History beckons but a 'fearless' opponent awaits the Socceroos

According to ABC News Australia, the Socceroos are on the brink of only their third FIFA World Cup knockout encounter in history. They face Egypt, whose star forward Mohamed Salah is uncertain to play due to a fitness concern. The Egyptians claim fearlessness, but Australia isn't taking anything for granted. This is historic for the Socceroos: they've reached a World Cup knockout stage just twice before in their entire history. With Salah's status in doubt, Australia senses opportunity—but they know the real opponent is their own confidence.

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