The CommBank Olyroos will begin their campaign towards qualification for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games on home soil this October, with two international friendlies against Korea Republic U23s at polytec Stadium in Gosford.
The fixtures mark the first step on the road to LA28, with the CommBank Olyroos first aiming to qualify for the AFC U-23 Asian Cup 2028, with pre-qualification matches in June 2027, which will determine Asia's representatives at the Olympic Games.
The first match will be played in front of fans at polytec Stadium on Saturday, 3 October, with tickets going on sale at 10.30am AEST on Friday, 11 September. The teams will meet again at the same venue on Tuesday, 6 October in a match closed to the public.
The October fixtures will also mark the first time the CommBank Olyroos have played on Australian soil since September 2019, when they recorded consecutive 1-1 draws against New Zealand U23s at WIN Stadium in Wollongong and Campbelltown Stadium.
Both matches will be available to stream on 10 Streaming.
Quotes attributable to Football Australia Executive Director of Football, Heather Garriock:
"It's fantastic to have the CommBank Olyroos back playing on home soil and to give Australian football fans the opportunity to see some of our country's rising stars in action.
"Korea Republic consistently produce high-quality youth national teams and will provide an excellent test for our players as we begin this next cycle.
"The ambition for this program is clear - to qualify for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games - and these matches represent the first step on that journey.
"We encourage football fans on the Central Coast and across New South Wales to come out and support the CommBank Olyroos as they begin what we hope will be an exciting campaign towards LA28."
Quotes attributable to NSW Minister for Sport and Minister for Jobs and Tourism, Steve Kamper:
"I'm thrilled that we've been able to secure two CommBank Olyroos v Korea Republic U23 matches, with the fixtures to be held next month on the Central Coast.
"Thousands of football fans from across NSW will have the opportunity to see some of Australia's brightest young football talent take on one of Asia's strongest U23 sides.
"The NSW Government is proud to continue our partnership with Football Australia, bringing international football to NSW, supporting local businesses and jobs, and showcasing our state as a great destination for world-class sporting experiences."
Match Details
CommBank Olyroos v Korea Republic U23s
Date: Saturday, 3 October 2026
Venue: polytec Stadium, Gosford
Kick-off: 3.00pm AEST
Tickets: On sale from 10.30am AEST on Friday, 11 September - click here
Broadcast: Stream on 10
CommBank Olyroos v Korea Republic U23s
Date: Tuesday, 6 October 2026
Venue: polytec Stadium, Gosford
Kick-off: 1.00pm AEDT
Broadcast: Stream on 10
