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Australia has grown in stature as a footballing nation over the years and has made its way to the 2022 FIFA World Cup after a gruelling qualification process. The Socceroos finished in third place in the third round of qualification and defeated the UAE to qualify for the showpiece event.
After a 32-year drought leading up to 2006, Australia have now managed to qualify for the last five editions of the FIFA World Cup and have become a bonafide footballing force. The likes of Mark Schwarzer and Tim Cahill have also managed to make their mark in Europe, with the latter's goal against the Netherlands in the 2014 World Cup going down as one of the greatest moments in the tournament's history.
How to watch the FIFA World cup in Australia?
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Sydney:
Given Australia's time zone with respect to Qatar, the 24/7 Sports Bar in Sydney is a cut above the rest and also has a casino to keep you entertained. The Coogee Bay Hotel, the Marlborough Hotel, and the Strawberry Hills Hotel also have massive projector screens that will stream World Cup matches this year.
Melbourne:
Melbourne is known for its British sports pubs and places like the Crafty Squire and the Elephant and Wheelbarrow will inevitably become hotspots during the FIFA World Cup. Fans can also catch live screenings at the Imperial Hotel, the Great Northern Hotel, and Turf Bar.
Perth:
Fans in Western Australia's illustrious capital can head over to the Crown Sports Bar and the beer garden at the Stables Beer to enjoy a combination of food, beverage and a screening experience for the ages.
Brisbane:
Brisbane has several sports bars that will likely stream FIFA World Cup 2022 matches, with places like the Plough Inn and the South Bank Surf Club being at the top of the list. Fans in the Central Business District can drop into the Treasury Casino, Gilhooley's, and Buffalo Bar to enjoy an inimitable World Cup experience.
What are the FIFA World Cup 2022 Live Streaming Channels?
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SBS currently holds the broadcasting rights for the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Australia. While Optus Sport did telecast the tournament in 2018, the service faced several streaming issues and allowed SBS to share some of the streaming load. For the 2022 Qatar World Cup, SBS holds exclusive rights for the tournament, with matches being telecast on SBS and SBS VICELAND.
SBS have historically covered football in Australia and have signed commentator and sports presenter David Basheer to cover all the matches in the FIFA World Cup 2022. The streaming service has also roped in seasoned Premier League commentator Martin Tyler for a few crucial matches, including the all-important World Cup final.
Australia find themselves in Group D in the 2022 FIFA World Cup and will need to contend with the likes of France and Denmark. The Socceroos have their work cut out for them and will need to pull off a few upsets to qualify for the knockouts.
World Cup TV Guide in Australia
With SBS holding the rights to the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Australia, most of the World Cup matches will be telecast on their primary channel. When scheduling conflicts with simultaneous matches arise, one of these games will be broadcasted on SBS Viceland. All of Australia's Group D matches will be available on SBS.
Schedule Table:
| Date | Fixture | Venue |
| 22nd November, 2022 | France vs Australia | Al Janoub Stadium, Al Wakrah |
| 26th November, 2022 | Tunisia vs Australia | Al Janoub Stadium, Al Wakrah |
| 30th November, 2022 | Australia vs Denmark | Al Janoub Stadium, Al Wakrah |
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I watch World Cup 2022 in Australia?
For viewers based in Australia, all the World Cup 2022 matches can be accessed on SBS, SBS Viceland, and SBS Demand.
Where will the FIFA World Cup be streamed in Australia?
SBS on Demand is a free-to-use streaming service and can be used to stream all the FIFA World Cup 2022 matches in Australia.
What channel is the World Cup on in Australia?
In Australia, the FIFA World Cup 2022 will be telecast on SBS and SBS Viceland.
Who has the rights to the World Cup in Australia?
SBS holds the rights to telecast and stream FIFA World Cup 2022 matches in Australia.
