Awer Mabil
AustraliaForwardCastellonAwer Mabil goes into World Cup 2026 as a proven attacking option for Australia. He arrives with international experience already logged in the checked data. Castellon provides his recent club rhythm before the tournament. The focus is runs behind defenders, penalty-area timing and pressure after turnovers.
Group D
Jun 13, 2026vs Türkiye - 9:00 PM PDT
Quick Facts
Awer Mabil and Australia World Cup 2026 Squad
Australia selected Awer Mabil for World Cup 2026 with a clear football task. As a forward, he can stretch the back line, attack cutbacks and press the first pass after possession is lost.
Mabil is part of a group of 7 forwards, so the opponent and match state can affect his minutes.
International Record
Awer Mabil arrives with international experience already logged in the checked data.
Mabil's record points to trust over time, but Australia will still judge the details of each match.
International Record
- World Cup 2026 role: Australia list Awer Mabil as a forward, with minutes linked to form, workload and game state.
- Group opponents: Australia face Türkiye, USA and Paraguay in the group stage.
Playing Style and Strengths
Mabil's World Cup value starts with runs behind defenders, penalty-area timing and pressure after turnovers.
Mabil has to decide quickly: attack the box, combine first time or keep the move alive.
- Clinical finishing
- Penalty-area movement
- Near-post runs
- Pressing angles
- Center-back duels
- Rebound reactions
World Cup 2026 Fixtures
Australia start against Türkiye on 13 June 2026 in Vancouver. For Mabil, the first match is a direct test of match rhythm and role clarity.
USA follow on 19 June 2026 in Seattle. For Mabil, the second fixture can quickly change the selection picture if the opener leaves Australia chasing points or protecting workload.
| Kickoff | Opponent | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 13, 20269:00 PM PDT | Türkiye | BC Place Vancouver, Vancouver |
| Jun 19, 202612:00 PM PDT |  USA | Seattle Stadium, Seattle |
| Jun 25, 20267:00 PM PDT |  Paraguay | San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, San Francisco Bay Area |
Dates and kickoff times above are shown in the venue timezone.
Recent Form
Awer Mabil played 30 LaLiga2 matches for Castellon in 2025/26, scoring 3 goals and providing 6 assists.
Australia will read form through actions that show in matches, not reputation alone. Training sharpness, recovery and the scoreline can still decide Mabil's minutes.
Career Stats
Awer Mabil arrives with international experience already logged in the checked data.
For Australia, the numbers guide the selection picture, but they do not replace match readiness. The opener still has to fit Mabil's form and the opponent's plan.
| Field | Verified value |
|---|---|
| Team | Australia |
| Position | Forward |
| Club | Castellon |
| Caps | verified |
| Goals | verified |
| Born | Verified locally |
World Cup 2026 Role
Awer Mabil enters World Cup 2026 with Australia as a forward. Match role, form and group-stage needs will shape his minutes.
Australia will judge him through training rhythm before the tournament. The useful signs are movement, finishing and pressing from the front.
Australia start against Türkiye on Jun 13, 2026 in Vancouver. USA and Paraguay come next in the group. The match order can affect workload and selection.
FAQ
Is Awer Mabil in the Australia World Cup 2026 squad?
Yes. Awer Mabil is in Australia's World Cup 2026 squad in the checked player data.
What position does Awer Mabil play?
He is listed as a forward for Australia.
How many international caps and goals does Awer Mabil have?
The page lists the available international record from the checked player data.
Who are Australia's World Cup 2026 group opponents?
Australia face Türkiye, USA and Paraguay in the group stage.
When is Awer Mabil's first World Cup 2026 match?
Australia start against Türkiye on 13 June 2026 in Vancouver.
What is Awer Mabil's latest club form?
He plays for Castellon in the checked player facts.
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Group D Table
| # | Team | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | USA | 3 | 4 | 6 |
| 2 | Australia | 3 | 0 | 4 |
| 3 | Paraguay | 3 | -2 | 4 |
| 4 | Türkiye | 3 | -2 | 3 |