The Socceroos have secured their spot in the FIFA World Cup for the sixth consecutive time, marking their seventh overall appearance. This achievement gives Australians numerous opportunities to rally behind their national team, proudly donning the green and gold.
Australia finds itself in Group D, where they will face off against Türkiye, Paraguay, and co-hosts, the United States.
Under the leadership of newly appointed manager Tony Popovic, who took over from Graham Arnold in 2024, the Socceroos have been rigorously preparing in Oakland. Their aim is to advance beyond the Round of 16 for the first time in their World Cup history.
Fans can enjoy live and free broadcasts on SBS and SBS On Demand. Additionally, official live sites and fan zones will be set up nationwide, allowing supporters to come together and share in the excitement of the matches.
Stay tuned to find out where you can join fellow fans to watch the Socceroos in action and cheer them on as they compete in both the group matches and the finals.
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Socceroos live sites across Australia
If watching at home isn’t your thing, cities across Australia are turning public spaces and stadiums into giant viewing parties.
Some sites will vary their operating dates.
Melbourne
- Federation Square
- Marvel Stadium
- AAMI Park
- Broadmeadows Town Hall
- Maddern Square (Footscray)
Sydney
- Tumbalong Park
- Cathy Freeman Park
- Parramatta Square
- Allianz Stadium
- Blacktown Football Park
- Henley Park, Enfield
- Playford Park, Bankstown
- Camperdown Memorial Rest Park
- Rouse Hill Town Centre
- Phillips Park, Lurnea
- Hammondville Oval, Moorebank
- Cirillo Reserve, Middleton Grange
- Webbs Avenue, Auburn
- Merrylands Civic Square
Brisbane
- Roma Street Parkland
- King George Square
- South Bank Parklands
- Suncorp Stadium
- Riverstage
Adelaide
Perth
ACT
- University of Canberra Refectory
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If you can’t catch the games at one of the live screenings, here is how to stream every Socceroos match live and free on SBS On Demand.
Australia v Türkiye
When: Sunday, June 14
Kick-off: 2PM (AEST)
Our first match sees the Socceroos face off against Türkiye in Canada at BC Place, Vancouver. It’s only Türkiye’s third World Cup appearance, but under new manager Vincenzo Montella, this Turkish side could be one of the strongest teams the country has ever produced.
Watch the livestream here: FIFA World Cup 2026â„¢ | Stream Australia V Turkiye Free on SBS On DemandÂ
Australia v USA
When: Saturday, June 20
Kick-off: 5AM (AEST)
Start your weekend early by supporting the Socceroos as they take on one of the host nations at Seattle Stadium. Mauricio Pochettino’s squad will be a tough one to beat, but with a few wobbles in recent matches, the Socceroos have a fighting chance.
Watch the livestream here: FIFA World Cup 2026â„¢ | Stream Australia V USA Free on SBS On DemandÂ
Australia v Paraguay
When: Friday, June 26
Kick-off: 12PM (AEST)
Don’t miss our final match of the group stage, where the Socceroos take on Paraguay at the San Francisco Bay Area Stadium.
Since starting as a coach in 2024, Gustavo Alfaro has transformed the side into a tough team to beat. Their World Cup qualification was celebrated with a national public holiday.
Watch Australia take on Paraguay here: FIFA World Cup 2026â„¢ | Stream Australia V Paraguay Free on SBS On DemandÂ
You can watch all 104 matches of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ live, free and exclusive on SBS, SBS VICELAND and SBS On Demand.
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