Andrew Redmayne’s memorable penalty shoot-out cameo in the 2022 World Cup play-off was planned well in advance. This time, Australia’s goalkeepers were kept in the dark until the last moment.

Australia brought on veteran goalkeeper Mathew Ryan in the 119th minute for a penalty shootout at the 2026 World Cup, a dramatic gamble by coach Tony

Tony Popovic made a bold call to swap out young 'keeper Pat Beach with veteran Mat Ryan for Australia's penalty shoot out defeat to Egypt. It didn't pay off.