Australia
Australia’s World Cup journey reflects growing ambition and competitiveness, highlighted by the team’s best finish in 2006 when the Socceroos reached the Round of 16 and pushed eventual champions Italy deep into a dramatic knockout match. With six total appearances—1974, 2006, 2010, 2014, 2018, and 2022—Australia has been a regular participant at the tournament since joining the Asian Football Confederation. The 2006 squad marked a major milestone as the first Australian team to score multiple goals in a World Cup and advance from the group stage. Tim Cahill stands as Australia’s top World Cup scorer with five goals, including his unforgettable volley against the Netherlands in 2014, widely regarded as one of the greatest goals in tournament history. Cahill also holds a rare distinction of being one of the few players to score in three consecutive World Cups, cementing his status as an Australian football icon.
Discover the official Australia squad for the FIFA World Cup 2026. Explore player profiles, positions, and key stats for each member of the team as they prepare to compete on football’s biggest stage.
Aziz Eraltay Behich
Defender
Dec 16, 1990
Mathew David Ryan
Goalkeeper
Apr 8, 1992
Alexander Joseph Gersbach
Defender
May 8, 1997
Jackson Alexander Irvine
Midfielder
Mar 7, 1993
Andrew James Redmayne
Goalkeeper
Jan 13, 1989
Ryan Strain
Defender
Apr 2, 1997
Craig Alexander Goodwin
Midfielder
Dec 16, 1991
Connor Isaac Metcalfe
Midfielder
Nov 5, 1999
Gianni Ryan Stensness
Defender
Feb 7, 1999
Keanu Kole Baccus
Midfielder
Jun 7, 1998
Mitchell Thomas Duke
Attacker
Jan 18, 1991
Lewis Miller
Defender
Aug 24, 2000
Kye Francis Rowles
Defender
Jun 24, 1998
Harry James Souttar
Defender
Oct 22, 1998
Martin Callie Boyle
Attacker
Apr 25, 1993
Jack Henry Stewart Iredale
Defender
May 2, 1996
Al Hassan Toure
Attacker
May 30, 2000
Nectarios Triantis
Midfielder
May 11, 2003
Nicolas Milanovic
Midfielder
Nov 14, 2001
Jordan Jacob Bos
Defender
Oct 29, 2002
Meet the coaching staff behind Australia’s World Cup 2026 campaign. Learn about the head coach, assistant coaches, and support team who are responsible for preparing the squad and leading them on the path to glory.
Anthony Popović
Birthday:
Jul 4, 1973
Nationality:
Australia
Explore the most recent matches played by Australia in the FIFA World Cup 2026. Get insights into match results, key moments, and player performances.
Australia vs Curaçao
5 : 1
Mar 31, 2026 • FIFA Series
AAMI Park, Melbourne
Australia vs Cameroon
1 : 0
Mar 27, 2026 • FIFA Series
Accor Stadium, Sydney
Colombia vs Australia
3 : 0
Nov 19, 2025 • Friendlies
Citi Field, Flushing
Venezuela vs Australia
1 : 0
Nov 15, 2025 • Friendlies
Shell Energy Stadium, Houston
USA vs Australia
2 : 1
Oct 15, 2025 • Friendlies
Dick's Sporting Goods Park, Commerce City
Canada vs Australia
0 : 1
Oct 10, 2025 • Friendlies
Saputo Stadium, Montreal
New Zealand vs Australia
1 : 3
Sep 9, 2025 • Friendlies
Go Media Stadium, Auckland
Australia vs New Zealand
1 : 0
Sep 5, 2025 • Friendlies
GIO Stadium Canberra, Canberra
Saudi Arabia vs Australia
1 : 2
Jun 10, 2025 • World Cup - Qualification Asia
King Abdullah Sports City, Jeddah
Australia vs Japan
1 : 0
Jun 5, 2025 • World Cup - Qualification Asia
Optus Stadium, Perth
Follow Australia’s journey to the FIFA World Cup 2026, from the qualification process to their performance in the tournament. See how they secured their spot and what challenges they faced along the way.
Played
Qualification matches played
Won
Matches won
Drawn
Matches drawn
Lost
Matches lost
Goals For
Total goals scored
Goals Against
Total goals conceded
Goal Difference
GF minus GA
Points
3 per win, 1 per draw
Road to WC
Match | Date | MatchUp | Stadium | City | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Nov 16, 2023 | Australia vs Bangladesh | Melbourne Rectangular Stadium | Melbourne | 7:0 |
2 | Nov 21, 2023 | Palestine vs Australia | Jaber Al Ahmad International Stadium | Kuwait | 0:1 |
3 | Mar 21, 2024 | Australia vs Lebanon | Western Sydney Stadium | Parramatta | 2:0 |
4 | Mar 26, 2024 | Lebanon vs Australia | GIO Stadium | Canberra | 0:5 |
5 | Jun 6, 2024 | Bangladesh vs Australia | Bashundhara Kings Arena | Dhaka | 0:2 |
6 | Jun 11, 2024 | Australia vs Palestine | HBF Park | Perth | 5:0 |
7 | Sep 5, 2024 | Australia vs Bahrain | Cbus Super Stadium | Gold Coast | 0:1 |
8 | Sep 10, 2024 | Indonesia vs Australia | Istora Gelora Bung Karno | Jakarta | 0:0 |
9 | Oct 10, 2024 | Australia vs China | Adelaide Oval | Adelaide | 3:1 |
10 | Oct 15, 2024 | Japan vs Australia | Saitama Stadium | Saitama | 1:1 |
11 | Nov 14, 2024 | Australia vs Saudi Arabia | Melbourne Rectangular Stadium | Melbourne | 0:0 |
12 | Nov 19, 2024 | Bahrain vs Australia | Bahrain National Stadium | Riffa | 2:2 |
13 | Mar 20, 2025 | Australia vs Indonesia | Sydney Football Stadium | Sydney | 5:1 |
14 | Mar 25, 2025 | China vs Australia | Changzhou Olympic Sports Centre | Changzhou | 0:2 |
15 | Jun 5, 2025 | Australia vs Japan | Optus Stadium | Perth | 1:0 |
16 | Jun 10, 2025 | Saudi Arabia vs Australia | King Abdullah Sports City | Jeddah | 1:2 |
Explore Australia’s rich history in the FIFA World Cup, from their debut to their most memorable moments. Discover key matches, legendary players, and the team’s journey through past tournaments as they aim for glory in 2026.
Riley McGree
A creative attacking midfielder who links play and unlocks defenses, McGree adds accuracy and big-moment quality—highlighted by his decisive assist against Japan in qualifiers.
Connor Metcalfe
A modern central midfielder with energy and creativity, Metcalfe helps drive Australia’s tempo through the middle and has delivered key contributions in the World Cup qualifying run.
Mathew Ryan
Ryan is Australia’s captain and first-choice keeper through multiple qualification cycles. His leadership, shot-stopping, and experience in Europe (Valencia, Brighton, AZ) make him crucial for Australia’s 2026 campaign.
Harry Souttar
A towering centre-back and major set-piece threat, Souttar is one of Australia’s most important defensive leaders. He brings aerial dominance and organization to the back line.
Jackson Irvine
Irvine is a key figure in Australia’s midfield during qualification. Known for his stamina, pressing intensity, and box-to-box presence. Irvine’s consistency and leadership have made him one of the Socceroos’ most reliable performers.
Jamie Maclaren
Maclaren is one of the top Australian forwards of his generation, known for his impressive A-League scoring record. His finishing and intelligent movement have made him a key contributor in Australia’s recent World Cup qualification campaigns.
Tim Cahill
Australia’s greatest-ever goal scorer and a global football icon. Cahill is famous for his heading ability, clutch goals, and four consecutive World Cup appearances (2006–2018). His volleys and leadership helped put Australia firmly on the world football map.
Harry Kewell
Kewell, an attacking midfielder, is one of the most technically gifted Australian players. Known for his creativity, dribbling, and big-game moments, he starred for Leeds and Liverpool at the highest levels, inspiring future generations of Australian talent.
Mark Schwarzer
Schwarzer is the most legendary goalkeeper in Australia’s history and the backbone of the national team for nearly two decades. Key in Australia’s qualification for the 2006 World Cup after saving two penalties vs. Uruguay.
Mark Viduka
One of Australia’s greatest-ever strikers and the leading figure of the golden generation. Viduka combined strength and sharp finishing, captaining the Socceroos at the 2006 World Cup and delivering iconic goals that helped define Australia’s modern football rise.
Australia will play its World Cup 2026 matches in the following stadiums across North America. Each venue offers a unique atmosphere and experience for fans, with state-of-the-art facilities and passionate local support. Check the schedule to see which stadiums will host Australia’s group stage and potential knockout matches.
FIFA is employing a dynamic pricing model, so prices can go up or down depending on demand. Due to this, there is no specific price point as yet. Fans can expect prices to vary across tournament phases and matches. As a result, the lowest official stadium prices, for example, are anticipated to start from around $60, while premium hospitality packages can run up to $7,875.
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A total of 104 matches will take place.
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Yes, standard entry and visa requirements for the host countries still apply. In some cases, holding a valid World Cup ticket may offer priority visa processing, depending on the country’s regulations.
48 teams will participate.
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