Socceroos to meet Egypt in World Cup last 32 after Iran denied in wild finish to Group G

Australia to face the Pharaohs at 4am AEST on Saturday 4 July Tony Popovic’s side locked in spot in knockouts as Group D runners-up The Socceroos’ last 32 opponent is set with Egypt to come next, after a rollercoaster evening in Group G that at different times had the formidable Belgium and the underdog Iran in line to play Australia. It will be Egypt’s anthem, however, playing alongside Advance Australia Fair in Dallas just before 4am AEST on Saturday 4 July, after the African nation secured a 1-1 draw against an unfortunate Iran to secure second place in Group G. Continue reading…