Gutted but proud, life's a beach for World Cup hero

Gutted but proud, life's a beach for World Cup hero

Patrick Beach has returned to Melbourne, saying there was no need for a private chat with Socceroos coach Tony Popovic after his controversial substitution.

‘Nothing but full respect’: Australian goalkeeper backs coach Popovic’s call to bench him

Australia was knocked out of the World Cup by Egypt in the first round of knockout games in a penalty shoot-out. The coach was under fire for replacing the goalkeeper, but Patrick Beach was comfortable with the decision.

PROUD: Patrick Beach reflects on his World Cup journey

Patrick Beach has returned home from the FIFA World Cup after a breakthrough tournament with the Socceroos, reflecting proudly on Australia’s campaign while already turning his attention to what’s next. Australia’s historic World Cup run came to an end on Saturday morning (AEST), with the Socceroos falling to Egypt in a penalty shootout after an absorbing Round of 32 contest. Melbourne City’s influence was again on full display, with captain Azi…

City ace Beach looking to the future after World Cup heroics

Melbourne City goalkeeper Patrick Beach admits he’s doing his best to block out the noise surrounding his future after landing back in Australia following the Socceroos’ World Cup exit. A shock pick for the opening group stage win over Türkiye, Beach went on to start all four of the Socceroo’s World Cup fixtures in North America before their campaign came to an end at the hands of Egypt on penalties in the Round of 32. The 22-year-old subsequent…