Socceroos to play Brazil at Lang Park after World Cup

Queensland is set to host the Socceroos' homecoming series, featuring two friendly matches against Brazil in September, marking the team's first home games following the World Cup. This significant sporting event will see the Australian men's national soccer team play at Brisbane's Lang Park on September 25 and then at Townsville on September 29.

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Traditionally these games after a World Cup happen in Sydney or Melbourne, and we're making a push to be the events capital of the country and things like this make a really big difference.

Premier David Crisafulli highlighted the importance of securing these matches for Queensland, noting that such post-World Cup games traditionally take place in Sydney or Melbourne. "We're making a push to be the events capital of the country, and things like this make a really big difference," he stated, emphasizing the state's ambition to attract major sporting and cultural events.

This event is a notable coup for Lang Park, which will also host a Bledisloe Cup Test between the Wallabies and All Blacks on Anzac Day next year. The Premier believes that hosting such high-profile fixtures helps build Queensland's reputation on a national and international scale. "I do feel we're getting momentum," Crisafulli said, suggesting a positive trend in the state's ability to attract significant events.

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I do feel we're getting momentum.

"I think people are looking what they used to call north of the border and saying, 'things are happening,'" he added, referencing the state's growing appeal. While acknowledging challenges, Crisafulli sees events as a crucial part of Queensland's future opportunities. The upcoming matches against Brazil are expected to generate considerable excitement and economic benefit for the state, further solidifying its position as a key destination for major sporting events.

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I think people are looking what they used to call north of the border and saying, 'things are happening.'