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Australia World Cup 2026 Squad Review: The Socceroos and Their Realistic Path to the Knockout Rounds

Australia World Cup 2026 squad review. Mathew Ryan, Leckie, and the Socceroos in Group D against USA and Turkey. Full breakdown and honest assessment of their knockout round chances.

By Of The Pitch, Editorial TeamJune 12, 2026Updated June 22, 2026
Australia World Cup 2026 Squad Review: The Socceroos and Their Realistic Path to the Knockout Rounds

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Australia World Cup 2026 squad review. Mathew Ryan, Leckie, and the Socceroos in Group D against USA and Turkey. Full breakdown and honest assessment of their knockout round chances.

Squad and Coach

TeamAustralia national football team
NicknameSocceroos
Head coachTony Popovic

Players to watch

  • Mathew Ryan
  • Mat Leckie
  • Mitchell Duke
  • Aaron Mooy
  • Harry Souttar
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