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Australia shock Denmark to reach WC knockouts

Australia reached the World Cup last 16 for the first time since 2006 after Mathew Leckie earned them a shock 1-0 win against Denmark.
May 16, 2023, 11:52 pm - Reuters

Match Timeline

Australia
Denmark
  • KO
  • 4
  • HT
  • 45
  • 45
  • 57
  • 59
  • 60
  • 69
  • 70
  • 74
  • 75
  • 82
  • 89
  • FT

Match Commentary

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Match ends, Australia 1, Denmark 0.
90'+7'
Second Half ends, Australia 1, Denmark 0.
90'+5'
Attempt missed. Andreas Cornelius (Denmark) header from a difficult angle on the right is just a bit too high. Assisted by Christian Eriksen with a cross following a corner.
Match Stats
AUSDEN
Possession
31.2%
68.831.2
68.8%
Shots on Goal
4
3
Shot Attempts
8
13
Yellow Cards
2
1
Corner Kicks
2
6
Saves
3
3