Socceroos announce World Cup roster with Cristian Volpato included
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 1:42 AM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
Socceroos coach Tony Popovic finalized the squad for the 2026 World Cup on June 1, revealing the inclusion of Cristian Volpato after his switch from Italy. Volpato's selection is significant as it comes at the expense of veteran Martin Boyle, who likely misses his chance at the World Cup due to age and past injury. The announcement follows Australia's 1-0 loss to Mexico in a friendly match, which took place the day before. The squad includes notable players like goalkeeper Mathew Ryan and forward Nestory Irankunda, both expected to play key roles in the tournament ahead.
- •Cristian Volpato selected over veteran Martin Boyle for the World Cup.
- •The final squad was announced after a friendly loss to Mexico.
- •Riley McGree will miss the tournament due to injury.
- •Nestory Irankunda is highlighted as a key player to watch.
- •Tony Popovic has been coaching the Socceroos since September 2024.
- 1:42 AMYahoo Sports — Cristian Volpato selected in Australia's World Cup squad just days after switch of allegiance
- 1:10 AMYahoo Sports — Inside Australia's World Cup roster 2026: Cristian Volpato, Nestory Irankunda the livewires in Tony Popovic's Socceroos squad
"Cristian Volpato has been vaulted into Australia's World Cup squad just days after confirming a switch of national eligibility from Italy, and four years after he declined an invitation to join the Socceroos ahead of the 2022 tournament. Coach Tony Popovic included the 22-year-old Volpato in the 26-man squad announced Monday, Australian time.
"Socceroos coach Tony Popovic announced his final selections for the World Cup on June 1.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 1, 2026, 1:42 AMCristian Volpato selected in Australia's World Cup squad just days after switch of allegiance
Cristian Volpato has been vaulted into Australia's World Cup squad just days after confirming a switch of national eligibility from Italy, and four years after he declined an invitation to join the Socceroos ahead of the 2022 tournament. Coach Tony Popovic included the 22-year-old Volpato in the 26-man squad announced Monday, Australian time.
- Yahoo SportsJun 1, 2026, 1:10 AMInside Australia's World Cup roster 2026: Cristian Volpato, Nestory Irankunda the livewires in Tony Popovic's Socceroos squad
Socceroos coach Tony Popovic announced his final selections for the World Cup on June 1.
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