June 20, 2026 — 5:00amSocceroos fans stormed the barriers at Federation Square after the square reached capacity five minutes after opening for the massive clash with the USA on Saturday morning.Fans breached one barrier bursting past security guards who could only look on helplessly. They were met by police and guard dogs.Fans at Federation Square before the Socceroos-USA clash.Cara WatersThe gates opened at 4am, and it reached capacity at 4.05am. Fans are being redirected to AAMI park.Flares were smuggled inside and were set off during the national anthem, and the crowd booed every time an image of a US supporter appeared on the screen.Fan at Federation square to watch Australia take on the United States at Lumen Field in Seattle.Joe ArmaoMore to comeFrom our partners