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Tough start for the Socceroos in Qatar

Mathew Ryan of Australia makes a save during the match between the Socceroos and France

Mathew Ryan of Australia makes a save during the match between the Socceroos and France Source: Getty / Elsa

Australia has fallen to a four goals to one defeat to France in their opening game of the World Cup in Qatar. The Socceroos fell away after a promising start in the final of four matches on day three of the tournament



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