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

The friendly match between Australia and Brazil promises an intense clash as the visitors aim to assert dominance in Queensland. Our expert insights highlight key betting tips and probable lineups ahead of this encounter on 25 September 2026.

Betting Odds from talkSPORT BET

• Both Teams to Score: No @ 10/11
• Brazil Total Goals: Over 2.5 goals @ 5/4
• Half-time/Full-time Result: Draw/Brazil @ 4/1

Why Australia Might Struggle to Find the Net

Tony Popovic kept faith with 16 World Cup players in his 26-man squad for this series, but with seven potential debutants and three returning players, Australia's attacking options are somewhat limited. Injuries to Jordy Bos, Cameron Burgess, and Cristian Volpato have weakened their forward line.

The Socceroos have found scoring difficult recently, managing just one goal across their last three matches and a total of three goals in four World Cup games, averaging less than one goal per game. Facing a Brazilian defense that features Gabriel Magalhaes alongside Marquinhos, two of the strongest defenders internationally, will make scoring even tougher.

Brazil also kept two clean sheets during their World Cup campaign, despite not progressing far. Historically, all six recent matches between these teams have seen at least one side fail to score.

Brazil’s Potent Attack Could Dominate

Carlo Ancelotti has selected a striking lineup including Raphinha, Vinicius Junior, Estevao, Endrick, and Joao Pedro. This group poses a significant threat that Australia may struggle to contain.

During the World Cup, Brazil netted 10 goals over five games and have scored in every match over the last year. In the past five meetings against Australia, they have hit at least three goals in three fixtures, including a 4-0 win in Melbourne in 2017.

Though Australia has improved, Brazil’s firepower remains formidable and could lead to multiple goals in this match.

Hosts Could Keep Brazil at Bay Early On

Despite being underdogs, Australia’s progress over the years shouldn't be overlooked. They might hold Brazil to a goalless or low-scoring half, which would be a positive sign. Expect Popovic to rotate heavily after halftime, possibly leaving gaps for Brazil to exploit.

Recent head-to-heads have been competitive, with two ending level at halftime. On one occasion, Brazil scored twice in the second half to secure victory, while Australia won another encounter 1-0.

Brazil's last match saw them level at halftime against Norway, so the visitors' quality is likely to break through in the second half, making a draw at half-time followed by a Brazil win an intriguing betting option.

Our Match Predictions

• Final Score: Australia 0 - 3 Brazil
• Goalscorers: Joao Pedro, Raphinha (x2)

Australia's World Cup journey ended earlier than hoped after a bright start. Their only win was a 2-0 victory over Türkiye, before falling on penalties to Egypt in the Round of 32. Now, they face a chance to challenge one of football's giants on home soil.

Brazil, disappointed by their quarter-final exit to Norway, look to rebuild confidence with these friendlies. Ancelotti will test new player combinations but won't take this lightly since pride is on the line.

Probable 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