Football fans across Australia are preparing for another early morning of World Cup action, with official live sites set to welcome supporters as the CommBank Socceroos continue their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign.
Australia secured its place in the Round of 32 after a draw with Paraguay saw the Socceroos finish second in Group D. The knockout match will be played on Saturday, 4 July, with kick-off scheduled for 4am AEST, 3.30am ACST and 2am AWST.
Supporters will be able to watch the match at official fan sites in several capital cities and regional centres, with venues opening before kick-off to cater for the early start.
In Sydney, live screenings will be held at Tumbalong Park in Darling Harbour, Cathy Freeman Park at Sydney Olympic Park, Parramatta Square, Blacktown Football Park, Cirillo Reserve at Middleton Grange, Dyin Ngurra at Merrylands Civic Square and North Bondi Park.
Melbourne fans can gather at Federation Square, AAMI Park, Marvel Stadium and Broadmeadows Town Hall, while Brisbane’s official live site will again be at South Bank. Perth supporters can head to Northbridge Piazza, and Canberra will host screenings at the University of Canberra Refectory and Garema Place. Darwin Football Stadium will also welcome fans in the Northern Territory.
Adelaide’s official live site at The Drive will reopen from 3am for the Round of 32 clash after drawing tens of thousands of supporters across Australia’s three group stage matches. A 12 by 7 metre screen will broadcast the game, with an MC, DJ and food and beverage outlets, including coffee and bacon and egg rolls, available throughout the morning.
South Australian Minister Emily Bourke said the atmosphere at the Adelaide Live Site during the group stage had been outstanding and expected supporters to return despite the early kick-off.
She encouraged fans to wear green and gold and continue backing the Socceroos, including the South Australian players representing Australia on the world stage.
Kate Owen, General Manager of Adelaide Venue Management, said the live site had become a popular gathering place for football supporters, with strong crowds attending each of Australia’s group matches.
She said organisers were looking forward to welcoming more fans as the Socceroos’ World Cup campaign continued, with further live site opportunities expected to be announced should Australia progress deeper into the tournament.
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