'He got that wrong': Schwarzer says selection mistakes cost Socceroos
Socceroos legend Mark Schwarzer criticized coach Tony Popovic for his team selection in the 2-0 World Cup defeat against the USA. Popovic’s decision to bench key players Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalfe proved detrimental as Australia struggled under pressure from 66,925 fans, resulting in a disappointing missed opportunity to secure a top spot in the group.
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Published 20 Jun 2026, 00:25 UTC · Updated 20 Jun 2026, 00:30 UTC
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