Australia's 2026 World Cup preparations step up a gear in a week or two when the side hosts Cameroon at Sydney's Accor Stadium on March 27 and World Cup debutants Curaçao at Melbourne's AAMI Park on March 31.
Lucas Herrington (Colorado Rapids), Ante Suto (Hibernian) and Deni Juric (Wisla Plock), the latter of whom was in Australia's November camp only to depart with injury, will all be pushing for their maiden international caps across the two-game series, which will also involve China.
A-League duo Nishan Velupillay and Aziz Behich have also been recalled to the squad with a host of other former representatives such as Jordy Bos, Ajdin Hrustic and Alessandro Circati.
“These are our last matches before our World Cup pre-camp, and we have considered a variety of factors in selecting this squad," head coach Tony Popovic said in a press release on Thursday.
“For many this camp is another opportunity to represent the Socceroos. However, we have also included new faces, as this is our final chance to see players first-hand before our World Cup camp.
“Representing our country is always an honour for both the players and the staff. We want to put on strong performances.
“While every game matters, these matches are crucial – they serve as a farewell to our fans and an opportunity for them to see the team one last time before we head to the United States.
“We appreciate the fantastic support we receive in Australia. Our fans really got behind us during the qualifying campaign, and we look forward to being back on home soil.”
Socceroos squad to play Cameroon and Curaçao:
Goalkeepers: Patrick Beach, Paul Izzo, Mathew Ryan
Defenders: Aziz Behich, Jordan Bos, Cameron Burgess, Alessandro Circati, Milos Degenek, Jason Geria, Fran Karacic, Lucas Herrington, Kai Trewin
Midfielders: Ajdin Hrustic, Connor Metcalfe, Riley McGree, Aiden O’Neill, Alexander Robertson, Paul Okon-Engstler, Patrick Yazbek, Jacob Italiano
Forwards: Martin Boyle, Nestory Irankunda, Awer Mabil, Nishan Velupillay, Deni Juric, Ante Suto