250325 -- HANGZHOU, March 25, 2025 -- Jackson Irvine C of Australia celebrates his goal during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, WM, Weltmeisterschaft, Fussball Asian Qualifier Group C match between China and Australia in Hangzhou, China, March 25, 2025. SPCHINA-HANGZHOU-FOOTBALL-FIFA WORLD CUP QUALIFIER-CHINA VS AUSTRALIA CN HuangxZongzhi PUBLICATIONxNOTxINxCHN

Irvine (r.) is a crucial part of his country's fortunes.