<p>Canada will host the Socceroos in an international friendly at Montreal's Saputo Stadium on Friday evening (their time), as both sides continue their preparation for the 2026 World Cup.</p> <p>Both nations have already secured their spots in next year's tournament, making this clash an ideal opportunity to test both squad depth and tactical acumen.</p> <p>The Socceroos, currently ranked 25th in the world rankings, arrive with significant momentum after securing automatic World Cup qualification under Tony Popovic's guidance.</p> <p>Australia finished second behind Japan in their qualification group, demonstrating the resilience that has seen them now reach six consecutive World Cups.</p> <p>Meanwhile, Canada, positioned 26th in the latest rankings, enter this fixture buoyed by impressive September results that included victories over European opposition Romania and Wales.</p> <p>They have shown defensive solidity under former Leeds United mentor Jesse Marsch, recording consecutive clean sheets while finding the net four times across those matches.</p> <p>With both nations side-by-side in the world rankings, this one appears to be poised on a knifes edge, so who wins? Or is a stalemate inevitable? Let’s find out!</p> <p>For the latest analysis, team news, odds, and more, check out our Socceroos vs Canada prediction and betting tips below.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h2>Socceroos Squad and Predicted Lineup</h2> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Australia are set to be without key men Jackson Irvine and Harry Souttar for these upcoming friendlies against Canada and the USA.</p> <p>Two noteworthy inclusions are uncapped Austria-based player Jacob Italian and the return of veteran goalkeeper and captain Mat Ryan who missed the Socceroos recent New Zealand fixtures.</p> <p>Check out Tony Popovic’s full squad below as well as our predicted lineup for the Canada game.</p> <p><strong>Socceroos squad:</strong> Daniel Arzani, Max Balard, Jordan Bos, Martin Boyle, Cameron Burgess, Alessandro Circati, Milos Degenek, Cameron Devlin, Mitch Duke, Nicholas D’Agostino, Joe Gauci, Jason Geria, Ajdin Hrustic, Nestory Irankunda, Paul Izzo, Jacob Italian, Hayden Matthews, Connor Metcalfe, Lewis Miller, Aiden O’Neill, Alex Robertson. Kye Rowles, Mat Ryan, Mohamed Toure, Patrick Yazbek.</p> <p><strong>Predicted lineup: </strong>Ryan, Degenek, Burgess, Miller, Rowles, Circa Balard, O'Neill; Metcafe, Irankunda, Boyle.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h2>Socceroos vs Canada Predictions and Betting Tips</h2> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h3>Win-Draw-Win Prediction</h3> <p>Somewhat surprisingly in the win-draw-win market, the Socceroos are at long odds to outright win this one.</p> <p>This is probably largely due to two reasons – Canada’s recent form under Jesse Marsch and having to play this one in their opponents’ backyard.</p> <p>Still, it feels a little unjust considering how impressive their recent World Cup qualifying campaign was. There’s also enough in form talent in their squad to cause some real trouble for the Canadian defence.</p> <p>Watford hitman Nestory Irankunda and recently minted Eredivisie Player of the Month Jordy Bos, have potential to run riot should they get the opportunity to link up.</p> <p>While an outright victory might be a step too far for the Green and Gold, particularly if Popovic decides to experiment with his side, a draw is definitely in the realms of possibility.</p> <p><strong>Betting tip: </strong>Draw.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h3>Correct Score Prediction</h3> <p>When it comes to friendly forays, we’re always inclined to tip a firefight over a grind. With nothing more than pride on the line, we fully expect both of these sides to go for it.</p> <p>Australia’s aforementioned attacking quality is well advertised, but with still no Souttar, they’re a little skinny at the back.</p> <p>With the likes of Juventus’ Johnathan David and Villarreal’s Tajon Buchanan ready to pounce for Canada, we’re tipping the goals to go flying in a both ends and</p> <p><strong>Betting tip:</strong> 2-2.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h3>First Goalscorer Prediction</h3> <p>Call it the patriot in us, but despite Canada packing a forward that play for European giants Juventus, we’re backing an Aussie to open the scoring here.</p> <p>Martin Boyle averages close to a goal every three games for the Socceroos, and should he be picked to lead the line, we fancy him to be the first to find the back of the net in this one.</p> <p><strong>Betting tip: </strong>Martin Boyle.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h2>Socceroos vs Canada Match Details</h2> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Date: </strong>Saturday, October 11, 2025.</p> <p><strong>Kick-off: </strong>10:30am AEDT.</p> <p><strong>Location:</strong> Saputo Stadium, Montreal.</p> <p><strong>Where to watch: </strong>Paramount+&nbsp;</p>