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The 2026 FIFA World Cup is just around the corner with Australia set to battle in Group D against Turkiye, USA and Paraguay for the right to progress to the knockout stages. Scroll down to see the Socceroos’ full World Cup fixture,
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Socceroos name World Cup squad with 17 potential debutants
Tony Popovic has named his squad for the tournament which is played in the Americas later this month.
The Socceroos have been dealt a massive injury blow ahead of next month's FIFA World Cup, with midfielder Riley McGree ruled out of the tournament.
More than 70,000 fans will pack out the Rose Bowl in California as the Socceroos take on World Cup co-hosts Mexico in a vital pre-tournament friendly a day out from their squad announcement.
The dates, times and venues for Tony Popovic’s team were confirmed on Saturday in Washington DC, the day after the draw for the 2026 event, which has pitted Australia against the USA, Paraguay and the winners of a European playoff — one of Turkey, Romania, Slovakia or Kosovo.
A decision not to screen Socceroos matches at Federation Square has sparked widespread backlash, with the side's ex-captain accusing organisers of missing a key opportunity to unite fans. Melbourne's top civic space has long been a focal point for major sporting events, drawing thousands for live screenings during the FIFA World Cup.
The Socceroos' donation will be a five-figure sum and will be made through the Professional Footballers Australia Footballers' TrustProfimedia Australia will donate part of their match fees from a World Cup 2026 qualifier against Palestine in Kuwait City ...
Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan has stepped in and overturned Fed Square’s decision not to screen Socceroos matches during the upcoming FIFA World Cup. Melbourne Arts Precinct officials announced the surprise call on Wednesday,