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Australia World Cup 2026 Squad: Starting 11, Fixtures & Live Updates

Group D features Australia with fixtures against Türkiye, USA, Paraguay and Egypt taking place across Vancouver, Canada, Seattle, United States, San Francisco Bay Area, United States and Dallas, United States.

Group DAFCCoach: Tony Popovic26 players
FIFA Rank
#27
FIFA, Apr 1, 2026
Group
D
Türkiye, USA, Paraguay and Egypt
Squad
26
Players listed
First Match
Jun 14, 2026
vs Türkiye
Coach
Tony Popovic
Head coach
Live tournament tracker

Australia World Cup 2026 Match Centre

Live status, the latest result and the next fixture are kept together for a quick matchday check.

Latest resultFull Time
Australia flagAustraliaAU
1 - 1
Egypt flagEgyptEG

Full Time - Draw

Dallas Stadium, DallasOpen match report

Last checked: September 12, 2026 9:56 PM. Match status can refresh from the connected live feed near kickoff.

Final stage watch

Australia World Cup 2026 Final Route

This block follows Australia through the title match with the latest knockout result, next confirmed final, TV guide and match centre links.

Last updated: September 12, 2026 9:56 PM
View final guide
Latest knockout result

Australia vs Egypt

Stage
Round of 32
Status
Full Time
Result / Time
1 - 1 - Draw
Venue
Dallas Stadium, Dallas
Open match centre
Next knockout match

Australia vs Egypt

Stage
Round of 32
Status
Full Time
Result / Time
1 - 1 - Draw
Venue
Dallas Stadium, Dallas
Open match centre
Live streaming

Australia TV guide

Check the country guide before kickoff for TV channels, live stream notes and local match listings.

Open TV guide
Current matchday detail

Australia Lineup and Match Events

Auto checked: September 12, 2026 9:56 PM
Open Australia vs Egypt
Confirmed lineup

Australia (3-4-3)

vs Egypt
  1. 18Patrick Beach
  2. 3Alessandro Circati
  3. 5Jordan Bos
  4. 16Aziz Behich
  5. 19Harry Souttar
  6. 25Lucas Herrington
  7. 8Connor Metcalfe
  8. 13Aiden Oneill
  9. 22Jackson Irvine
  10. 17Nestory Irankunda
  11. 20Cristian Volpato
Latest verified events

Australia vs Egypt Updates

Full Time
  1. Full TimeMatch end

    The final whistle sounds.

  2. AttemptEnd Time

    The penalty shoot-out is over.

  3. GoalPenalty Goal

    HOSSAM ABDELMAGUID (Egypt) successfully converts the penalty!

  4. AttemptPenalty missed

    Lucas HERRINGTON (Australia) misses his penalty

  5. GoalPenalty Goal

    MOHAMED SALAH (Egypt) successfully converts the penalty!

Australia World Cup 2026 Group Standings and Opponents

Australia play in Group D with USA, Paraguay and Türkiye. The top two teams in each group advance automatically, and the eight best third-place teams also reach the Round of 32.

The standings table updates from completed World Cup results. Use it beside the remaining fixtures, venues and squad information.

TeamPWDLGDPts
USA flag USA320146
Australia flag Australia311104
Paraguay flag Paraguay3111-24
Türkiye flag Türkiye3102-23

Other Group D matches not involving Australia: USA vs Paraguay on Jun 13, 2026, Türkiye vs Paraguay on Jun 20, 2026 and Türkiye vs USA on Jun 26, 2026.

View Group D guide

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Australia World Cup 2026 Fixtures, Dates and Venues

Australia's fixtures are easier to compare when every group match shows date, time, opponent and stadium together.

Match 6 - Matchday 1 - Group DJun 14, 2026
Australia flagAustraliaAU
2 - 0
Türkiye flagTürkiyeTR
Status
Full Time - Winner: Australia
Date
Sun, Jun 14, 2026
Time
Final score: 2 - 0
Venue
BC Place Vancouver, Vancouver
Venue role
7 tournament matches
Match 32 - Matchday 2 - Group DJun 19, 2026
USA flagUSAUS
2 - 0
Australia flagAustraliaAU
Status
Full Time - Winner: USA
Date
Fri, Jun 19, 2026
Time
Final score: 2 - 0
Venue
Seattle Stadium, Seattle
Venue role
6 tournament matches
Match 60 - Matchday 3 - Group DJun 26, 2026
Paraguay flagParaguayPY
0 - 0
Australia flagAustraliaAU
Status
Full Time - Draw
Date
Fri, Jun 26, 2026
Time
Final score: 0 - 0
Venue
San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, San Francisco Bay Area
Venue role
6 tournament matches
Match 88 - Matchday 4 - Round of 32Jul 3, 2026
Australia flagAustraliaAU
1 - 1
Egypt flagEgyptEG
Status
Full Time - Draw
Date
Fri, Jul 3, 2026
Time
Final score: 1 - 1
Venue
Dallas Stadium, Dallas
Venue role
9 tournament matches

The fixture cards keep the football schedule starting in Vancouver. TV updates are checked separately because channel choices can change near matchday.

Current tournament record

Australia World Cup 2026 Performance

WLDD
Qualification statusQualified for the Round of 32

The team finished inside the group top two.

Played3
Wins1
Draws1
Losses1
Goals2
Goal difference0
Points4
Group position2

These figures use completed World Cup matches only. Live scores do not enter the group record until the result is final.

Australia World Cup 2026 Players to Watch

The watch list starts with Jackson Irvine, Mathew Leckie and Mathew Ryan, then connects each player with the squad and fixtures.

Jackson Irvine - Australia player photoAustralia flag
Midfielder

Jackson Irvine

Jackson Irvine is part of the midfielder group for Australia, with profile links kept to verified squad context.

Mathew Leckie - Australia player photoAustralia flag
Forward

Mathew Leckie

Mathew Leckie is listed as a forward for Australia in FIFA's World Cup 2026 squad announcement.

Mathew Ryan - Australia player photoAustralia flag
Goalkeeper

Mathew Ryan

For Australia, Mathew Ryan is one of the FIFA-listed goalkeeper options.

Aziz Behich - Australia player photoAustralia flag
Defender

Aziz Behich

Aziz Behich gives Australia another defender option in the official FIFA squad announcement.

Harry Souttar - Australia player photoAustralia flag
Defender

Harry Souttar

For Australia, Harry Souttar is one of the FIFA-listed defender options.

Australia Latest News

Recent Australia updates cover squad news, fixtures and availability before kickoff.

Australia World Cup 2026 Injury and Availability

No injuries are guessed for Australia. A player stays listed unless a reliable update adds an issue, return date or match status.

Confirmed injury notes0

Latest checked: May 25, 2026

Major / doubtful0 / 0

Serious and match-risk cases stay separated.

Minor issues0

Short-term notes are shown only when verified.

PlayerPositionInjury / issueReturn dateMatch statusLatest note
No confirmed Australia player injury update is currently linked. This section updates when reliable team news, federation reports or matchday sources confirm an issue.

View full Australia injury tracker

Australia World Cup 2026 Squad List and Players

For Australia, FIFA's squad announcement sets the starting point, with injury and registration updates still worth tracking. Start with Jackson Irvine, Mathew Leckie and Mathew Ryan when checking the squad.

Squad information is based on official FIFA squad announcements and updated on 2 June 2026.

Head coachTony Popovic
Player list26 players
StatusFinal roster
Squad updated8 June 2026

Goalkeepers

Defenders

Midfielders

Forwards

Squad information was updated on 8 June 2026.

Australia World Cup 2026 Squad Depth by Position

Australia's position counts show squad depth without predicting a lineup.

PBBeach
ABBehich
JBBos
CBBurgess
ACCircati
CDDevlin
AHHrustic
JIIrvine
NIIrankunda
MLLeckie
AMMabil

Australia role map

Each name stays inside its FIFA-listed role group.

Australia list 26 players across four position groups.

3 goalkeepers, 10 defenders, 6 midfielders and 7 attackers are listed.

  • GoalkeeperPatrick Beach
  • DefenceAziz Behich, Jordan Bos, Cameron Burgess and Alessandro Circati
  • MidfieldCameron Devlin, Ajdin Hrustic and Jackson Irvine
  • AttackNestory Irankunda, Mathew Leckie and Awer Mabil
Goalkeepers3
Defenders10
Midfielders6
Attackers7

Australia World Cup 2026 Form and Qualifying Results

Australia's last five completed internationals include W 5-1 vs Curaçao, W 1-0 vs Cameroon and L 0-3 vs Colombia. Australia have 2 wins, 0 draws and 3 losses across their last 5 completed matches. Form helps, but friendlies, qualifiers and tournament matches are not the same test.

Last 5 matches
vs CuraçaoFIFA Series - Mar 31, 2026 - Melbourne, AustraliaW5-1
vs CameroonFIFA Series - Mar 27, 2026 - Sydney, AustraliaW1-0
vs ColombiaFriendly - Nov 18, 2025 - New York, United StatesL0-3
vs VenezuelaFriendly - Nov 14, 2025 - Houston, United StatesL0-1
vs United StatesFriendly - Oct 14, 2025 - Denver, United StatesL1-2
W W L L LAustralia have 2 wins, 0 draws and 3 losses across their last 5 completed matches.

Recent form source: historical international results. Results are used as a form reference and may differ from federation-specific archives.

Australia World Cup 2026 Squad, Fixtures and Group

Australia are drawn in Group D with Türkiye, USA, Paraguay and Egypt. They are #27 in the FIFA Men's World Ranking, close enough to be judged against the stronger teams in the field. FIFA history records list 6 previous World Cup appearances before 2026. Tony Popovic leads the bench for this tournament cycle.

Jackson Irvine, Mathew Leckie and Mathew Ryan are among the first names most fans will check. Australia list 10 defenders, 6 midfielders and 7 attackers, with defensive cover the deepest area at first glance. From there, the useful questions are simple: who covers each line, who brings experience and which roles are still competitive.

The trip through Vancouver, Seattle, San Francisco Bay Area and Dallas makes travel and recovery part of preparation. Australia open against Türkiye on Jun 14, 2026 at BC Place Vancouver in Vancouver. The 26-player list is the squad base, with injuries, registration changes and matchday availability still worth checking. All listed players represent the official and final team selection for the matches.

Australia World Cup 2026 Team Profile

Group D gives Australia matches against Türkiye, USA, Paraguay and Egypt, while the quick facts add coach, ranking, history and Vancouver, Seattle, San Francisco Bay Area and Dallas.

GroupGroup D
CoachTony Popovic
Host citiesVancouver, Seattle, San Francisco Bay Area and Dallas
First matchJun 14, 2026
OpponentsTürkiye, USA, Paraguay and Egypt
FIFA ranking#27
Squad dueJun 2, 2026
World Cup history6 previous World Cup appearances

Australia World Cup 2026 Opponent Analysis

Australia face Türkiye, USA, Paraguay and Egypt in Group D. By FIFA ranking, USA look like the toughest test, but a three-match group still rewards consistency against every side.

Matchday 1 opponent

Türkiye

Türkiye are the opening group opponent for Australia, with the match set for Jun 14, 2026 at BC Place Vancouver in Vancouver. FIFA rank #22 is a useful marker, but the match will still come down to availability, tempo and set-piece control.

View Türkiye squad and fixtures

Matchday 2 opponent

USA

USA are the second group opponent for Australia, with the match set for Jun 19, 2026 at Seattle Stadium in Seattle. FIFA rank #16 is a useful marker, but the match will still come down to availability, tempo and set-piece control.

View USA squad and fixtures

Matchday 3 opponent

Paraguay

Paraguay are the third group opponent for Australia, with the match set for Jun 26, 2026 at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium in San Francisco Bay Area. FIFA rank #40 is a useful marker, but the match will still come down to availability, tempo and set-piece control.

View Paraguay squad and fixtures

Matchday 4 opponent

Egypt

Egypt are the third group opponent for Australia, with the match set for Jul 3, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Dallas. FIFA rank #29 is a useful marker, but the match will still come down to availability, tempo and set-piece control.

View Egypt squad and fixtures

Head-to-head records will be added only when a reliable matchup source is available.

Australia World Cup 2026 Venues and Host Cities

Australia's fixtures are easier to read by stadium, with opponent, city and travel notes beside the match date.

VANCOUVER, CANADA

BC Place Vancouver

Australia play Türkiye at BC Place Vancouver in Vancouver. Vancouver adds a Pacific Northwest stop with a compact venue and strong travel appeal.

Team match
Match 6 vs Türkiye
Date
Jun 14, 2026
Tournament role
7 tournament matches
Stages
Group Stage, Round of 32 and Round of 16
Location
Vancouver, Canada
SEATTLE, USA

Seattle Stadium

Australia play USA at Seattle Stadium in Seattle. Seattle gives the tournament one of North America's strongest modern soccer crowds.

Team match
Match 32 vs USA
Date
Jun 19, 2026
Tournament role
6 tournament matches
Stages
Group Stage, Round of 32 and Round of 16
Location
Seattle, USA
SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA, USA

San Francisco Bay Area Stadium

Australia play Paraguay at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium in San Francisco Bay Area. The Bay Area adds a West Coast host with a wide regional fan base.

Team match
Match 60 vs Paraguay
Date
Jun 26, 2026
Tournament role
6 tournament matches
Stages
Group Stage and Round of 32
Location
San Francisco Bay Area, USA
DALLAS, USA

Dallas Stadium

Australia play Egypt at Dallas Stadium in Dallas. Dallas is one of the tournament workhorses, with a large stadium and several major fixtures.

Team match
Match 88 vs Egypt
Date
Jul 3, 2026
Tournament role
9 tournament matches
Stages
Group Stage, Round of 32, Round of 16 and Semi-final
Location
Dallas, USA

Australia World Cup 2026 Qualification Path and Knockout Picture

For Australia, the tournament begins with a confirmed place in the field and then follows Group D toward the Round of 32.

Live qualification statusQualified for the Round of 32

The team finished inside the group top two.

Group position
#2
Played
3
Points
4
Goal difference
0

Next fixture: No remaining group fixture. Last checked: September 12, 2026 at 9:56 PM UTC.

Qualified teamIn 48 team field
Group drawGroup D
Group stageThree matches
Round of 32If qualified
Knockout roundsPath depends on position
FinalJuly 19, 2026

Australia World Cup History and FIFA World Cup 2026 Status

Ranking, history and 2026 status give the baseline before form, squad depth or knockout-path notes.

FIFA ranking

#27 - No change from previous update

Ranking update: Apr 1, 2026. Points: 1,580.67.

World Cup history

6 previous World Cup appearances

Appearance counts refer to FIFA World Cup final tournaments before 2026.

2026 status

Qualified team in the 48 team field

Australia are listed in Group D for the 2026 tournament.

Group stage

Group D

Three first-stage matches decide who reaches the Round of 32.

Best finish

Verification needed

Best-finish and tournament record details are added only after a reliable source is available.

Sources: FIFA Men's World Ranking and FIFA team profile/history records.

Match Times in Your Timezone

Set your timezone before checking Australia fixtures, TV notes or ticket planning details.

After you choose a country or timezone, the match cards remember that setting in this browser.

Australia World Cup 2026 TV Guide and Live Stream Info

Australia's fixtures are paired with major viewing markets, with final channel choices left open until listings appear.

United States - English

FOX Sports / FS1

FOX Sports holds United States English-language rights. Final listings decide FOX or FS1 placement.

United States - Spanish

Telemundo / Peacock

Spanish-language coverage in the United States is carried by Telemundo platforms. Streaming availability and match allocation can vary by package.

Canada

CTV / TSN / RDS

TSN and CTV serve English viewers in Canada. RDS serves French-language coverage.

United Kingdom

BBC / ITV

BBC and ITV share UK World Cup rights. Final schedules decide each match channel.

Official digital

FIFA match centre / FIFA+

Official FIFA channels carry fixtures, highlights, replays and match information. Live streaming availability depends on your territory.

Australia match TV checklist

Australia vs TürkiyeJun 14, 2026 - 4:00 AM UTCFinal channel listing TBC
Australia vs USAJun 19, 2026 - 7:00 PM UTCFinal channel listing TBC
Australia vs ParaguayJun 26, 2026 - 2:00 AM UTCFinal channel listing TBC
Australia vs EgyptJul 3, 2026 - 6:00 PM UTCFinal channel listing TBC

Broadcast sources: FIFA UK media-rights announcement; FIFA US/Canada rights announcement via MLSsoccer. Final local listings decide each channel.

Australia World Cup 2026 Knockout Path

The Round of 32 is the first possible knockout step for Australia, but the bracket slot depends on the final group table.

Round of 32

Australia vs Egypt

Confirmed by FIFA: Jul 3, 2026 at 1:00 PM CDT. Open match centre

Bracket

Follow the live path

Confirmed teams and results appear on the knockout bracket as FIFA updates each official match slot.

Final

July 19, 2026

The final closes the expanded 48 team tournament format.

Australia World Cup 2026 Tickets and Matchday Information

Before making plans for Australia, match the ticket search to the fixture, host city and kickoff time. FIFA.com/tickets is the official starting point.

  1. 1

    Start at FIFA.com/tickets

    Check the official FIFA ticket portal first. The Last-Minute Sales Phase and official resale/exchange access are handled there, with tickets released subject to availability.

  2. 2

    Use official resale only

    If a match is sold out, look for the FIFA Resale/Exchange Marketplace through the same portal. Avoid social media sellers and unofficial resale links.

  3. 3

    Match your ticket to the fixture

    Confirm the match number, opponent, host city, venue and kickoff time before buying. Knockout fixtures can depend on final group position.

  4. 4

    Check travel and entry rules

    A match ticket does not replace passport, visa or border-entry requirements for Canada, Mexico or the United States.

World Cup 2026 ticket price guide

Ticket optionPrice / statusWhat it meansBuyer note
Standard match ticketsLive price in FIFA portalSold by match, seat category and availability.Check the current price at checkout before making travel plans.
Supporter Entry TierUSD 60FIFA announced this tier for fans of qualified teams, subject to allocation rules and availability.This is not the same as every public ticket category.
Official resale / exchangeListing price variesAvailable only when sellers list tickets through FIFA's official resale/exchange system.Avoid unofficial resale links, social media sellers and screenshots.
Hospitality packagesPackage pricing variesPremium matchday access, seating and inclusions are sold separately from standard tickets.Compare package terms, venue access and included services carefully.

What to check before paying

  • Match number and opponent
  • Seat category and exact currency
  • Service fees, taxes or delivery rules shown at checkout
  • Refund, transfer and resale terms
  • Travel cost to the host city and stadium
  • Whether the match is group stage or knockout/TBD

Australia ticket match checklist

Match 6Australia vs Türkiye
Date
Sun, Jun 14, 2026
Kickoff
4:00 AM UTC
Venue
BC Place Vancouver, Vancouver
Price status
Current price shown in FIFA portal
Official portal
Match 32USA vs Australia
Date
Fri, Jun 19, 2026
Kickoff
7:00 PM UTC
Venue
Seattle Stadium, Seattle
Price status
Current price shown in FIFA portal
Official portal
Match 60Paraguay vs Australia
Date
Fri, Jun 26, 2026
Kickoff
2:00 AM UTC
Venue
San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, San Francisco Bay Area
Price status
Current price shown in FIFA portal
Official portal
Match 88Australia vs Egypt
Date
Fri, Jul 3, 2026
Kickoff
6:00 PM UTC
Venue
Dallas Stadium, Dallas
Price status
Current price shown in FIFA portal
Official portal

Before you buy or travel

  • Ticket availability is not guaranteed. Prices, categories, seat maps and purchase limits are shown inside the official FIFA portal.
  • Follow FIFA mobile-ticket instructions when they are issued for your order, including transfer rules for guests.
  • Check stadium bag policy, gate opening times, transport options and local weather close to matchday.
  • For premium matchday access, use FIFA hospitality channels rather than third-party offers.

Official ticket source: FIFA.com/tickets. Keep the buying checklist beside the fixture details, then use the official portal when you are ready to check live availability and prices.

Australia World Cup 2026 Betting Odds Status

Australia betting prices are omitted until sourced markets are available; fixtures, squad status and group standings remain the main checks.

Group market

Not listed yet

Group odds will depend on confirmed squads, form and bookmaker markets.

Qualification

Awaiting reliable source

Qualify-from-group prices will be shown only after a reliable market source is available.

Responsible play

18+ only

Odds content is informational and should be used responsibly where betting is legal.

Australia World Cup 2026 FAQ

Short answers for squad status, fixtures, group opponents, venues, availability, tickets and TV planning.

What group are Australia in at World Cup 2026?

Australia are in Group D with Türkiye, USA, Paraguay and Egypt. The group table and standings are updated live after each official match result.

Who are Australia's World Cup 2026 opponents?

Australia face Türkiye, USA, Paraguay and Egypt in the group stage, with each match tied to its date, city, venue and opponent profile.

Where can I see Australia kickoff times?

Fixture cards and the schedule table show each kickoff. The timezone selector converts every listed time into your chosen country or exact timezone.

Has Australia announced a World Cup 2026 squad?

Yes. The official Australia 26-player squad is fully confirmed for the tournament, with the list updated on 8 June 2026 to reflect the latest squad data.

Where does the Australia squad information come from?

Squad information comes directly from official team registration records and was updated on 8 June 2026 during the tournament.

Which Australia players are highlighted?

Highlighted players come from the current squad list. Their profiles show verified roles, caps and goals.

What does the Australia position map show?

The position map groups selected players by goalkeeper, defence, midfield and attack. It does not predict a lineup.

Does this list Australia injuries and match availability?

Yes. Availability notes cover injury issue, return date and match status when verified news exists. Blank fields mean no reliable update has been added.

Which venues host Australia in the group stage?

Australia are scheduled at BC Place Vancouver, Seattle Stadium, San Francisco Bay Area Stadium and Dallas Stadium, with city and stadium details beside each match.

Where are more Australia tournament details?

The group table, schedule, stadium, ticket and TV sections contain related tournament details.

Australia World Cup 2026 Update Notes

Last checked September 12, 2026 9:56 PM. Australia squad, availability, fixtures and result notes are labelled carefully as official information changes.