Sickies, long lunches, green-and-gold fever: Australia set for a midday Socceroos party
Australia is gearing up for a midday celebration as the Socceroos face Paraguay in a crucial World Cup match on Friday at 12pm AEST. Many workers are expected to take sick days or watch parties, as nearly five million tuned in for the team's last game. Employers are encouraged to embrace this football fever to boost team morale.
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Published 25 Jun 2026, 19:47 UTC · Updated 25 Jun 2026, 19:50 UTC
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