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Former Australian soccer captain Paul Wade has disclosed a probable diagnosis of chronic traumatic encephalopathy linked to repeated heading impacts, joining international calls for stricter protocols in the sport.
Australia qualified for the World Cup knockout stage on Thursday following a tense 0-0 stalemate against Paraguay in California. The Socceroos secured second place in Group D, setting up a last-16 matchup with the runner-up from Group G.
Brian Brobbey's two-goal performance in the Netherlands' 5-1 victory over Sweden has thrust the 24-year-old into contention as the primary attacker for Ronald Koeman's side, potentially succeeding veteran Memphis Depay.