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Stuart Ritchie and his son Jack at the 2022 Qatar World Cup. Photo: supplied Stuart Ritchie

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FIFA slammed as Aussie fan’s bill hits $35k to attend World Cup

Socceroos fan Stuart Ritchie has attended every FIFA World Cup since ‘06, but the Aussie says he’s forking out ‘triple’ the price to attend in 2026, dropping $35,000 to attend with his son.

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Italian Fifa President Gianni Infantino shows the card reading FIFA during the draw for the 2026 FIFA Football World Cup taking place in the US, Canada and Mexico, at the Kennedy Center, in Washington, DC, on December 5, 2025. (Photo by Jia Haocheng / POOL / AFP)

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‘Extortionate’, ‘astronomical’: Fans call out World Cup ticket prices

Football fans has demanded FIFA halt World Cup ticket sales after prices soared to five times Qatar 2022 levels, with supporters facing eye-watering prices for tickets.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 10:Socceroo supporters during the third round FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier match between Australia Socceroos and China PR at Adelaide Oval on October 10, 2024 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Mark Brake/Getty Images)

Every game: Download your 2026 World Cup draw poster

We now have the full draw for the 2026 World Cup across North America, with Australia’s three group stage games locked in. See their path ahead by downloading your poster here.

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PERTH, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 05: Aziz Behich of the Socceroos celebrates scoring a goal during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round Three AFC Asian Qualifier match between Australia Socceroos and Japan at Optus Stadium on June 05, 2025 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

Revealed: Venues, dates for Socceroos World Cup fixtures

The Socceroos already knew who they’ll be facing in next year’s World Cup — and now the dates and venues have been officially revealed by FIFA. See the full fixture list.

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Winners and losers of FIFA World Cup Draw

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FIFA World Cup: Winners and losers of the draw

Despite all the rules and regulations around the draw process for the FIFA World Cup, there is still a lot of luck involved when it comes to the group stage. Look at the winners and losers of the draw.

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PERTH, AUSTRALIA – JUNE 05: Aziz Behich of the Socceroos celebrates scoring a goal during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round Three AFC Asian Qualifier match between Australia Socceroos and Ja

‘A rude shock’: Popovic’s warning for World Cup as draw is revealed

The Socceroos have been drawn into a very favourable group for the 2026 World Cup, opening the door to make history, and coach Tony Popovic says no one should underestimate them. Full draw and group analysis.

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JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA - JUNE 10: Players of Australia celebrate victory and subsequent qualification for the 2026 World Cup following the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round Three AFC Asian Qualifier match between Saudi Arabia and Australia Socceroos at King Abdullah Sports City on June 10, 2025 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

Socceroos get lucky break ahead of FIFA World Cup draw

FIFA has confirmed the Socceroos will be placed in Pot 2 for next month’s World Cup draw, delivering a boost to Australia’s knockout stage hopes.

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Iraqi's head coach Graham Arnold celebrates his team's win during the 2026 World Cup play off second leg soccer match between UAE and Iraq, in Basra, Iraq, Nov. 18, 2025. (AP Photo/Hadi Mizban)

Why Iraq’s World Cup success is a nail in Glory’s coaching coffin

Perth Glory’s pursuit of Graham Arnold is set to fail after the former Socceroos coach guided Iraq to the FIFA World Cup inter-confederation playoffs.

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BURAYDAH, SAUDI ARABIA - OCTOBER 14: Graham James Arnold, Head Coach of Iraq, applauds during the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier match between Saudi Arabia and Iraq at King Abdullah Sport City Stadium on October 14, 2025 in Buraydah, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Yasser Bakhsh/Getty Images)

Wild scenes as Arnold puts Iraq on cusp of World Cup qualification

More than 30 of the 48 countries bound for the World Cup have already sealed their place. See every nation that has qualified so far and who the Socceroos could face.

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England team with Marcus Rashford in the new Nikes

These footballers are trying ‘mind altering’ shoes … what?!

England’s latest performance-enhancing secret weapon isn’t tactical training or fitness regimes – it’s a pair of peculiar shoes that supposedly sharpen the mind.

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The Socceroos are coming to America with a purpose. Picure: Getty

How the Socceroos are planning to take America by storm

Socceroos coach Tony Popovic has declared his undefeated team fears no-one as they put their 12-match unbeaten streak on the line against World Cup hosts USA in Denver on Wednesday.

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PERTH, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 05: The Socceroos celebrate a goal during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round Three AFC Asian Qualifier match between Australia Socceroos and Japan at Optus Stadium on June 05, 2025 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Paul Kane/Getty Images)

Why Australia’s hottest team right now is flying under the radar

In a world of hurt just 12 months ago, the Socceroos are suddenly flying high on a 12-match unbeaten streak. But while their spot in the World Cup has long been secured, their friendly against the USA has plenty riding on it.

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US fans cheer during the Ryder Cup. Picture: AP

‘Part of the challenge’: Socceroos ready for Ryder Cup-level hostility

While European golfers traded insults with American crowds at the Ryder Cup, the Socceroos have been urged to resist the urge to retaliate against hostile fans when they clash this month.

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Future Socceroos? Six rising stars to watch at Under-20 World Cup

A young gun from Manchester United’s academy headlines the Young Socceroos heading to this year’s World Cup. Erin Smith names six Aussies to watch.

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AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND - SEPTEMBER 09: Nestory Irankunda of Australia celebrates with teammate Mohamed Toure after scoring the teams second goal during the International Friendly match between New Zealand All Whites and Australia Socceroos at Go Media Stadium on September 09, 2025 in Auckland, New Zealand. (Photo by Fiona Goodall/Getty Images)

Why the time is now for Toure, Irankunda to embrace the spotlight

Now is not the time to hide Nestory Irankunda and Mohamed Toure behind a curtain. They need to be celebrated, encouraged to shine and exposed to the media frenzy that awaits them at the 2026 World Cup. This is why.

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The A-League has been plagued by financial issues for years.

Money drain, expansion fail: The missteps that doomed A-League

Plenty have tried – and failed – to make the A-League sustainable since its launch 20 years ago. In part two of our series, we explore the missteps which condemned the league to a financial mess.

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Six inductees into the Australian Sports Hall of Fame.

Hewitt, Dunstall among legendary Hall of Fame additions

Six athletes who won the highest accolades on the global stage will receive one of the country’s greatest sporting accolades.

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Tony Popovic has had the same magnetism, and other qualities, from when he played for the Socceroos, led Wanderers to glory, and took control of the Australian national team as coach.

How Popovic turned Socceroos’ ‘impossible task’ into reality

Tony Popovic made the “impossible task” for direct qualification to the 2026 FIFA World Cup a reality for the Socceroos. ERIN SMITH uncovers the attributes which made him the man best suited to make the North American dream come true.

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JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA - JUNE 10: Connor Metcalfe of Australia celebrates scoring his team's first goal with teammate Aziz Behich during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round Three AFC Asian Qualifier match between Saudi Arabia and Australia Socceroos at King Abdullah Sports City on June 10, 2025 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

World Cup here we come! Socceroos qualify in style

The Socceroos are going to a sixth successive FIFA World Cup after sealing qualification with a 2-1 win over Saudi Arabia in Jeddah.

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PERTH, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 05: Aziz Behich of the Socceroos celebrates scoring a goal during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round Three AFC Asian Qualifier match between Australia Socceroos and Japan at Optus Stadium on June 05, 2025 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

The silver lining in Socceroos’ ‘ugly’ win against Japan

It was ugly, but all that matters is Aziz Behich’s 90th screamer gave the Socceroos their first win over Japan in 16 years and, crucially, a foot in the door of the 2026 World Cup. ERIN SMITH unpacks what went wrong, and what’s to learn, from the win.

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PERTH, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 05: Aziz Behich of the Socceroos celebrates scoring a goal with teammates during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round Three AFC Asian Qualifier match between Australia Socceroos and Japan at Optus Stadium on June 05, 2025 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

Behich the hero! Socceroos on the road to the FIFA World Cup

A 90th minute Aziz Behich strike has all but secured direct qualification for the FIFA World Cup after the Socceroos’ 1-0 win against rivals Japan.

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 20: Jackson Irvine of Australia celebrates scoring a goal with team mates during the round three FIFA 2026 World Cup AFC Asian Qualifier match between Australia Socceroos and Indonesia at Allianz Stadium on March 20, 2025 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Mark Metcalfe/Getty Images)

Explained: Australia’s paths to the 2026 World Cup

Australia is on the verge of securing its spot at a sixth-straight World Cup but faces two daunting tasks to clinch direct qualification. We break down how Tony Popovic’s side can make it and the rivals to watch.

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Inter Miami midfielder Lionel Messi (10) moves the ball between San Jose Earthquakes defenders Dave Romney, left, and Max Floriani during the second half of an MLS soccer match Wednesday, May 14, 2025, in San Jose, Calif. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. VÃÂ¡squez)

Aussie football fans granted full access to world’s best

Australian football fans will be able to watch the world’s best clubs come June, with the FIFA Club World Cup to be broadcast live. All the details.

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 10: Football Australia CEO James Johnson speaks to the media during a Socceroos media announcement at Allianz Stadium on December 10, 2024 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Matt King/Getty Images)

Football Australia boss becomes fourth powerbroker to quit

Football Australia chief executive James Johnson has dropped a bombshell announcement, with the star administrator stepping down after five-and-a-half years in charge.

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HANGZHOU, CHINA - MARCH 25: Nishan Velupillay #7 of Australia celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Round Three Group C match between China and Australia at Hangzhou Olympic Sports Center Stadium on March 25, 2025 in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province of China. (Photo by Deng Zijian/VCG via Getty Images)

World Cup spots filling up, how Socceroos can make it

Everything you need to know about the men’s FIFA World Cup qualifiers, where each conference around the world currently stands and how the Socceroos can secure automatic qualification.

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 10: Tim Cahill of Australia celebrates scoring their first goal during the 2018 FIFA World Cup Asian Playoff match between the Australian Socceroos and Syria at ANZ Stadium on October 10, 2017 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Matt King/Getty Images)

‘Game over’: Cahill’s non-negotiable demands for Socceroos

With four matches to go, Australia’s World Cup qualifying chances are hanging by a thread. Often their saviour, Tim Cahill has delivered a stinging warning he hopes will save the Socceroos.

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 08: Juan Mata of the Wanderers warms up during the round four A-League Men match between Western Sydney Wanderers and Newcastle Jets at CommBank Stadium, on November 08, 2024, in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Matt King/Getty Images)

Football legend’s move to the bench labelled ‘disrespectful’

He has won a World Cup and is a football legend yet Juan Mata has been relegated to the bench in the A-League’s a move experts have labelled ‘disrespectful.’

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Graham Arnold opens up on Socceroos exit.

Arnold’s surprise Socceroos payout reveal, plan to revive career

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Six weeks after handing in his resignation as Socceroos coach, Graham Arnold has revealed the words that stung the most, his plans for the future and one major rumour surrounding his exit.

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Japan's Keito Nakamura controls the ball during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Asian zone qualifiers football between Japan and Australia at Saitama Stadium in Saitama on October 15, 2024. (Photo by Philip FONG / AFP)

A draw may look good but the real difference was clear as day

It wasn’t pretty but a masterful tactical display from Tony Popovic delivered Australia a shock draw, but it was far from the finished product as Japan proved they are clearly a class above.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 10: Tony Popovic head coach of the Socceroos during the third round FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier match between Australia Socceroos and China PR at Adelaide Oval on October 10, 2024 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Mark Brake/Getty Images)

Popovic delivers brutal home truths as real test awaits

The Socceroos kicked off the Tony Popovic era with a win – but the new coach gave his team a brutal assessment of their victory, as they warm up for the first real test against Japan.

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