Australia was knocked out of the World Cup by Egypt in the first round of knockout games in a penalty shoot-out. The coach was under fire for replacing the goalkeeper, but Patrick Beach was comfortable with the decision.

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

Australia 1-1 Egypt (2-4 pens): Ryan was brought off the bench in the last minute to go in goal for the shootout but failed to save a single penalty as the Socceroos crashed out…