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Australia’s 2026 World Cup Campaign So Far
Australia has made a confident start in the World Cup 2026, sitting second in Group D after their opening match. They secured a 2-0 victory at home, showcasing solid defence with a clean sheet and a sharp attack that found the net twice. This win has set a positive tone, giving them three points from one game.
Their season form in the tournament is spotless so far, with one win, no draws or losses, and a goal difference of +2. The Aussie squad, comprising 26 players, has demonstrated resilience and efficiency, especially in this high-stakes environment. Their defensive organisation and goal-scoring ability will be crucial as they prepare to face the USA away in their next group stage clash.
Looking ahead, Australia will aim to build on this promising start, hoping to match or better their best World Cup finishes in the Round of 16. The journey is long, but with this solid foundation, they have every reason to be quietly optimistic.
Squad pedigree
5 of 20 squad players (25%) play club football in a top-5 European league.
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League position
Position 24Points trajectory
Rank 24FIFA world ranking
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Manager
T. Popović
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Australia’s World Cup 2026 Campaign: A Promising Start
Australia have kicked off their World Cup 2026 group stage with a solid win, topping their group standings after a 2-0 victory. Their record in this competition so far is impeccable, with no draws or defeats, showcasing a clean sheet and a positive goal difference.
Their form this season is equally consistent, boasting a perfect record with one win and no losses or draws. Points have been secured by winning matches rather than sharing spoils, indicating a side that prefers to take all three points rather than settle for a stalemate. The absence of a notable winning streak suggests each victory is earned afresh, rather than riding a wave of momentum.
With six prior World Cup appearances and best finishes reaching the Round of 16 in 2006 and 2022, Australia will be looking to build on their current momentum as they prepare to face the USA away in their next group match.
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Home / Away splits
Week-by-week trends
team vs league avg (dashed)Australia's Home and Away Form
Australia's performances in the World Cup 2026 so far show a clear contrast between home and away displays. At home, they've been quite the fortress, scoring two goals and keeping a clean sheet, highlighting a strong defensive and attacking balance. Away from home, however, they have yet to find the net or keep a clean sheet, indicating a more cautious or less effective approach on the road.
This split suggests Australia thrives with home advantage, making the most of familiar surroundings and support. Their upcoming away fixture against the USA will test whether they can translate their home solidity into a road-worthy performance or if the home-away divide will continue to shape their campaign.
Fipster's Record with Australia
Fipster has dipped its toes into predictions for Australia just once this World Cup 2026 campaign, scoring a miss rather than a star or tick. So, it’s fair to say the model is still building its record on the Socceroos. With only one graded fixture in the bag, the crystal ball is still a bit cloudy when it comes to this squad's World Cup prospects.
Squad
| # | Player | Pos | Club | League | Apps | G | A | Mins | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  M. RyanGoalkeeper | Goalkeeper |  Levante |  La Liga | 34 | 0 | 0 | 3080 | 7.27 |
| 12 |  P. IzzoGoalkeeper | Goalkeeper | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 18 |  P. BeachGoalkeeper | Goalkeeper |  Melbourne City |  A-League | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2 |  M. DegenekDefender | Defender | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 3 |  A. CircatiDefender | Defender |  Parma |  Serie A | 32 | 1 | 0 | 2677 | 7.03 |
| 4 |  J. ItalianoDefender | Defender | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 6 |  J. GeriaDefender | Defender | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 15 |  K. TrewinDefender | Defender |  New York City FC |  Major League Soccer | 15 | 0 | 0 | 1275 | 6.95 |
| 19 |  H. SouttarDefender | Defender |  Leicester |  Championship | 5 | 1 | 0 | 178 | 8.20 |
| 21 |  C. BurgessDefender | Defender |  Swansea | Championship | 46 | 0 | 0 | 4140 | 7.00 |
| 25 |  L. HerringtonDefender | Defender | — | — | 18 | 1 | 1 | 1549 | 7.14 |
| 5 |  J. BosMidfielder | Midfielder |  Feyenoord |  Eredivisie | 29 | 4 | 7 | 2060 | 7.24 |
| 7 |  M. LeckieMidfielder | Midfielder | Melbourne City | A-League | — | — | — | — | — |
| 8 |  C. MetcalfeMidfielder | Midfielder |  FC St. Pauli |  Bundesliga | 26 | 0 | 2 | 600 | 6.67 |
| 10 |  A. HrustićMidfielder | Midfielder |  Heracles | Eredivisie | 27 | 1 | 6 | 2222 | 6.86 |
| 11 |  A. MabilMidfielder | Midfielder | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 13 |  A. O'NeillMidfielder | Midfielder | New York City FC | Major League Soccer | 11 | 0 | 1 | 916 | 7.06 |
| 14 |  C. DevlinMidfielder | Midfielder |  Rangers |  Premiership | 2 | 0 | 0 | 178 | 7.00 |
| 16 |  A. BehichMidfielder | Midfielder | Melbourne City | A-League | — | — | — | — | — |
| 17 |  N. IrankundaMidfielder | Midfielder |  Watford | Championship | 41 | 4 | 4 | 2041 | 6.92 |
| 22 |  J. IrvineMidfielder | Midfielder | FC St. Pauli | Bundesliga | 26 | 0 | 1 | 1632 | 6.75 |
| 23 |  N. VelupillayMidfielder | Midfielder |  Melbourne Victory | A-League | — | — | — | — | — |
| 24 |  Paul Michael Junior Okon-EngstlerMidfielder | Midfielder |  Sydney | A-League | — | — | — | — | — |
| 9 |  M. TouréAttacker | Attacker |  Norwich | Championship | 1 | 0 | 0 | 86 | 7.20 |
| 20 |  C. VolpatoAttacker | Attacker |  Sassuolo | Serie A | 32 | 2 | 4 | 1097 | 6.78 |
| 26 |  T. YengiAttacker | Attacker |  Machida Zelvia |  J1 League | 19 | 2 | 0 | 985 | 6.82 |
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