Australian state overturns Melbourne ban on World Cup watch party

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In Melbourne, Australian authorities have overturned a ban on public viewing parties for the 2026 football World Cup, allowing fans to gather in Federation Square. This decision followed public outcry for a safe space to celebrate the event.

Australian authorities on Thursday reversed a ban on public watch parties in Melbourne's Federation Square for the 2026 football World Cup after the decision sparked an outcry.Melbourne Arts Precinct director Katrina Sedgwick said she "welcomed" the state's decision to help provide a safe site for watching the World Cup in Federation Square.