Adelaide will soon officially be in World Cup mode, with pubs, bars and venues across the city rolling out giant screens, ice-cold beers and electric atmospheres for soccer fans from every corner of the globe.
Australia’s campaign kicks off on Sunday, June 14th, when the Socceroos take on Türkiye in Vancouver, before an early morning clash against the USA in Seattle on Saturday, June 20th. The green and gold will then face Paraguay in San Francisco on Friday, June 26th, as they fight to make it through the group stage.
So whether you’re backing the Socceroos, cheering on your family’s home nation, or simply looking for a packed-out venue when the final whistle blows, here’s a handful of places turning every match into a full-blown event. From CBD sports bars to local pubs pouring pints through extra time, here’s your guide to where to watch the FIFA World Cup in Adelaide.
Arkaba
The FIFA World Cup is almost here, and if you’re keen to catch the action, Sportys is the place to be. Every match will be streamed live across the big screens with cold beers flowing, proper football atmosphere, and fans from every corner of the world coming together. Whether you’re backing your nation or just there for the drama, Sportys is turning into Adelaide’s ultimate World Cup HQ this season.
Where: 150 Glen Osmond Rd, Fullarton SA 5063
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Centre Court at The Drive
While the tournament itself will be played across North America, local fans will still get the chance to feel part of the action, with Australia’s three group-stage matches to be broadcast live, undercover, at one of Adelaide’s premier sporting venues.
The Live Site will give fans a central place to come together for every Socceroos group match, with DJs, MCs, food and drinks helping create a match-day atmosphere no matter the kick-off time.
Where: War Memorial Drive, North Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia, 5006
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The District
Head to The District and catch the Soccer World Cup live, where every match brings big-screen action, cold beers and crowd atmosphere. Settle in with big feeds, round up your mates and watch the world game unfold in the best seats in the house. Matches shown during trading hours with special late openings for Aussie games.
Where: North Terrace, Adelaide SA 5001
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The Joiners Arms Hotel
The World Cup atmosphere is heading to Hindmarsh as The Joiners Arms Hotel throws open the doors for a huge afternoon of football, beers and live music. Catch Australia take on Türkiye on June 14th, on the big screen with cold drinks flowing and proper pub vibes all afternoon long. Expect $7.50 pints of Mary St Lager, plenty of great food and drinks, free entry, and live Latin music from Red Tide after the final whistle.
Where: 9 Manton Street, Hindmarsh, South Australia, Australia 5007
For more information, click here.
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Keen to catch more of the action? Every one of the tournament’s 104 matches will be broadcast live and free across Australia on SBS, SBS VICELAND and SBS On Demand!
