Has Maximilien Balard played in a World Cup before?

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

What position does Maximilien Balard play?

Maximilien Balard plays as a midfielder 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.

How old is Maximilien Balard?

Maximilien Balard is 25 years old.

Maximilien Balard – Australia | World Cup 2026 Player Profile

Maximilien Balard

Date of BirthNovember 20, 2000 (age 25)

Place of BirthSydney, Australia

Height / Weight175 / 68

PositionMidfielder

Current ClubNAC Breda

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2025-26 Season

Competition	MP	Gls	Ast
Friendlies	5	1	1
KNVB Beker	1	0	0
Eredivisie	32	0	1
All Competitions	38	1	2

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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

Maximilien Balard 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 midfielder, Balard 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

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

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