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Victoria extends trading hours for Socceroos’ World Cup clash with Egypt

Brisbane Times

July 2, 2026

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Victoria extends trading hours for Socceroos’ World Cup clash with Egypt

Pubs and licenced venues around Victoria will be allowed to stay open all night on Friday into Saturday so Socceroos fans can watch the do-or-die World Cup clash with Egypt.

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