Has Kai Clifton played in a World Cup before?

Australia has appeared in 7 World Cups. Check the Career tab for Kai Clifton's full international history.

What position does Kai Clifton play?

Kai Clifton plays as a defender for Australia at the 2026 World Cup.

Which group is Australia in at the 2026 World Cup?

Australia are in Group D at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, alongside United States, Paraguay, Turkey.

When does Australia play at the World Cup?

Australia's first match is on 2026-06-13 against Turkey at BC Place, Vancouver.

Kai Clifton – Australia | World Cup 2026 Player Profile

Kai Clifton

Kai Clifton Trewin

Date of BirthMay 18, 2001 (age 25)

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PositionDefender

Current ClubNew York City FC

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2025-26 Season

Competition	MP	Gls	Ast
Major League Soccer	15	0	0
Friendlies	2	0	0
AFC Champions League Elite	6	0	0
A-League	13	0	0
All Competitions	36	0	0

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Australia's group: Group D →

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World Cup 2026

Group D →

#	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	United States	3	2	0	1	4	6
2	Australia	3	1	1	1	0	4
3	Paraguay	3	1	1	1	-2	4
4	Turkey	3	1	0	2	-2	3

2026-06-13Australia vs TurkeyBC Place, Vancouver→2026-06-19United States vs AustraliaLumen Field, Seattle→2026-06-25Paraguay vs AustraliaLevi's Stadium, San Francisco→

2026 tournament outlook

Kai Clifton will represent Australia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Australia have been drawn in Group D alongside United States, Paraguay, Turkey. Their campaign begins on 2026-06-13 against Turkey at BC Place, Vancouver. As a defender, Clifton will be looking to make an impact on the biggest stage in world football. Australia's best World Cup finish is Round of 16 (2022). They'll be aiming to go further in 2026.

Australia at the 2026 World Cup

Kai Clifton is part of the Australia squad for the 2026 World Cup, managed by Tony Popovic, alongside J. Gauci, C. Elder, M. Balard, and N. Irankunda among the key players.

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