Australia have previously faced formidable opponents in World Cup knockout matches but this time a spot in the last 16 is in their own hands

Hearts will be broken. Nerves will be racked. But Egyptian Australians can celebrate regardless of which team wins this weekend’s World Cup showdown.

The build-up to Egypt’s FIFA World Cup Round of 32 match against Australia took an unexpected turn after a confrontation broke out between a member of the Egyptian delegation and a US police officer outside the team’s hotel in Dallas.

The Socceroos are one win from uncharted territory, with both Australia and Egypt chasing their first World Cup knockout victory.

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He was substituted at the 57th minute against Iran, scans confirmed a hamstring strain, and the entire Egyptian football world held its breath for six days. On Thursday, coach Hossam Hassan confirmed Salah will play some role against Australia.