Soccer games in Melbourne

We use 'soccer' on this page specifically, since 'football' in Australia can mean AFL, rugby or soccer depending on who you ask. This page covers soccer fixtures in Melbourne.

Where soccer is played

AAMI Park and beyond

AAMI Park is Melbourne's main rectangular stadium and the usual home for A-League and Socceroos fixtures in the city. Bigger international matches sometimes move to Marvel Stadium or the MCG depending on expected demand.

World Cup coverage

A dedicated hub

For World Cup-specific fixtures, watch parties and Melbourne kickoff times, see the dedicated World Cup hub rather than this general soccer page.

A growing fixture list

Soccer in Melbourne sits alongside AFL rather than competing directly with it for most fans - A-League fixtures, Socceroos matches and occasional international friendlies each draw their own distinct crowd to AAMI Park.

A-League vs international fixtures

Domestic A-League matches tend to have more available tickets and a more relaxed booking timeline than international fixtures involving the Socceroos or touring national teams, which can sell out considerably faster given the wider draw.

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Frequently asked questions

Why does this page say 'soccer' instead of 'football'?

In Australia, 'football' is ambiguous between AFL, rugby and soccer. We use 'soccer' here to be unambiguous.

Where do I find World Cup matches specifically?

See the dedicated World Cup hub and Where to Watch the World Cup page.

Is AAMI Park easy to get to?

It's well served by tram and a short walk from Richmond station, making public transport the easiest option on match day.

Do I need an account to browse this page?

No - browsing and the live feed are open to everyone. An account is only needed to save events, set alerts or appear as 'going'.

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