Get ready for an epic showdown as England takes on Australia in a thrilling international match at Wembley Stadium on Friday 13 October 2023. The game kicks off at 7.45pm BST and will be broadcast live on Channel 4. It’s going to be a match you won’t want to miss!
Australia, also known as the Socceroos, will be led by their coach Graham Arnold and captain Matthew Ryan. The last time these two teams met was on 27 May 2016, with England emerging victorious with a 1-0 win.
In total, England and Australia have faced each other seven times, with the Three Lions winning four matches and drawing twice. However, only two of those matches have been played on home soil, one in 2016 at Sunderland and another in 2003 at West Ham’s Upton Park.
England manager Gareth Southgate is looking forward to the challenge, stating, ‘This will be a good test for us as Australia performed well at the World Cup despite facing tough opponents. I’m expecting a strong Aussie presence in London for both games. The sporting rivalry between our two countries will add an extra edge to the match.’
Let’s take a trip down memory lane and revisit the last encounter between England and Australia. It was a thrilling match during the build-up to the UEFA EURO 2016 competition, with England securing a 2-1 victory.
If you’re eager to catch the action live, tickets for the game are already on sale. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity!
For those unable to attend the match in person, you can watch it live on Channel 4 in the UK. So grab your snacks, settle in, and get ready to cheer on your favorite team in what promises to be an unforgettable clash of titans at Wembley Stadium!