Popovic's Socceroos: Deep World Cup Run in Sight

0:00The latest headlines, weather, and stories, right here on Sydney News today, Tony Popovic, the soccer-ruse head coach, is aiming high for the 2026 World Cup that kicks off on June 12th. He believes Australia can go deep in the tournament and has until June 1st to name his final 26-player squad, including up to three goalkeepers. Some spots are already locked in, with players like Alessandro Circati, Jackson Irvine, and Captain Matthew Ryan set to make the cut. Up front, Motuori looks like the main striker option, even though he's recovering from a muscle injury just in time for the action. Popovic, who played for Australia at the 2006 World Cup himself, wants a team full of grit, endless running, and fight to shake off that. Underdog label, and become tough opponents. The bigger squad size, and some injuries, open doors for fresh talent in strong club form, like young goalkeeper Patrick Beach, Versatile Defender Kai, Truwin, midfielder Max Ballard,

1:02Winger's Grand Quole, and Sam Silvera, plus striker's Lacklin Rose, and Zach Sapsford. Meanwhile, three friendlies get players a final shot to impress. Cameroon on March 27th in Sydney, Curacao on March 31st, Melbourne, and Mexico on May 30th in California. Popovic says surprises could still shake up the list. A message from our sponsor supports today's story. It looks like a pillow. It sounds like headphones built for comfort and sound, S-O-L-L-I, solipillo.com.