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Australia defender Italiano ruled out of Paraguay match

Australia defender Italiano ruled out of Paraguay match
Channel News Asia Wednesday 24 June 2026, 19:56 UTC 1 min read
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Australia defender Italiano ruled out of Paraguay match SANTA CLARA, California, June 24 : Australia full back Jacob Italiano has been ruled out of the World Cup Group D clash against Paraguay due to an adductor injury, coach Tony Popovic said on Wednesday. Italiano, who started both Australia’s opening games, suffered the injury during training. His absence will prompt a reshuffle in defence, with Jason Geria and Aziz Behich among potential replacements.

Australia defender Italiano ruled out of Paraguay match SANTA CLARA, California, June 24 : Australia full back Jacob Italiano has been ruled out of the World Cup Group D clash against Paraguay due to an adductor injury, coach Tony Popovic said on Wednesday. Italiano, who started both Australia’s opening games, suffered the injury during training. His absence will prompt a reshuffle in defence, with Jason Geria and Aziz Behich among potential replacements. Australia need a win or a draw on Thursday to reach the round of 32.
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