The City of Greater Geelong will stage a free live site at Rippleside Park for the Socceroos’ Round of 16 World Cup clash with Argentina on Sunday morning.
With excitement at fever pitch following Australia’s progression to the knockout stage of the showpiece tournament, the City has worked quickly to provide a family friendly venue for the community to gather and enjoy the game.
The site will open at 5.30am and feature a big screen showing SBS’ live broadcast of the match from Qatar, which is scheduled to begin at 6am.
All members of the community are welcome to attend and encouraged to bring their own food and non-alcoholic drinks, as well as folding chairs or picnic blankets.
Mayor Trent Sullivan said it was a great chance for the local community to support the Socceroos together.
“The Australian team has done our country proud with a pair of brilliant wins to reach the last 16 of the tournament,” Mayor Sullivan said.
“The Geelong community has been swept up in the excitement and is looking forward to Sunday morning.
“We’d love to see large groups of families and friends decked out in green and gold at Rippleside, cheering the Socceroos to an upset victory over Argentina.”
For further event details, please visit www.eventsgeelong.com.au.
The City encourages all members of the community to celebrate safely so that everyone can enjoy the match.
In support of the Socceroos, the City will also light the catenary lights at the intersection of Moorabool and Malop Streets in green and gold on Saturday night.
Live site event details
Date
Sunday 4 December 2022
Time
Live site opens at 5.30am and finishes at the conclusion of the match.
Cost
Free
Location
Rippleside Park
Bell Parade, Rippleside
Parking
Available
Food and drink
The live site is an all ages, alcohol free event.
There will be limited food and drink on sale at the site.
The community is encouraged to bring its own food and non-alcoholic drinks.
