Tony Popovic

Tony Popovic is one of Australian football’s most respected figures, with a career spanning more than three decades as a player and coach at the highest level. A former Socceroo with 58 international caps, he represented Australia at the 2006 FIFA World Cup and enjoyed a successful playing career across Australia, Japan, England and Qatar.

Since transitioning into coaching, Tony has built a reputation as a disciplined and tactical leader, achieving success both domestically and internationally. As the inaugural head coach of the Western Sydney Wanderers, he guided the club to the A-League Premiership and made history by winning the 2014 AFC Champions League – the first Australian team to do so. He later steered Perth Glory to the A-League Premiership and led Melbourne Victory to the 2022 Australia Cup.

In 2024, Tony was appointed Head Coach of the Australian Men’s National Team, becoming the first Australian to both play for and manage the Socceroos at a FIFA World Cup.

Renowned for his leadership, resilience and vision for the game, Tony Popovic continues to shape the future of Australian football on the global stage.