The Subway Socceroos host Japan at Perth Stadium on Thursday, 5 June in a massive FIFA World Cup 2026™ Third Round Asian Qualifier.
A win over the Samurai Blue will go a long way to Australia securing automatic qualification to next year's showpiece event in the United States, Cananda and Mexico.
Australia currently lies in second spot in Group C with 13 points, three points clear of Saudi Arabia, and four clear of Indonesia, and will be determined to collect the victory and be on the brink of realising their FIFA World Cup 2026™ qualification objective.
Tickets for the huge FIFA World Cup 2026 AFC Asian Round Three Qualifier are still available via Ticketmaster HERE. Hurry so you don't miss out!
Read on to find out how to watch Australia vs Japan.
How To Watch
The match against Japan will be broadcast live and free on Australia's 'Home of Football,' Network 10 with coverage beginning on Channel 10 from 8:30pm AEST.
The qualifier will also be streamed live via both 10 Play and Paramount+.
Furthermore, SportsPick Live and Paramount Australia (Network 10 and Paramount+) recently announced an exclusive multi-year partnership that is focused on growing football viewership and reach in commercial venues across Australia.
For a list of all the venues showing the match: VIEW HERE.
International fans will need to check their local guides to watch the match, or find out more about AFC's official broadcasters on this link.
How To Watch On Paramount+
Subscription required. Auto-renews at the then regular price of your chosen plan unless cancelled. Currently, plans start at $6.99/m. 18+. T&Cs apply.
Click here or visit www.paramountplus.com.au and hit ‘Sign up for Paramount+’ to get started.
How To Watch On 10 Play
You can access 10 Play on a variety of different platforms.
This list will continue to grow so watch this space! Check out our 10 Play Apps page for information on all the platforms we are on.
To watch 10 Play you need a fast internet connection.
Please note that you need to be signed into the Australian app stores in order to find the 10 play app.
How To Listen
The match against Japan will also be heard live across Australia on ABC Sport via the ABC listen app.
Match Details
Subway Socceroos v Japan
Thursday, 5 June 2025
Perth Stadium, Perth
Kick-off: 7.00pm local / 9:00pm AEST
Tickets: Available via Ticketmaster
Broadcast: 10, 10 Play and Paramount+