Lucas Herrington

Lucas Herrington is one of the youngest players in the Socceroos' 2026 World Cup picture, a teenage defender who progressed through Brisbane Roar before earning a move to Colorado Rapids in MLS. At just 18, his inclusion reflects both Australia's willingness to blood young talent and the genuine scarcity of depth options at the back. He is still very much a developmental prospect rather than a proven international quantity, but the physical and tactical demands of MLS provide a reasonable proving ground. His presence in the squad at this age suggests the coaching staff see long-term potential worth nurturing through tournament exposure.