Summary

Mathew Leckie (Australia), Forward, 81 caps, 14 international goals, model: 0% to score anytime at WC 2026

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Mathew Leckie

#7 Forward Melbourne City FC (AUS) Australia

Mathew Leckie is a 35-year-old forward for Melbourne City FC (AUS) and Australia. He has earned 81 caps and 14 international goals for Australia. Our model puts Australia's title chance at 0% with a 55% shot at clearing the group stage at World Cup 2026.

81 Caps

14 Goals

0 Season goals

1 Assists

6.63 Form rating

Age35Height1.81 m (5 ft 11 in)Weight172 lbsMarket value€151K

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Betting Relevance

High shots volume Above average

Tournament form Below par

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Mathew Leckie · the model’s read

Mathew Leckie brings 81 caps and 14 international goals for Australia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, lining up as a forward. At club level they play for Melbourne City FC (AUS). That record is the base the model weighs alongside current form and the strength of the group.

The model rates Leckie's anytime-goalscoring probability at 0% at this tournament — a long shot read. That comes from an expected 0.00 goal contributions (xG + xA) over the projected minutes. Like every probability on the site, it is a long-run likelihood, not a guarantee that a goal arrives in any one match.

Mathew Leckie: World Cup 2026 Form

How Mathew has rated match-by-match at World Cup 2026.

6.3

Avg rating 1 game · WC 2026

6.3

Last match vs USA

6.3

vs USA

61 min

Mathew Leckie: Tournament Form vs Career Baseline

Per-90 output at World Cup 2026 (1 game) alongside the career baseline (6 matches on record), so you can read current form against the track record.

World Cup 2026 6.3

Career baseline 6.6

1.48 Shotsper 90 min 1.17

— Tacklesper 90 min 0.78

— Interceptionsper 90 min 1.17

2.95 Ball recoveriesper 90 min 5.09

43 Touchesper 90 min 46

At World Cup 2026, Mathew is rating 6.3 — below his 6.6 career baseline.

Australia Squad

Full squad

Mathew is part of a Australia squad heading to World Cup 2026 in Group D.

Mathew Ryan Goalkeeper 7.2 Career rating

Aziz Behich Defender 1.19 Tackles / 90

Jackson Irvine Midfielder 0.59 Key passes / 90

Miloš Degenek Defender 0.31 Tackles / 90

Harry Souttar Defender 1.08 Tackles / 90

Awer Mabil Forward 1.93 Shots / 90

Mathew Leckie: Career History

Club career, most recent first.

Hertha

2017 - 2021

Ingolstadt

2014 - 2017

FSV Frankfurt

2012 - 2014

Mgladbach II

2011 - 2013

Mönchengladbach

2011 - 2012

Adelaide United

2009 - 2011

Honours

The major titles and individual awards, grouped by competition.

4 TOTAL HONOURS

BIGGEST ACHIEVEMENTS

2× Australian A-League Premiers 2021-2022, 2022-2023

1× AFC Asian Cup 2015

1× Australian A-League Champions 2025

HONOURS SNAPSHOT

2 League Titles

0 Cup Competitions

1 International

0 Individual Awards

League Titles 2

2× Australian A-League Premiers
2021-20222022-2023
1× Australian A-League Champions
2025

International 1

1× AFC Asian Cup
2015

Career Milestones

Key landmarks from Mathew's career.

1 LandmarksTop career moments

1 ClubsAcross top leagues

4 AchievementsMajor honours

FIFA World Cup Player Of The Match Australia ·

FIFA World Cup

Award

Mathew Leckie: Quick Facts

#7Shirt number

35Age

1.81 m (5 ft 11 in)Height

172 lbsWeight

Melbourne, AustraliaBirthplace

Melbourne City FC (AUS)Club

Part of the Australia squad at World Cup 2026

Australia team page

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Frequently Asked Questions

What position does Mathew Leckie play?

Mathew Leckie plays as a Forward for Melbourne City FC (AUS). At World Cup 2026 they represent Australia.

How many caps does Mathew Leckie have?

Mathew Leckie has 81 international caps for Australia, with 14 international goals.

What trophies has Mathew Leckie won?

Mathew Leckie has won 4 career honours. Notable titles include Australian A-League Premiers (x2), AFC Asian Cup (x1), Australian A-League Champions (x1).

What is Australia's chance of winning World Cup 2026?

Our model puts Australia at 0% to win World Cup 2026 and 55% to advance from the group stage.

Which group is Australia in at World Cup 2026?

Australia are in Group D at World Cup 2026, facing Turkey, United States, Paraguay.