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Statement from Football Australia: Thank You to Brad Maloney

Football Australia extends its sincere appreciation to Brad Maloney for his service as Head Coach of the Australia U-17 men’s national team, following his resignation from the position over the weekend.Since starting his tenure in July 2022, Brad has played a pivotal role in shap

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From Perth to Jeddah: Socceroos qualify for FIFA World Cup™ 2026

Football Australia is proud to confirm that the Subway Socceroos have officially qualified directly for the FIFA World Cup 2026 ™ following their decisive 2-1 performance against Saudi Arabia in Jeddah on Wednesday morning (AEST). The result confirms Australia’s place on footbal

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Subway Socceroos qualify for sixth-consecutive FIFA World Cup

The Subway Socceroos have qualified for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ after a 2-1 victory against Saudi Arabia in Jeddah.LEARN MORE: FIFA WORLD CUP 2026™ TICKETING & FAN PACKAGESIt is the sixth consecutive occasion that Australia have qualified for the global finals since the team’s b

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FIFA WORLD CUP 2026™ TICKETING & FAN PACKAGES

FIFA WORLD CUP 2026™ TICKETING & FAN PACKAGES+ Coming Soon: Football Account Plus (Ballot Access Exclusive) Football Australia is excited to confirm that the CommBank Socceroos have officially qualified for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ — the biggest edition in the tournament’s histor

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Match Preview: Saudi Arabia v Australia | FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier™

The Subway Socceroos travel to take on Saudi Arabia knowing that if they avoid defeat by five goals or more, they will finish second in Group C and automatically qualify for the FIFA World Cup 2026™.The coaching staff and players this week have emphasised their intent is not simp

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Ryan: You can't take anything for granted

Subway Socceroos goalkeeper Mat Ryan discussed the positive vibes in camp as the team prepares to take on Saudi Arabia in the final FIFA World Cup 2026™ Third Round Qualifier. The game on Wednesday morning (AEST) will also mark an important milestone for the goalkeeper, as he lo

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Geria: We haven't qualified yet

Subway Socceroo Jason Geria said that the team would be approaching their final FIFA World Cup 2026™ Third Round Qualifier against Saudi Arabia like any other game, as the job isn't done yet. If Australia avoids defeat by five goals or more, they will qualify for the World Cup a

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Arzani: Being involved in World Cup qualification process is "special"

Subway Socceroo Daniel Arzani said that the potential to be involved in his second FIFA World Cup would be even more special than his first. Arzani was speaking to media from Australia's training base in Jeddah, where the team arrived on Sunday to commence preparations for their

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Ticketing Information: Saudi Arabia vs Australia | King Abdullah Sports City Stadium

Australian fans looking to attend the Subway Socceroos' FIFA World Cup 2026™ Third Round Asian Qualifier against Saudi Arabia on Tuesday, 10 June at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah can do so by clicking on the link below.The Aussies are on the verge of qualification f

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Borrello: We’re going to Saudi Arabia to win

Subway Socceroos forward Brandon Borrello emphasised that the team were heading into their final game of FIFA World Cup 2026™ Third Round Qualifiers against Saudi Arabia with the intent to win the game and finish their campaign with three points. If the team avoids a five-goal d

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Metcalfe: We know what we have to do

Subway Socceroo Connor Metcalfe said that the team was looking forward to the opportunity to seal qualification for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ on the pitch in Saudi Arabia next week. Metcalfe was speaking to media in light of Australia’s 1-0 victory over Japan on Thursday evenin

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How To Watch: Saudi Arabia vs Australia | FIFA World Cup 2026™ Third Round Qualifier

The Subway Socceroos travel to Jeddah to face Saudi Arabia in their final FIFA World Cup 2026™ Third Round Asian Qualifier at the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium on Wednesday 11 June (AEST). The Aussies are on the verge of qualification for a sixth consecutive FIFA World Cup, s

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WATCH: Australia vs Japan | Mini Match

Relive the action and see the best bits from the Subway Socceroos' dramatic win over Japan at Perth Stadium.Watch the Mini Match in the player above or below. Next MatchSaudi Arabia v Subway SocceroosTuesday, 10 June 2025King Abdullah Sports City Stadium, JeddahKick-off: 9.15pm l

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Behich: I actually didn't see the ball hitting the net

Subway Socceroos goal-scoring hero Aziz Behich said that defeating Japan for the first time since 2009 thanks to his 90th-minute winner goes “right to the top” of moments in his illustrious national team career.Head Coach Tony Popovic agreed, expressing that it was a special nigh

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Behich stunner sees Subway Socceroos defeat Japan 1-0

The Subway Socceroos have defeated Japan 1-0 in front of over 57,000 people in Perth to move one step closer to automatic qualification for the FIFA World Cup 2026™.A late stunner from Aziz Behich proved the difference as Australia defeated Japan in a Men’s ‘A’ International for