Los Angeles, United States, June 19, 2026 (AFP) - Australia seek 'respect' from US amid World Cup 'layup' row

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2026-06-19

Socceroos coach Tony Popovic said victory over the United States on Friday would earn his side "respect," in the wake of disparaging comments by US pundits about the Australian side that have triggered a long-brewing row. Rage has simmered Down Under ever since a US analyst called Australia a "layup" after the World Cup draw in December, which placed the Socceroos in the same Group D as the co-hosts. The term -- a basketball expression for a very......

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