The Socceroos have secured a match against Canada in London four days after they play France in Paris as they attempt to bounce back from their thrashing by Brazil.

Football Federation Australia FFA annnounced on Thursday that the Socceroos would play Canada at Fulham's home ground, Craven Cottage, on Tuesday 15 October.

The friendly match was warmly welcomed by coach Holger Osieck who needs all the match practice for his team after they were drubbed 6-0 by Brazil earlier this month as they prepare for next year's World Cup.

"The opportunity came up to play Canada on the second Fifa match date in October after we play France on the Friday evening in Paris," said Osieck. "For us it is important to play as many international matches as possible in the lead-up to the World Cup."