The Australia national football team, known as the Socceroos, represents Australia in international men's football. Governed by Football Australia, the team plays its home matches at various stadiums across the country, including Sydney's Stadium Australia. Founded in 1922, the team's colors are green and gold. Australia's football history was long defined by its prowess in the Oceania Football Confederation, which it dominated for decades. The team's key era began in the mid-2000s under coach Guus Hiddink, culminating in a historic qualification for the 2006 FIFA World Cup and a memorable run to the Round of 16. This marked their entry into the Asian Football Confederation, where they have since become a consistent power, winning the AFC Asian Cup in 2015. The modern Socceroos, featuring players like Mathew Ryan and Aaron Mooy, are known for their resilience and team spirit. They carry the hopes of a nation where football is growing rapidly, with a passionate and diverse fan base always behind them.