How to watch: Australia vs the Republic of Ireland

Australia kicks off their FIFA Women's World Cup 2023™ against debutants the Republic of Ireland on Thursday, 20 July (8:00 pm AEST), with over 80,000 fans set to pack into Stadium Australia for the match.

Tony Gustavsson's side will play their opening match against tournament debutants, with the Republic of Ireland playing in their first major tournament. 

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Watch live on TV - Streaming

The match against the Republic of Ireland will be broadcast live and free on Channel 7 and streamed live on 7 Plus in Australia.

Alternatively, all games will be available to watch via Optus Sport for the tournament, all 64 matches live with replays, mini-matches and extended highlights to be provided for each fixture on the platform.

FIFA Fan Festival™

Want to enjoy the game surrounded by fellow fans but you couldn't get your hands on tickets? Head down to your local FIFA Fan Festival™ site to watch the game on the big screen and enjoy the food, music, games and entertainment - find your closest one!

As always, be sure to check your local listings.

International fans can check their local guides.

FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™ - Group B Matchday 1

Australia v Republic of Ireland 
Date: 20 July 2023 
Venue:  Stadium Australia, Sydney/Wangal 
Kick-off Time: 8:00 pm (AEST) 
Broadcast: Optus Sport and Channel 7