Australia announces 26-man squad for 2026 FIFA World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 9:50 AM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
Australia has confirmed its 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, led by head coach Tony Popovic. The squad features a mix of youthful players alongside veterans, with 17 members set to make their World Cup debuts. Key selections include uncapped players Cristian Volpato and Tete Yengi. Australia enters the tournament aiming to build on its Round of 16 finish from Qatar, as they are drawn in Group D with Türkiye, Paraguay, and co-hosts the United States. Their campaign begins against Türkiye in Vancouver.
- •Australia's squad includes 17 debutants for the World Cup.
- •Cristian Volpato and Tete Yengi are notable uncapped players.
- •Australia aims to improve on their 2022 performance in Qatar.
- •They are drawn in Group D with Türkiye, Paraguay, and the USA.
- •The first match is against Türkiye in Vancouver.
- 9:50 AMYahoo Sports — Australia name their 26-man World Cup squad
"Australia have confirmed their final 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with head coach Tony Popovic opting for a youthful group packed with fresh faces alongside several experienced internatio...
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