Australia Secures Spot in Asian Cup Knockout Stage with Win Over Syria

Midfielder Jackson Irvine scores decisive goal in 1-0 victory, marking Australia's second win in Group B.

Australia advances to the knockout stage of the Asian Cup after a 1-0 victory over Syria, with midfielder Jackson Irvine scoring the decisive goal.
The win secures Australia's top spot in Group B, with a perfect record of two wins from two games.
Syria's best chance came early in the game when Pablo Sabbag hit the post, but Australia dominated possession for the majority of the match.
Despite the win, Australia's performances have not been convincing, with a lack of creativity and incisiveness in the final third.
Australia's next match is against Uzbekistan, while Syria will face India.