Football fever is set to take over Parramatta Square, with the local hub transforming into a live site for Socceroos matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Australia’s three group stage matches will be televised on a big screen at the square’s amphitheatre with extra entertainment provided during the daytime matches.
City of Parramatta Council Lord Mayor Martin Zaiter said the live site will bring football lovers from across the region to celebrate the prestigious tournament.
“Western Sydney lives and breathes football and there is no better place to come together and support the Socceroos than Parramatta Square,” Zaiter said.
“We all know Parramatta is fast becoming the home of festivals, sports and entertainment and this is about our community gathering to celebrate our national team on the world stage.
“This is your chance to come down to the square and mingle with fellow football supporters amongst a sea of green and gold.”
A-League football club the Western Sydney Wanderers will be onsite for games on Sunday, June 14 and Friday, June 26 with an inflatable goal shooting target game, while panna cages will be set up for those wanting to challenge their friends in a head-to-head battle.
“As an emerging global City, it’s important we provide residents and visitors with the opportunity to watch the world’s biggest sporting event right here in Parramatta,” Zaiter said.
“Our City will be alive with World Cup fever, so make the most of game day and bring your family and friends to dine out across our great eateries and shop in our vibrant retail precincts.”
2026 WORLD CUP MATCHES AND LIVE SITE TIMES AT PARRAMATTA SQUARE
• GAME 1: Socceroos vs Türkiye – 2pm kick-off June 14, 2026
• GAME 2: USA vs Socceroos – 5am kick-off June 20, 2026
• GAME 3: Paraguay vs Socceroos – 12pm kick-off June 26, 2026
The live site will be open an hour prior on June 14 and 26.
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