Australia 2026 World Cup schedule: dates and kickoff times
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Australia will play three Group D fixtures at the 2026 World Cup: Turkey on June 14 in Vancouver (04:00 UTC), the United States on June 19 in Seattle (19:00 UTC), and Paraguay on June 26 in San Francisco (02:00 UTC). The Socceroos face a challenging group that includes the host nation and two strong South American and European opponents.
All kickoff times are listed in UTC, so fans will need to convert these to their local timezone to avoid missing any matches.
Australia's Group D Schedule Breakdown
The Socceroos open their 2026 World Cup campaign with an early morning UTC kickoff against Turkey at BC Place in Vancouver. Five days later, they face the host United States in what promises to be a hostile environment at Lumen Field in Seattle during prime time. Australia closes group play against Paraguay in the early hours UTC at Levi's Stadium in San Francisco.
This schedule presents unique challenges for Australian supporters, with kickoff times ranging from very early morning to late evening UTC. Fans can track live scores and build their tournament bracket on Bola 2026 as the Socceroos attempt to advance from what appears to be a highly competitive group.
Frequently asked questions
When does Australia play their first 2026 World Cup match?
Australia's opening match is against Turkey on Sunday, June 14, 2026 at 04:00 UTC in Vancouver.
What time zone are Australia's World Cup kickoff times listed in?
All kickoff times are listed in UTC (Coordinated Universal Time). Fans must convert these to their local time zone.
Where does Australia play the United States in the 2026 World Cup?
Australia faces the United States at Lumen Field in Seattle on Friday, June 19, 2026 at 19:00 UTC.