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Where to watch the World Cup in Melbourne
Catch every goal, every upset and every unforgettable moment of the FIFA World Cup at Melbourne's outdoor live sites and sports bars. Whether you want the electric atmosphere of a fan zone or the comfort of your favourite pub, there are plenty of places across the city to watch the world's biggest sporting event.
Where to Watch the World Cup in Melbourne
The FIFA World Cup is the biggest sporting event on the planet. Every four years, billions of fans tune in as the world's best football nations battle for the ultimate prize.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup, hosted across the USA, Canada and Mexico, is the biggest tournament in history. Expanded from 32 to 48 teams, the competition features 104 matches played from 12 June to 20 July, with many kick-off times well suited to Australian audiences.
Melbourne football fans can catch all the action at major outdoor live sites, sports bars and pubs throughout the city. Popular venues including the Imperial Hotel and Kicks will be showing matches live, alongside many other venues welcoming supporters throughout the tournament.
Every match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup will also be broadcast live and free on SBS On Demand, making it easy to follow every game from anywhere.
Find a World Cup Venue Near You
Looking for somewhere to watch the World Cup? Search for sports bars, pubs and live sites in your suburb and enjoy the tournament atmosphere with fellow football fans.
Australia (Socceroos) v Turkey: 2pm, June 14
Australia (Socceroos) v USA: 5am, June 20
Australia (Socceroos) v Paraguay: 12pm, June 26
Free Melbourne Live Sites
Federation Square (CBD): The heart of Melbourne's World Cup watch parties. Thousands of fans gather to watch major games on the big screen with an electric, family-friendly atmosphere.
Marvel Stadium (Docklands): Features a 257-inch giant screen at Stadium Square, complete with DJs, foosball tables, food trucks, and pop-up bars.
AAMI Park (Melbourne Park): Host to Victoria's largest outdoor stadium viewing experience for key matches.
CBD Sports Bars
Imperial Hotel: 2-8 Bourke St, Melbourne
Transport Hotel: Fed Square
Crown Sports Bar: Level 1 Casino, 8 Whiteman St, Southbank
Waterside Hotel: 508 Flinders Street, Melbourne
Melbourne Public: 11 Dukes Walk, South Wharf
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Key dates (all Melbourne time)
-:- Group stage: June 12-28
-:- Round of 32: June 29-July 3
-:- Round of 16: July 4-July 7
-:- Quarterfinals: July 9 & 11
-:- Semifinals: July 15 & 16
-:- Third-place playoff: July 18
-:- Final: 5am, July 20
❊ Key Information ❊
When
Friday 26 June 2026
Time: Midday 12pm
Time: Midday 12pm
Where
Melbourne Victoria Map
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