Socceroos Schedule & World Cup Qualifiers

The Socceroos are in the final stages of AFC World Cup qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in USA, Canada and Mexico. Australia sit 2nd in Group C with two matches remaining. The top 2 in each group qualify automatically, with 3rd and 4th entering an inter-confederation playoff.

Key Dates March WCQ Window 26-31 March 2026WCQ Round 3 Ends March 2026WCQ Playoff (if needed) June 2026World Cup 2026 11 Jun – 19 Jul 2026September Window September 2026

Socceroos — WCQ Playoff

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Australia vs TBC
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Group C Standings — AFC WCQ Round 3

# Team P W D L GD Pts Status
1 Japan 8 7 1 0 +18 22 Qualified
2 Australia 8 4 2 2 +6 14
3 Saudi Arabia 8 4 2 2 +3 14
4 Bahrain 8 3 1 4 -3 10
5 Indonesia 8 2 1 5 -8 7
6 China PR 8 1 1 6 -16 4
Automatic qualification (top 2) Playoff (3rd/4th)

Recent Results

Date Opponent Result Competition Venue
11 Feb 2026 Bahrain W 2-0 WCQ Round 3 Melbourne
6 Feb 2026 Indonesia W 3-0 WCQ Round 3 Jakarta (Away)
Nov 2025 Japan L 0-2 WCQ Round 3 Saitama (Away)
Nov 2025 Saudi Arabia D 1-1 WCQ Round 3 Jeddah (Away)
Oct 2025 China PR W 3-1 WCQ Round 3 Adelaide

Frequently Asked Questions

When do the Socceroos play next?

The Socceroos schedule is being finalised. Check this page for confirmed fixtures once AFC announces the next qualifying window.

What time do the Socceroos play?

Kick-off times for upcoming Socceroos matches are confirmed by Football Australia and AFC closer to match day.

Where can I watch the Socceroos live?

Socceroos FIFA World Cup qualifying matches are broadcast on Paramount+ in Australia. Network Ten shows selected fixtures on free-to-air. Check the official Football Australia channels for streaming options.

Have the Socceroos qualified for the 2026 World Cup?

Australia is in the final stages of AFC World Cup qualifying. The top two teams in Group C qualify automatically for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Australia currently sit 2nd. Teams finishing 3rd or 4th enter an inter-confederation playoff in June 2026.

Where is the Socceroos home ground?

The Socceroos play home matches at venues across Australia including Accor Stadium (Sydney), Marvel Stadium (Melbourne), Suncorp Stadium (Brisbane) and AAMI Park (Melbourne), with stadium allocation depending on fixture and expected attendance.

Socceroos 2026 schedule. World Cup qualifying fixtures confirmed by AFC. A potential June playoff is included should Australia finish 3rd or 4th in Group C. Last updated: 20 Apr 2026.

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