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

Australia vs Brazil Preview and Predictions

Our expert expects Brazil to bounce back from a disappointing last game by winning the second match of their friendly series against Australia on 29 September 2026. The home team has struggled lately, remaining winless in their last four games but unbeaten at this stadium with two wins and a draw. Beating Brazil has been rare for Australia, making this a tough challenge especially with likely squad rotation.

Ancelotti's side looks set to improve their finishing after a shaky performance recently. Although Brazil hasn’t won in their last two matches and have a poor away record with only four wins in their past 16 away fixtures (excluding neutral venues), their talented squad should eventually dominate here. Historically, Brazil has won six of the last eight encounters with Australia, often by at least two goals.

Betting Tip 1: Brazil -1 Handicap @ 8/11 (SkyBet)

Both Teams to Score Likely

Australia managed to break through Brazil’s defense before, showing some attacking promise with seven shots and three on target. Brazil created more chances overall with an expected goals (xG) of 1.24 versus Australia's 0.61, but lacked clinical finishing. Recent games for both teams have seen goals conceded on either side, suggesting this match could also see both teams find the net.

Betting Tip 2: Both Teams to Score - Yes @ 4/5 (SkyBet)

Spotlight on Australia’s Rising Star Nestory Irankunda

At just 20, Nestory Irankunda emerged as Australia’s standout player last week. The attacking midfielder impressed with pace and creativity, having scored eight goals and assisted six in 35 A-League games for Adelaide United in 2024/25. Last season, he contributed eight goal involvements in 40 Championship appearances for Watford.

Irankunda’s direct free-kick goal grabbed global attention, breaking a five-game scoring drought at his current club, Sporting CP. He aims to boost his confidence by scoring again against Brazil.

Betting Tip 3: Anytime Goalscorer - Nestory Irankunda @ 4/1 (SkyBet)

Form and Score Prediction

• Predicted Score: Australia 1-3 Brazil
• Goalscorers: Australia: Nestory Irankunda; Brazil: Vinicius Junior, Raphinha, Estevao

Australia nearly secured a rare win over Brazil last Friday, leading until a last-minute equalizer bounced off the crossbar. Coach Tony Popovic remains optimistic despite the draw, focusing on building towards the AFC Asian Cup in January and planning to give younger players opportunities.

The Socceroos have yet to lose at Brisbane’s Suncorp Stadium, where this will be their final home game before the continental tournament.

Brazil fans are growing impatient with coach Carlo Ancelotti following the team's poor World Cup exit and lackluster recent results. His record over 18 matches is the worst among Brazil managers with that tenure. Still, with Australia rotating, Brazil may take advantage and secure another win.

Expected Lineups

• Australia: Beach, Geria, Degenek, Adamson, Italiano, Yazbek, O’Neill, K. Boss, Velupillay, Irankunda, Younis
• Brazil: Souza, Matheuzinho, Marquinhos, Vitor Reis, Santos, Guimaraes, Danilo Santos, Estevao, Raphinha, Vinicius Junior, Endrick