Australia advances to the round of 16 as Denmark is eliminated

Australia eliminated Denmark from the World Cup with a 1-0 victory and first-ever appearance in the round of 16 thanks to Mathew Leckie’s goal.

Australia was aware that, should Tunisia defeat France, they would join Group D champions France in the knockout rounds, whereas Denmark needed to win to have any hope of moving on.

Denmark controlled the first period, but due to their inability to score, Australia was on track to advance until Wahbi Khazri of Tunisia gave the world champions the lead.

Until Leckie weaved into the Danes’ area and scored past Kasper Schmeichel (60), that goal had temporarily taken Tunisia into second place in Group D. However, a tenacious defensive effort made sure it was not given up.