Socceroos

In a thrilling display of grit and determination, the Socceroos edged closer to their 2026 World Cup dream with a commanding 5-1 victory over Indonesia at Allianz Stadium in Sydney on Thursday night. Despite playing in what many considered hostile conditions—a home game that felt as challenging as an away fixture—the Australian side demonstrated resilience and tactical mastery that left no doubt about their intent to qualify directly for the World Cup.

There’ll be a big crowd gathered around a television back home in Greece when the Socceroos take on Indonesia in a must-win World Cup qualifier in Sydney on Thursday. But it won’t be the usual festive family support—Jason Davidson’s parents, part of Australian footballing royalty through his father Alan, have unexpectedly been forced to change their travel plans. “Unfortunately, my parents were actually coming over to Greece,” Jason explained with a wry smile from the team hotel in Sydney. Their pre-planned trip means they won’t be in Australia to cheer him on in person; instead, they’ll be watching the game on television from abroad.