The winger was born in Kenya to South Sudanese parents who had escaped civil war. He moved to Australia aged 10

Socceroo Awer Mabil, the 2023 Young Australian of the Year, says the nation’s multiculturalism is reflected in the make-up of the national team – and that fans are rightly proud…

Awer Mabil is proud to represent Australia in the World Cup because of the country's history of taking in refugees.