June 30, 2026 — 11:43amQueenslanders will be able to watch the Socceroos’ weekend knockout World Cup clash against Egypt at pubs and community clubs under a trial of temporary licence changes by the state government.Licensed pubs and clubs across the state will be allowed to trade between 3am and 7am on Saturday for the match – only the third time the men’s national team have made the do-or-die stages.Socceroos fans will be able to watch the side take on Egypt at the World Cup from a licensed hotel. Audrey Richardson“There’s nothing like coming together with a crowd to cheer on the Socceroos, and we want Queenslanders to be part of that atmosphere,” Attorney-General Deb Frecklington said in a statement.More to comeStart the day with a summary of the day’s most important and interesting stories, analysis and insights. Sign up for our Morning Edition newsletter.From our partners