Harry Souttar assumed the captain armband for Australia in their World Cup 2026 knockout match against Egypt on July 3. Egypt fielded Mohamed Salah in a 4-2-3-1 formation as Australia chose a 3-4-2-1 setup. Both sides confirmed their lineups ahead of kickoff. Reports highlight that Souttar has thrived since assuming the leadership role. Observers call this change as a turning point for his recent performances. The game drew widespread attention with part of the final round of 32 matches with other clashes for Argentina and Colombia. Souttar guided the team through the contest amid high pressure before a worldwide audience.