The story
The Australia national football team, affectionately known to their passionate supporters as the Socceroos, enter the FIFA World Cup 2026 with high expectations. Currently ranked number 27 in the world, they bring a unique tactical identity and style from AFC to this expanded 48-team tournament.
Relentless, organised and impossible to dislike - the ultimate tournament grinders.
With the tournament co-hosted across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, Australia will count on their travelling support to create a vibrant atmosphere. Their primary objective will be to make a statement in Group D and navigate their way to the high-stakes knockout rounds.
What to watch
Keep a close eye on their transition play in Group D. The connection between Cristian Volpato and Riley McGree is crucial to their attacking spark.
X-factor
Cristian Volpato - the clinical playmaker who holds the ability to turn a match on its head with a single moment of magic.
Australia are poised to be one of the most intriguing stories of the group stage, bringing great energy to the tournament.
Their fixtures
أستراليا 
Turkiye أستراليا 2-0 Turkiye
أستراليا 2-0 Turkiye. المجموعة D. Gillette Stadium، بوسطن. الأحد، 14 يونيو.
الولايات المتحدة أستراليا الولايات المتحدة 2-0 أستراليا
الولايات المتحدة 2-0 أستراليا. المجموعة D. Mercedes-Benz Stadium، أتلانتا. الجمعة، 19 يونيو.
أستراليا 
باراغواي أستراليا 0-0 باراغواي
أستراليا 0-0 باراغواي. المجموعة D. Gillette Stadium، بوسطن. الثلاثاء، 23 يونيو.
أستراليا 
مصر أستراليا 1-1 ركلات مصر بركلات الترجيح
أستراليا 1-1 ركلات مصر بركلات الترجيح. دور الـ32. AT&T Stadium، Arlington. الجمعة، 3 يوليو.