Kick off for the Round of 32 match between Australia and Egypt is only hours away, as both sides inspected the pitch in Dallas.
Tony Popovic says his side is confident but relaxed ahead of the must-win game.
The Socceroos are hoping to win a knockout-round match for the first time at a men’s World Cup finals.
Egypt is also looking to achieve the same feat, but coach Hossam Hassan says he’s still unsure if injured star Mohamed Salah will start the game.
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