The Socceroos have almost certainly secured their place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, barring a mathematical anomaly. While Japan dominated Australia for most of Thursday night's match, Socceroos defender Aziz Behich struck in the 90th minute to deliver a 1-0 win and send the almost 60,000-strong crowd at Perth Stadium into a frenzy.

A last-minute goal from Aziz Behich has given Australia a 1-0 win over Japan in Perth and put the Socceroos within touching distance of the 2026 World Cup. Already-qualified Japan fielded

A win for the Socceroos tonight will all but seal their spot at the 2026 World Cup, but they face a formidable opponent in Japan. Follow all the action.