Australia

AFC • AFC

Tournament Outlook

Round of 32. Disciplined organization can cause problems.

Best World Cup Result: Round of 16 (2006, 2022)

About Australia

The Socceroos are back after Arnold's masterful 2022 campaign where they reached Round of 16 for first time since 2006. Australia plays with heart and organization.

Playing Style: Direct and physical. Counter-attacking with set-piece threats and committed defending.

Key Players

Midfielder

Jackson Irvine

St. Pauli

Winger

Nestory Irankunda

Bayern Munich II

Strengths & Weaknesses

Strengths

Organization
Team spirit
2022 momentum
Physical presence

Weaknesses

Squad quality gap to elite teams
Distance for travel/preparation
Depth

World Cup Schedule

vs UEFA Playoff C

vs United States

vs Paraguay

Fun Facts

⚽Traveled furthest to every World Cup geographically
⚽Moved from OFC to AFC in 2006
⚽2022 R16 run captivated nation

Team Info

FIFA Code: AUS
Confederation: AFC
World Cup Appearances: 6
Group: Group D

Fan Culture

Australian fans travel incredible distances to support the Socceroos.

Known as: Socceroos

Famous Chants:

Aussie! Aussie! Aussie! Oi! Oi! Oi!