Australia's coach Tony Popovic voiced his displeasure with the officiating following their 2-0 World Cup loss to the United States. He felt referee Felix Zwayer had an off day, particularly regarding the controversial second US goal. Despite the referee criticism, Popovic acknowledged his team's sluggish start and conceded soft goals, which ultimately proved costly as the US secured their spot in the Round of 32.

Socceroos' coach Tony Popovic's surprise first-half lineup was no match for the USA's offence.

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