Kenya Sport

Australia vs Brazil Preview: Predictions, Lineups, and Betting Tips for Friendly Clash

Our expert breaks down the upcoming friendly between Australia and Brazil, scheduled for this morning, 25th September 2026. The visitors from Brazil are expected to dominate, but Australia might put up a fight on home soil.

Betting Odds Overview

  • Both Teams to Score (BTTS) - No: 10/11 with talkSPORT BET
  • Brazil Total Goals - Over 2.5: 5/4 with talkSPORT BET
  • Half-time/Full-time Result - Draw/Brazil: 4/1 with talkSPORT BET

Australia’s Chances and Squad Updates

Coach Tony Popovic has kept 16 players from the World Cup in his 26-man squad for these friendlies against Brazil. There are seven newcomers and three returning players who missed the global tournament. Injuries to key forwards like Jordy Bos, Cameron Burgess, and Cristian Volpato may weaken the attacking options for the Socceroos.

In recent games, Australia struggled to find the net, failing to score in two of their last three matches and managing only one goal across those fixtures. During the World Cup, they scored three goals in four matches, averaging less than one per game. Meanwhile, Carlo Ancelotti can select a formidable defense featuring Gabriel Magalhaes alongside Marquinhos, making it tough for Australia to break through.

Brazil kept two clean sheets in five World Cup games despite an early exit, and all six prior head-to-head clashes between these teams ended with at least one side failing to score.

Betting Tip 1: Both Teams to Score - No (10/11)

Brazil’s offensive lineup is packed with talent, including Raphinha, Vinicius Junior, Estevao, Endrick, and Joao Pedro. This group poses a serious threat that Australia's defense will struggle to contain.

The Selecao scored 10 goals in five World Cup matches and have found the net in every match over the past year. In three of the last five encounters with Australia, Brazil scored at least three goals. Their previous meeting in Melbourne in 2017 saw Brazil win 4-0.

Though Australia have improved since then, Brazil’s firepower remains intimidating, suggesting the visitors could score multiple times in Queensland.

Betting Tip 2: Brazil to Score Over 2.5 Goals (5/4)

Despite Brazil being heavy favorites, Australia's progress over the years means they won’t give up easily. Holding the Brazilians at bay until half-time would be seen as an achievement. Coach Popovic may make many changes after the break, which could create vulnerabilities.

The last four matches between these nations were competitive, with two half-time draws. One ended in a Brazilian comeback victory, while Australia once secured a 1-0 win.

Brazil’s recent match against Norway was level at half-time, hinting that Australia might keep pace initially before Brazil’s quality shows later.

Betting Tip 3: Half-time/Full-time - Draw/Brazil (4/1)

Team Form and Predictions

Australia’s World Cup run was disappointing. After an opening 2-0 win against Türkiye raised hopes, they failed to win another match and exited in the Round of 32 following a penalty shootout loss to Egypt.

The Socceroos now get a chance to test themselves against one of football’s giants at home. Australia once shocked Brazil with a 1-0 win in the 2001 Confederations Cup third-place playoff, so there is some history of upsets.

Brazil’s 2026 World Cup campaign also fell short of expectations. Despite a strong start, they were convincingly beaten by Norway in the quarter-finals. These friendlies in Australia offer a chance to try new tactics ahead of future tournaments, though pride will still motivate the Seleção.

Predicted Scoreline

  • Australia: 0
  • Brazil: 3

Expected Goal Scorers

  • Joao Pedro
  • Raphinha (2 goals)

Likely Starting Lineups

  • Australia: Beach, Circati, Souttar, Herrington, K. Bos, Irvine, O’Neill, Behich, Metcalfe, Robertson, Irankunda
  • Brazil: Souza, Wesley, Marquinhos, Magalhaes, Jair, Guimaraes, A. Santos, Rayan, Raphinha, Vinicius Junior, Pedro

Related Articles