Jackson Irvine has announced that he will be undergoing foot surgery, which means he will be unavailable for the Socceroos' last two qualifiers for the World Cup. His decision adds pressure to coach Tony Popovic as the team prepares to face critical matches against Japan and Saudi Arabia, crucial for their qualification for the World Cup in North America next year.
In a heartfelt message shared on social media, Irvine expressed his unwavering support for both the Socceroos and his club, St Pauli, emphasizing his belief that they can achieve their goals despite his absence. He has been sidelined for two weeks, and after undergoing scans, the decision for surgery was made to address his foot injury, putting him out of action during an important time for his club as they fight against relegation in the Bundesliga.
The timing of his surgery poses a significant challenge for the Socceroos, who are already missing key players such as defensive leader Harry Souttar and wingback Jordan Bos. The midfield has been further impacted, with Massimo Luongo lacking game time at Ipswich Town, Aiden O'Neill recently transferring to New York City FC, and Connor Metcalfe just recovering from an ankle injury, making Irvine's loss even more pronounced as they prepare for these vital matches.
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