FIFA World Cup: When do the Socceroos play and how to watch Australia vs Türkiye
The Australian national football team, the Socceroos, are set to play their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup against Türkiye in Vancouver. The match is a critical first step for Australia as they aim to reach the knockout stages.
Why it matters
The FIFA World Cup is a major global sporting event, and this coverage provides essential information for fans following the Australian team's progress.
Australian player Tete Yengi. The Socceroos are set to face Türkiye in their first group game at the World Cup. ( Getty Images: FIFA/Joosep Martinson )
The article is a straightforward sports preview with no political or social bias.
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