Has Mathew Ryan played in a World Cup before?

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

What position does Mathew Ryan play?

Mathew Ryan plays as a goalkeeper 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.

Mathew Ryan – Australia | World Cup 2026 Player Profile

Mathew Ryan

Mathew David Ryan

Date of BirthApril 8, 1992 (age 34)

Place of BirthPlumpton, Australia

Height / Weight184 / 83

PositionGoalkeeper

Current ClubAZ Alkmaar

Career

Appearances

Career

Goals

2025-26 Season

Competition	MP	Gls	Ast
World Cup - Qualification Asia	11	0	0
Friendlies	1	0	0
Ligue 1	14	0	0
Coppa Italia	1	0	0
All Competitions	27	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

Mathew Ryan 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 goalkeeper, Ryan 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

Mathew Ryan 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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