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Where to watch the Socceroos at World Cup live sites across Australia

The article discusses the Socceroos' qualification for the FIFA World Cup and provides information on where fans can watch the matches live across Australia, including public viewing sites and SBS coverage.

The Socceroos have qualified for their sixth consecutive FIFA World Cup and seventh in their history, and Australians will have plenty of ways to get behind the green and gold.

The Aussies were drawn into Group D alongside Türkiye, Paraguay and co-hosts the United States.

Under new manager Tony Popovic, who replaced Graham Arnold in 2024, the Socceroos have been training in Oakland, hoping to make it beyond the Round of 16 for the first time.

Alongside live and free coverage on SBS and SBS On Demand , official live sites and fan zones will pop up across the country, giving supporters the chance to watch together.

Here's where you can catch the action, and cheer along live with Socceroos matches and 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.

All the FIFA World Cup 2026 coverage on our World Cup page

How to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 on SBS

Watch all 104 matches of the FIFA World Cup 2026 at our On Demand hub

When the Socceroos matches start

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

The Drive

Perth

Northbridge Piazza

ACT

University of Canberra Refectory

NT

Darwin Football Stadium

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 2026™ | Stream Australia V Turkiye Free on SBS On Demand

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 2026™ | Stream Australia V USA Free on SBS On Demand

The Socceroos celebrate their second-round FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier match against Lebanon. Source: AAP / Sipa USA 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 2026™ | Stream Australia V Paraguay Free on SBS On Demand

You can watch all 104 matches of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ live, free and exclusive on  SBS , SBS VICELAND and  SBS On Demand .

Create your  SBS On Demand account  to get match ready.

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Where to watch the Socceroos at World Cup live sites across Australia

The article discusses the Socceroos' qualification for the FIFA World Cup and provides information on where fans can watch the matches live across Australia, including public viewing sites and SBS coverage.

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