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Mexico v Australia: World Cup friendly live

Published May 31, 2026 · Updated May 31, 2026 · The Guardian

Australia faces Mexico in a World Cup warm-up match as Socceroos coach Tony Popovic grapples with key player injuries.

The Socceroos are ramping up World Cup preparations in California, though their selection process is under scrutiny following a hamstring injury to midfielder Riley McGree.

Popovic's decision to whittle his squad to 26 is complicated by McGree's absence, forcing the coach to choose between Mabil, Leckie, Hrustic, Boyle, or Irankunda to fill the hybrid midfielder/winger role. chickenroad.qpon

Mexico v Australia: World Cup friendly live

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