Socceroos emerging star Lucas Herrington cruising into maiden World Cup
18-year-old Lucas Herrington has been selected for Australia's 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Colorado Rapids player has impressed coaches with his recent performances and is poised to become one of the tournament's youngest participants.
Why it matters
The emergence of young talent in international sports highlights the global development pipeline for professional soccer.
Lucas Herrington is a late bolter for the Socceroos. ( Getty Images: Corbis/Steve Christo )
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