Graham Arnold is set to step down as Socceroos manager before Australia's next World Cup qualifier in October.

Australia head coach Graham Arnold resigns and says it is the "best for the nation" after a poor start to their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign.

Graham Arnold has stepped down as head coach of the Australian men’s national team after six years in charge. Football Australia confirmed the news on Friday, stating Arnold, 61, informed the organisation earlier this week of his decision.

Graham Arnold has resigned as Australia coach in a decision he said was "best for the nation" following the Socceroos' poor start to Asia's third phase of World Cup qualifying.

Graham Arnold has quit as coach of the Socceroos, Football Australia said Friday, following a poor start to the third round of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup.Arnold departs after a shock 1-0 home defeat to Bahrain earlier this month then a goalless draw at Indonesia left Australia with one point from their opening two matches in the decisive third round of qualifying for 2026.

Graham Arnold has resigned as head coach of the Australian men’s soccer team after six years in charge and following two recent poor performances by the Socceroos in 2026 World Cup qualifying.