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Harry Souttar

Harry Souttar

Australian-Scottish association football player

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  • Sep 30

    Brazil releases injured Raphinha ahead of India friendly after win in Australia

    The Brazilian Football Confederation confirmed on Wednesday that Barcelona forward Raphinha will miss Saturday's friendly against India in Kolkata due to a muscle edema in his right thigh sustained in Brisbane.

  • Jul 4

    Egypt reaches first World Cup round of 16 after penalty shootout win over Australia, goalkeeper substitution backfires

    A late goalkeeper substitution by Australia coach Tony Popovic failed to deliver as Egypt won a penalty shootout 4-2 in Dallas, reaching the World Cup knockout stage for the first time.

  • Jun 26

    Australia advances to World Cup last 16 after goalless draw with Paraguay; Turkey stuns USA in consolation win

    Australia secured a spot in the 2026 World Cup round of 16 with a 0-0 draw against Paraguay, while already-eliminated Turkey beat group winners USA 3-2 in a dramatic finish.

  • Jun 1

    Australia names youthful 26-man World Cup squad as Cristian Volpato switches allegiance from Italy

    Coach Tony Popovic has named a daring 26-man Australia squad for the 2026 World Cup, headlined by former Italy youth international Cristian Volpato's last-minute switch and featuring 17 tournament debutants.

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Trump pauses Russia sanctions to ease diesel-price pressure

Donald Trump signed an executive order pausing a Russia sanctions package that Congress passed in September and that was due to take effect within days. The waiver came as the White House sought lower diesel prices before the 3 November midterm elections.

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