Socceroos captain Harry Souttar has reflected on Australia's 2-0 loss to the United States, stating that the team is now fully focused on their final group stage match against Paraguay on Friday.
Speaking to the media after Saturday's defeat, Souttar acknowledged the disappointment but stressed the importance of moving on quickly. 'We can be disappointed today, but tomorrow morning full focus has got to be on winning that last game,' he said.
The loss to the US was a reality check for the Socceroos, who were outclassed by a superior American side. The team will need to regroup quickly as they prepare for a crucial encounter against Paraguay, which will determine their fate in the tournament.
Looking ahead
Souttar emphasized that the squad is determined to bounce back and secure a victory in their final group stage match. The defender highlighted the need for a strong performance to keep their World Cup hopes alive.
'We know what we need to do. Paraguay will be a tough opponent, but we believe in ourselves and our ability to get the result we need,' Souttar added.
The Socceroos will now shift their attention to training and tactical preparations, aiming to correct the mistakes that led to the loss against the US. The team remains confident that they can still advance to the knockout stages.
