AFC · GROUP D · FIFA WORLD CUP 2026
Australia WC2026
Socceroos — Back on the World Stage
After a stunning run to the Round of 16 at Qatar 2022, Australia return with ambitions to go even further. Coach Tony Popovic leads a hungry Socceroos side into Group D alongside USA, Paraguay and a European qualifier.
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Socceroos at a Glance
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WC Appearances
2006
QF Best (2006)
R16
Qatar 2022
AFC
Confederation
Six Storylines to Watch
🥅 Ryan's Last Stand
Goalkeeper Maty Ryan at the peak of his powers for what could be a defining World Cup campaign.
⚡ The Leckie Effect
Captain Mathew Leckie's pace and work rate set the tone — can he replicate his iconic 2022 Denmark goal?
🏰 Souttar's Wall
Harry Souttar towers over opposing strikers — Australia's defensive backbone at WC2026.
🆕 Popovic Revolution
New coach Tony Popovic brings fresh energy, pressing style, and tactical discipline to the Socceroos.
🌏 AFC in America
Australia travel across the Pacific to Group D — playing on American soil against USA at their home tournament.
🏆 QF or Bust?
2022's R16 run showed Australia can shock anyone. The target: reach the QF and match their 2006 heroics.
Key Players
M
Maty Ryan
Real Sociedad · Goalkeeper
M
Mathew Leckie
Melbourne City · Winger
H
Harry Souttar
Leicester City · Defender
R
Riley McGree
Middlesbrough · Midfielder
M
Martin Boyle
Hibernian · Winger
A
Aziz Behich
Dundee United · Left Back
M
Mitchell Duke
Fagiano Okayama · Striker
K
Keanu Baccus
St Mirren · Midfielder
Socceroos Highlights
Spain vs Australia Highlights | FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup 2026™
Socceroos Into Knockouts | Australia v Paraguay | 2026 World Cup EXTENDED HIGHLIGHTS
Australia vs Chile Highlights | FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup 2026™
Australia Stun Turkey For Dream Start | 2026 World Cup EXTENDED HIGHLIGHTS
EXTENDED HIGHLIGHTS | USA v Australia | 2026 World Cup
1-Minute Match: Australia v Spain For The First Time Ever | 2014 World Cup
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