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Known for his attention to detail, Tony Popovic is leaving no stone unturned as he prepares the Socceroos for the World Cup.

With just days and one last hit-out against Mexico looming before he names his squad for the FIFA World Cup, Socceroos boss Tony Popovic has told ESPN he's "very close" to finishing the puzzle that is his 26-player roster.

Join Joey Lynch and Alex Hatzikostas each day as they go behind the scenes in the Socceroos camp and give the inside word on all the action at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Facing Lionel Messi has formed part of a steep learning curve for Lucas Herrington, whose displays for the Colorado Rapids have him on the brink of Socceroos selection for the FIFA World Cup.

Here's every World Cup squad list that has been announced ahead of the June 1 deadline.

Football Australia's congress will meet in Sydney on Thursday to discuss and vote on a number of key resolutions which will fundamentally shape the future of the sport. So, what's at stake?

Socceroos defender Harry Souttar discusses his recent return and preparation for the World Cup, and his enjoyment being back in the Australian camp.

As U.S. pundits continue to dismiss Australia's World Cup chances, several Socceroos players have told ESPN they were relishing the prospect of facing the co-hosts on home soil, insisting their growing confidence could backfire.

Players from around the globe are arriving at Tony Popovic's pre-World Cup camp. Joey Lynch has all the inside information as the Socceroos' preparations ramp up.

The 2026 World Cup will be the first with 48 teams, bringing a total of more than 100 kits! Here are all the ones released so far, from worst to first.