Popovic Calls Up 17-Year-Old Overy to Socceroos Squad
Manchester United prospect James Overy has been selected for Australia's squad for upcoming friendlies against Colombia and Venezuela. The 17-year-old full back, who joined United's academy last year, has yet to make a senior appearance for the Premier League club but featured in Australia's under-20 World Cup squad.
Squad Details and New Faces
Overy, born in Perth, is one of seven uncapped players named in the 26-man squad announced Friday. Coach Tony Popovic aims to strengthen team depth ahead of the 2026 World Cup in North America.
- Sydney FC forward Al Hassan Toure, joining his younger brother Mohamed Toure in the squad
- Poland-based striker Deni Juric
- Melbourne City goalkeeper Patrick Beach
- Centre back Kai Trewin
- Sydney FC midfielder Paul Okon-Engstler, son of former Socceroo Paul Okon
- Scotland-born defender Jack Iredale
Returning Players
“Germany-based Irvine returns to the squad for the first time in eight months after a long lay-off from foot surgery and a recent quadriceps setback.”
Midfielders Jackson Irvine and Riley McGree are also back from injury, boosting the squad ahead of the November friendlies against Venezuela in Houston on November 14 and World Cup-bound Colombia in New York on November 18.
Author's Summary
Young talents including James Overy and several uncapped players join an evolving Socceroos squad as Tony Popovic prepares for crucial friendlies ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
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