Aziz Behich
Robert Cianflone/Getty Images

Behich winner all but secures Socceroos WC spot

The Socceroos have effectively punched their ticket to the 2026 FIFA World Cup after an Aziz Behich stunner in the 90th minute lifted them to a 1-0 win over Japan at a sold-out Optus Stadium.
Jun 5, 2025, 09:49 am - AAP

Match Timeline

Australia
Japan
  • 45
  • 45
  • 64
  • 68
  • 69
  • 70
  • 80
  • 90

Match Commentary

90'
Aziz Behich (Australia) Goal at 90'
80'
Daniel Arzani (Australia) Substitution at 80'
70'
Shuto Machino (Japan) Substitution at 70'
Match Stats
AUSJPN
Possession
31.3%
68.731.3
68.7%
Shots on Goal
3
1
Shot Attempts
6
13
Yellow Cards
0
0
Corner Kicks
1
8
Saves
1
2