Tony Popovic’s Socceroos advanced from Group D following a disciplined campaign, bouncing back from an early loss to defeat Turkey and grinding out a vital draw against Paraguay, while the Pharaohs made history under Hossam Hassan by capturing their first-ever World Cup match victory in a 3-1 win over New Zealand.
The world’s No. 1 ranked side has flown through the tournament with flawless efficiency, executing a 10-match winning streak stretching back through the group stages, while Cape Verde, the smallest nation in the tournament, have shocked the world by holding powerhouse nations like Spain and Uruguay to stalemates.