Australia's Socceroos will look to strengthen their hopes for 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification when they take on group leaders Japan in yet another crucial qualifier match on Thursday, June 5.
The Socceroos have been in excellent form in their last few matches, with their 2-0 victory over China extending their unbeaten run to seven games, which also sees them in second place with 13 points in Group C of the AFC 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
On the other hand, Japan have been dominant once again in the World Cup qualifiers, with the Samurai Blue undefeated so far in the campaign, dropping points on only two occasions, which sees them lead Group C.
Here's everything you need to know about Socceroos vs. China, including TV channel and streaming options for the World Cup Qualifying match.
Where to watch Socceroos vs. Japan World Cup Qualifying match: Live stream, TV channel
- TV channel: 10
- Live stream: Paramount+, 10 play
This match is available for live TV broadcast on Channel 10. Streaming options are available on Paramount+, with coverage beginning from 9:10 p.m. AEST.
Socceroos vs. Japan World Cup Qualifying match start time
Socceroos and China clash will kick off at 7:10 p.m. local time on Thursday, June 5, from the Optus Stadium, Perth, Australia.
| Date | Start time | |
| Australian Eastern Daylight Time | Thu, Jun. 5 | 9:10 p.m. |
| Australian Central Daylight Time | Thu, Jun. 5 | 8:40 p.m. |
| Australian Western Standard Time | Thu, Jun. 5 | 7:10 p.m. |
AFC World Cup Qualifying fixture schedule this week
All times AEST
Thursday, June 5
- Australia vs. Japan (9:10 p.m.)
- Indonesia vs. China (11:45 p.m.)
Friday, June 6
- Oman vs. Jordan (2:00 a.m.)
- UAE vs. Uzbekistan (2:00 a.m.)
- Bahrain vs. Saudi Arabia (2:00 a.m.)
- Kuwait vs. Palestine (4:15 a.m.)
- Qatar vs. Iran (4:15 a.m.)
- North Korea vs. Kyrgyzstan (4:15 a.m.)
- Iraq vs. South Korea (4:15 a.m.)