Australia World Cup 2026: Squad, Fixtures, Results & History
Australia are competing at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America, in Group H alongside Portugal, Turkey, Czechia. Here is everything you need to know about Australia’s 2026 World Cup campaign.
Australia World Cup 2026: Key Facts
| Confederation | AFC |
| FIFA Ranking | #23 |
| Group | Group H |
| Group Opponents | Portugal, Turkey, Czechia |
| Head Coach | Tony Popovic |
| Star Player | Mathew Ryan |
| World Cup Appearances | 6 |
| Best Result | Round of 16 (2006, 2022) |
Australia 2026 World Cup Squad
Australia named their 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup on June 2, 2026.
Goalkeepers: Mathew Ryan, Danny Vukovic, Joe Gauci
Defenders: Miloš Degenek, Harry Souttar, Bailey Wright, Aziz Behich, Nathaniel Atkinson
Midfielders: Jackson Irvine, Aaron Mooy, Riley McGree, Martin Boyle, Ajdin Hrustic
Forwards: Mathew Leckie, Mitchell Duke, Jamie Maclaren, Craig Goodwin, Awer Mabil
Australia World Cup 2026 Fixtures
| Date | Match | Result |
|---|---|---|
| June 12 | Australia vs Turkey | TBC |
| June 17 | Australia vs Czechia | TBC |
| June 22 | Australia vs Portugal | TBC |
Key Players to Watch
Mathew Ryan
The experienced goalkeeper is Australia’s captain and most important player. His performances in European football and World Cup experience make him the rock on which Australia’s defensive organisation is built.
Jackson Irvine
The St. Pauli midfielder is Australia’s most consistent performer in the centre of the pitch. His leadership, box-to-box energy and ability to contribute at both ends of the pitch make him a vital player for the Socceroos.
Mathew Leckie
The experienced winger is known for big performances in big moments — he scored the iconic goal against Denmark at the 2022 World Cup to send Australia to the knockout rounds. His pace and direct running make him a constant threat.
Australia World Cup History
Australia reached the Round of 16 at the 2006 World Cup, their most memorable modern tournament. Under Graham Arnold they dramatically repeated that feat in 2022, defeating Denmark before losing to Argentina. The 2022 campaign with Sam Kerr’s women’s team also hosting alongside them generated huge football interest across the country.
How Did Australia Qualify for World Cup 2026?
Australia qualified through AFC Asian qualifying, finishing in the top five to secure automatic qualification. They have become one of Asia’s most consistent qualifiers since switching from the OFC confederation.
Australia World Cup 2026 Prediction
Australia face a very tough Group H with Portugal as the headline match. Qualifying from this group will be extremely difficult, but Australia have shown at previous World Cups they can produce upsets when the team is organised and motivated. They will need their best performance to advance.
Follow this page for live match updates, results and news on Australia at World Cup 2026. Last updated: June 6, 2026.
