Jun 5, 2026 – 9.00amWashington | When the Socceroos travel to Canada next week for their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, one squad member will be integral to performance and camaraderie: the team barista.Melburnian Bobby Woodward was recruited by brothers Nick and Andy Stone, the Australians behind the United States cafe chain Bluestone Lane, which has signed on as the Socceroos’ coffee partner for the tournament.Subscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Fetching latest articles