Australia
Commonwealth of Australia
FIFA Rank:#24Group:D
Team Summary
Australia is competing in Group D of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Under AFC confederation, they are scheduled to play three group stage matches starting on the first week of the tournament.
Australia Match Schedule
Match 6GROUPGroup D
Australia2 - 0
FINALTürkiye
2026-06-13Local: 21:00
BC PlaceVancouver
Match 32GROUPGroup D
United States2 - 0
FINALAustralia
2026-06-19Local: 12:00
Lumen FieldSeattle
Match 60GROUPGroup D
Paraguay0 - 0
FINALAustralia
2026-06-25Local: 19:00
Levi's StadiumSan Francisco
Match 88R32
Australia3 - 5
FINALEgypt
2026-07-03Local: 13:00
AT&T StadiumDallas
Tactical Profile & Squad Strength
A high-energy, direct 4-4-2 or 4-2-3-1, prioritizing crossing, defensive compactness, and physical dominance.
Strengths
- Incredible fitness and work-rate
- Strong aerial threat
- Great team unity
Weaknesses
- Lack of individual star power
- Defensive errors under press
- Low possession retention rates
World Cup History
Australia has qualified 6 times, famously reaching the Round of 16 in 2006 and 2022.
FAQ: Australia National Team
Australia plays their opening match on 2026-06-13 against TURKIYE.
Related World Cup Coverage
⚽Group D Table & Results⚽Group D Scenarios⚽Australia Next Match Info⚽Australia Route to Final⚽Australia Qualification Scenarios⚽How to Watch Australia Live⚽Preview: Group D Matchday 1 fixture.⚽Preview: Group D Matchday 2 fixture.⚽Preview: Group D Matchday 3 fixture.⚽Preview: Round of 32 single-elimination match.