms Peru cannot continue on in Russia.

Australia drew 1-1 against Denmark. So, what's next? Source: Getty Images Europe

It leaves Denmark and Australia in a shootout to accompany France in the round of 16, with the Socceroos' World Cup hopes hanging by a thread.

But Bert van Marwijk's side can still continue on in Russia past next week's showdown against Peru in Sochi.

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