Referee Felix Zwayer collapses during crucial moments of Socceroos' match
Referee Felix Zwayer collapsed due to cramp during the Socceroos’ World Cup match against the USA on June 25, delaying the already painful final minutes. Australia trailed 2-0 and faced elimination, with coach Tony Popovic lamenting the team's sluggish performance. The Socceroos must now win their final group match against Paraguay to progress.
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Published 19 Jun 2026, 22:45 UTC · Updated 19 Jun 2026, 22:50 UTC
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