The Minns Labor Government is inviting football fans to come together and cheer on the Socceroos for free, with two massive live sites set to transform Darling Harbour and Sydney Olympic Park into live fan zones during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Every Socceroos match will be broadcast live on giant screens at Tumbalong Park in Darling Harbour and Cathy Freeman Park at Sydney Olympic Park.
Families, friends and football fanatics have the chance to experience every goal, save, and nail-biting moment together in an electric atmosphere completely free of charge.
Tumbalong Park will continue screening matches right through to the quarter finals, semi-finals and grand final, while Sydney Olympic Park will host finals screenings if Australia progresses beyond the group stage.
From the city waterfront to the heart of Western Sydney, the live sites will showcase Sydney at its best: vibrant, energetic and packed with fans backing the green and gold on the world stage.
At Darling Harbour, fans can enjoy the buzzing waterfront atmosphere, grab dinner or drinks from nearby restaurants and bars, then settle in under the stars at Tumbalong Park for the matches.
In Western Sydney, Cathy Freeman Park will become a festival of football, with fans encouraged to bring a picnic rug, enjoy local food trucks and eateries, and soak up the atmosphere alongside thousands of supporters.
No tickets or registrations are required at the sites, just turn up and join the crowd.
The live sites are part of the Minns Labor Government's commitment to delivering free, family-friendly events and building a more vibrant Sydney.
Recent reforms have cut red tape around live entertainment, dining and events while lifting event caps to help bring more world-class experiences to public spaces across the city.
Darling Harbour continues to thrive as one of Australia's premier public destinations, attracting more than 26 million visitors over the past 12 months.
Recent investments in the precinct include a new sound shell at Tumbalong Park, upgrades to the Chinese Garden of Friendship and a new playground for older children.
Meanwhile, Sydney Olympic Park continues to cement its reputation as one of the nation's great sporting and entertainment precincts, hosting major international events, elite sport and concerts that draw crowds from across NSW and beyond.
Together, Placemaking NSW and Sydney Olympic Park Authority will help turn Sydney into one giant football celebration during the world's biggest sporting tournament.
Live site dates and times:
| Date (2026) | Live site location | Game Time (AEST) | Game | Stage |
| 14 June | Tumbalong Park Cathy Freeman Park |
14:00 | Australia vs Türkiye | Group Stage |
| 20 June | Tumbalong Park Cathy Freeman Park |
05:00 | USA vs Australia | Group Stage |
| 26 June | Tumbalong Park Cathy Freeman Park |
12:00 | Paraguay vs Australia | Group Stage |
| 10 July | Tumbalong Park | 06:00 | TBD | Quarter-final |
| 11 July | Tumbalong Park | 05:00 | TBD | Quarter-final |
| 12 July | Tumbalong Park | 07:00 11:00 |
TBD | Quarter-final Quarter-final |
| 15 July | Tumbalong Park | 05:00 | TBD | Semi-final |
| 16 July | Tumbalong Park | 05:00 | TBD | Semi-final |
| 19 July | Tumbalong Park | 07:00 | TBD | Play-off for third place |
| 20 July | Tumbalong Park | 05:00 | TBD | Final |
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Minister for Planning and Public Spaces, Paul Scully said:
"NSW has a proud history of hosting world-class sporting events in our iconic public spaces, and we're thrilled to be bringing the energy and excitement of the FIFA World Cup directly to the people of Sydney.
"From Darling Harbour to Western Sydney, these live sites will bring communities together to support the Socceroos and experience the atmosphere of the world's biggest sporting event right here at home for free.
"This is exactly the kind of vibrant, world-class city the Minns Labor Government is building; one where people can come together and enjoy unforgettable experiences in our fantastic public spaces."
Minister for Sport, Steve Kamper said:
"There's nothing quite like the FIFA World Cup. It's the biggest sporting event on the planet, and when the Socceroos take the field, the entire country is going to be behind them.
"We want every football fan to have the chance to be part of that experience, whether you're in the city at Darling Harbour or cheering alongside thousands of fans in Western Sydney.
"Football in Australia has never been bigger, especially after the incredible success of the FIFA Women's World Cup, and this is another chance for Sydney to show why we're one of the great sporting cities of the world."
Member for Parramatta, Donna Davis said:
"Football fever is infectious when the Socceroos are on the pitch and thanks to the Minns Labor Government, fans will be able to cheer on the Aussies together at a free live site at Cathy Freeman Park.
"Sydney Olympic Park is the largest sporting precinct in Australia making it the perfect place for friends and families to pull on the green and gold as the Socceroos play their way through the Group Stage of the world's biggest sporting event, the FIFA World Cup."
