Australia coach Tony Popovic hailed a "special day" for the Socceroos at the World Cup after they reached the round of 32 with a 0-0 draw against Paraguay on Thursday.

Australia only need a draw to finish as Group D runners-up but head coach Tony Popovic insists the team will go into the crunch clash ‘to win’

Australia has advanced to the knockout round for the third time in men's FIFA World Cup history.

Australia secured a spot in the World Cup's round of 32 with a goalless draw against Paraguay. The Socceroos, finishing second in Group D, advanced to the knockout stage for the…