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World Cup biggest winners and losers: Reactions after all 48 teams' second games
All 48 teams in the World Cup have played exactly two games, so we look at the players and nations who were winners and losers.
FIFA World Cup 2026: How to watch the Socceroos, fixtures, results, all you need to know
ESPN has all the answers to your questions about the 2026 FIFA World Cup. When and where is the final being held? How can I watch the Socceroos' games? Who has made the Australia squad?
2026 World Cup: How teams can advance to the knockout rounds
Who can secure qualification before the group stage ends, and whose World Cup dreams could be shattered? Here's what you need to know.
Will Miguel Almirón's absence hurt Paraguay?
Roberto Rojas discusses the ripple effects of Miguel Almirón's red card on the Paraguay camp, and how the team will line up against the Socceroos.
Socceroos World Cup Daily: Australia looking for Paraguay's flaws
Socceroos staff are poring over every detail to look for an advantage ahead of Thursday's crunch clash with Paraguay.
Paul Okon flags changes to Socceroos lineup vs. Paraguay
Multiple changes to the Socceroos XI to take on Paraguay have been flagged by assistant coach Paul Okon, with one to be enforced after Mathew Leckie was ruled out through injury.
Okon discusses Volpato, Irankunda, Metcalfe's playing time
Socceroos assistant coach Paul Okon understands questions about whether Australia's exciting attacking talent will feature more against Paraguay.
Paul Okon on any changes to the XI against Paraguay
Socceroos assistant Paul Okon believes Australia will make changes to the starting XI in their final World Cup group stage clash against Paraguay.
Every team's championship, group odds for the 2026 World Cup
Odds for every team to advance from its group through the knockout stage and to win the 2026 World Cup.
Inside the Socceroos' plans to make history in the World Cup knockouts
Hayden Foxe has tells ESPN extensive work has been done to ensure the Socceroos will be ready to pursue a first-ever knockout stage win regardless of where they end up after the Paraguay clash.
FIFA World Cup Table
| # | TEAM | GP | GD | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 2 | +5 | 6 |
| 2 | Australia | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| 3 | Paraguay | 2 | -2 | 3 |
| 4 | Türkiye | 2 | -3 | 0 |
Team Leaders
Top Scorers
| # | Player | Goals | M | A |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | Connor Metcalf.. | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 17 | Nestory Iranku.. | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 18 | Patrick Beach | 0 | 2 | 0 |
Top Assists
| # | Player | Assists | M | G |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 | Paul Okon-Engs.. | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 18 | Patrick Beach | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 19 | Harry Souttar | 0 | 2 | 0 |