It’s time for the new A-League 2025/26 season, as Brisbane Roar and Macarthur FC begin their campaigns in the second fixture of the opening round on Friday evening at Suncorp Stadium.
After finishing 12th last season and narrowly avoiding back-to-back wooden spoons, Brisbane have enjoyed a strong pre-season with dominant wins. As they kick off their campaign at home in Queensland, they'll be eager to overturn last year's dismal home form, where they picked up just 8 points and 9 losses from 13 games.
Meanwhile, Macarthur finished eighth on the ladder last year and they have assembled a new-look attack this season, with forwards Ji Dong-Win and Rafael Duran. They have arguably the league's best midfield duo and Socceroos stars Anthony Caceres and Luke Brattan.
In head-to-head meetings between the sides, Macarthur are unbeaten in the last eight encounters, which includes five wins and three draws for them. oth sides will be hope to start the new season on a winning note, but Brisbane must not only improve their home form but also their poor record against the Bulls.
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times and the weekly schedule.
Brisbane Roar vs. Macarthur live stream, TV channel
Here's how to watch this A-League match in Australia:
TV channel: ---
Live stream: Paramount+, 10 Network
This match is not available for live TV broadcast in Australia. Streaming options are available on Paramount+ and 10 Network.
Fans can tune into this match both live and on demand with a subscription to Paramount+, who are offering a free trial for new customers on their streaming service.
What time does Brisbane Roar vs. Macarthur kick off?
This A-League clash takes place at the Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane, Australia and kicks off on Friday, October 17 at 9:05 p.m. local time (AEDT).
Here's how that time translates across Australia.:
| Date | Kickoff time | |
| Australian Eastern Daylight Time | Fri, Oct. 17 | 9:05 p.m. |
| Australian Central Daylight Time | Fri, Oct. 17 | 8:35 p.m. |
| Australian Western Standard Time | Fri, Oct. 17 | 6:05 p.m. |
A-League fixture schedule this week
(All times in AEDT)
Friday, October 17
- Adelaide United FC vs. Sydney FC (6 p.m.)
- Brisbane Roar vs. Macarthur (8:05 p.m.)
Saturday, October 18
- Western Sydney vs. Melbourne City FC (4 p.m.)
- Melbourne Victory vs. Auckland FC (6:35 p.m.)
- Perth Glory vs. Wellington Phoenix (8:45 p.m.)
Sunday, October 19
- Central Coast Mariners vs. Newcastle Jets (2 p.m.)