FIFA World Cup 2026: Australia up against co-hosts; some relief, many challenges

FIFA President Gianni Infantino presents Peace Prize to President Donald Trump during the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw. Source: SIPA USA / AAP/Lev Radin/Sipa USA
Australia’s Socceroos will compete in Group D at the Football World Cup alongside the United States, Paraguay, and a European nation. The major football tournament will feature 12 groups of four teams each, with a total of 104 matches to be played. Don’t miss the live broadcast of the FIFA World Cup 2026 across Australia on SBS, the official broadcaster. More details in this report.
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