The World Cup is almost here, which means early mornings, edge-of-your-seat moments and plenty of chances to cheer on the Socceroos. Whether you're looking for a buzzing crowd, giant screens or a venue where the food and drinks are just as important as the football, South Bank has plenty of spots to catch a match. Round up your fellow football fanatics, don your green and gold and get ready to back the Socceroos all tournament long.

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World Cup Live Site In South Bank
‍Football fever is set to take over South Bank this June, with the World Cup Live Site bringing every Socceroos match to the big screen in the Cultural Forecourt beside the Brisbane Sign. Fans can gather to watch Australia's campaign unfold in a lively, licensed precinct complete with food trucks, coffee vendors and a bar. Entry is free, and while registrations are encouraged, the site operates on a first come, first served basis. Supporters are encouraged to arrive early to secure their spot. The World Cup Live Site will operate on Socceroos game days, including 14 June from 7am, 20 June from 4am and 26 June from 5am. Find out more and register your interest here.

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Tippler’s Tap
With plenty of screens showing all the action live, this is the spot for fans wanting classic game day energy paired with seriously good comfort food. Expect burgers, loaded hot dogs, wings and more, plus their self-serve beer taps make skipping the bar queue very easy. Screenings available during venue opening hours only.

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‍The Charming Squire
The Charming Squire is the place to be for an epic game day experience with all the action on the big screen. Plus, you’ll find plentiful brews and tasty pub-style eats to enjoy while watching the game live on the big screen. In our humble opinion, you can’t go past the double cheeseburger and the 300g rump steak for an epic game day feed. Find out more and view match screening schedule here.

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South Bank Beer Garden
You won’t miss a moment of the action with multiple screens available and epic eats on the spacious deck at Southbank Beer Garden. The game day eats are on point with juicy burgers, delicious schnitzels, and mouth-watering steaks. Plus, they’ve got your accompanying beverage covered with some of the most delicious cocktails and on-tap brews in town. Screenings available during venue opening hours only.

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The Plough Inn
From 12 June to 20 July, The Plough Inn will be screening every Australian match live, plus replays throughout the tournament. Settle in with a classic pub feed, ice-cold drinks and some of the best river views in South Bank while you cheer on the green and gold. Round up your mates, grab a pint and back the Socceroos at The Plough Inn. Screenings available during venue opening hours only.

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