FootyTips
Australia — World Cup 2026
Group D · Model Elo 1898 · Founded 1922 · Melbourne Cricket Ground
Australia are in Group D. Our model rates their title chance at 0.2% (Elo strength 1898, reaching the knockout stage 70% of the time). Below are AI predictions for all 3 group-stage fixtures.
About Australia
Australia are one of the 48 teams at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, drawn in Group D. The national side was founded in 1922. They play home matches at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne, Australia, which seats 100,024.
- Founded: 1922
- Home stadium: Melbourne Cricket Ground (capacity 100,024)
- Based in: Melbourne, Australia
- Official site: www.footballaustralia.com.au/socceroos
Record
Australia have played 580 internationals since 1922, winning 296 for a 51.0% win rate (296W 122D 162L, 1,166 goals for / 618 against). At the FIFA World Cup their record is 4W 4D 12L from 20 matches.
Recent form
- L vs Mexico 0–1 · 2026-05-30
- W vs Curaçao 5–1 · 2026-03-31 · FIFA Series
- W vs Cameroon 1–0 · 2026-03-27 · FIFA Series
- L vs Colombia 0–3 · 2025-11-18
- L vs Venezuela 0–1 · 2025-11-14
- L vs USA 1–2 · 2025-10-14
Historical results from the martj42 dataset (CC0).
Group D Fixtures & Predictions
FAQ
Which group is Australia in at the 2026 World Cup?
Australia are in Group D.
What are Australia's chances of winning the 2026 World Cup?
Our model gives Australia a 0.2% chance of winning the tournament, from an Elo strength rating of 1898.
When was the Australia national football team founded?
1922.
Where do Australia play their home matches?
At the Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne, Australia (capacity 100,024).
What is Australia's all-time record?
Australia have played 580 internationals, winning 296 (51.0%). At the World Cup they have 4 wins, 4 draws and 12 defeats from 20 matches.