Australia turns its attention to FIFA World Cup after practice games

The time for talking is done. Australia has had its final pre-World Cup hit-out, playing a one-all draw with Switzerland in San Diego, which produced a clearer picture of what can be expected from the Socceroos when they face Türkiye in Vancouver.Stay across the latest news, analysis and features from the 2026 FIFA World Cup here.Australia matched the Swiss for large parts of the game, with a stunning through ball from Cameron Burgess ultimately setting up debutant Tete Yengi for his first international goal.But it wasn't all plain sailing, with goalkeeper Patrick Beach making several important saves, while another debutant in Cristian Volpato struggled to get involved early on.So a week out from the Socceroos opener, what can we glean about Tony Popovic's side.Nestory Irankunda is a dilemma for Tony Popovic But they couldn't sustain it, and Switzerland quickly got control of the game and forced Australia to defend for long periods.It resulted in a goal to Dan Ndoye following a brilliant pass from Swiss captain Granit Xhaka after 14 minutes, but Switzerland should have had two or three if not for Beach in goal and some desperate defending.After the drinks break, Australia worked its way into the game, and eventually found an equaliser through debutant Tete Yengi.The slow starts must be a cause for concern and a bit perplexing for Popovic and his side, considering how quickly they can turn momentum after the drinks break.If Australia wants to progress in this World Cup, it cannot afford to let teams have the territory and possession afforded to both Mexico and Switzerland.Popovic has a week to find a solution.