A comprehensive guide of the Fifa World Cup. COntains flow diagram of which team plays who in knockouts.
The guide also appeared in yesterdayâs Herald Sun. The guide did not mention anything about Optus Sportâs covering the World Cup, seems to me News Corp is still bitter at its arch rival broadcasting English Premier League. This will mislead readers who reckon the whole tournament will not be on TV.
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I hope SBS beat Seven next Saturday in the ratings! The game will be massive 
And up against Rugby on Ten! They canât take a trick!
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Rugby did well for them last night
It did, bits I saw were entertaining compared to the AFL match. Canât see it doing too well against the Socceroos for casual viewers.
Itâll smash Seven, it should get 2mil+ judging by ratings in previous years and timeslot.
The article clearly states that Optus Sport will broadcast every game live and on demand
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They will even smash Channel Nine and ABC in primetime ratings during that night.
Getting pumped! 
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SBS AND OPTUS LAUNCH OFFICIAL 2018 FIFA WORLD CUP APP AND FIRST EVER WORLD CUP VIRTUAL REALITY APP
SBS and Optus, the exclusive Australian broadcasters of the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russiaâ˘, have launched the 2018 FIFA World Cup⢠app, alongside the first ever FIFA World Cup⢠Virtual Reality (VR) app for the worldâs most watched sports tournament.
Both of the FIFA World Cup Russia 2018⢠apps have been developed jointly by Optus Sport and SBS, working closely with FIFA, and are now available to download in preparation for tournament kick off on 14 June.
The apps give Australians free access to 25 matches live and on demand in HD with multi-lingual commentary to both SBS and Optus Sport users, with the remaining 39 games available exclusively to Optus Sport Premium subscribers for $15 per month or at no extra cost on eligible Optus plans.
2018 FIFA World Cup⢠App
The 2018 FIFA World Cup⢠app will be a one-stop shop offering matches live and on-demand* as well as breaking news alerts, expert analysis and opinion, video highlights, live scores, statistics, fixtures, group standings, and team information.Users can access an exclusive Full HD MatchCast experience which provides five different pitch angles, including a Cable Cam and new mosaic stream and allows users to follow teams and players for an even closer look.
Users can also access multi-angle content from over 35 cameras surrounding the pitch to watch replays and highlights from every angle including super slow motion options. Users can personalise their experience by choosing their favourite team and also watch short-form videos produced by Optus Sport, SBS and FIFA. Note, Optus Sport Premium subscription required to access Optus Sportâs short-form videos.
FIFA World Cup⢠VR App
The virtual reality (VR) app will offer Australians a FIFA World Cup⢠first, enabling fans to enter their own VIP stadium suite and watch live matches** in immersive virtual reality.The app incorporates dedicated VR match content created at the venues, inviting viewers to experience the action from various positions inside the stadium, change between camera angles during live matches, re-watch games and interact with data and statistics.
For the first time, users can watch matches with 180 degree and 210 degree super wide angle views. A 360 degree video will be available on-demand once matches conclude.
SBS Director of Sport Ken Shipp said: âFIFA World Cup Russia 2018⢠is set to be the most connected World Cup ever and with the addition of these two custom-built apps, developed with our partners at Optus Sport and FIFA, football fans will be able to immerse themselves in the world game like never before.
âWith over 30 years in the business of football, SBS is proud to continue embracing new technologies to give Australiaâs diverse communities more ways to come together and experience the passion and emotion of the biggest sporting event on Earth.â
Optus Head of TV and Content, Corin Dimopoulos said, âWe are pleased to add a significantly new dimension to our broadcast of all 64 matches of the 2018 FIFA World Cup⢠and provide a greater user experience.
âFans will be able to choose a wide range of views, from being in the stands, walking out onto the field with the players, standing in the tunnel or being in a position behind the goals.â
âThe virtual reality app adds more detail and interaction for viewers and typifies the way Optus uses technology to enhance and expand the way we broadcast live sport.â
Both apps are available to download on iOS and Android for mobile and tablets through the Apple Store and Google Play. Additionally, the Russia 2018⢠VR app is supported by Samsung GearVR and will be available through the Oculus Store.
*Accessibility for matches depends on subscription. SBSâs 25 matches (live and on demand) as well as highlights from all games, SBS news and match centre will be available free for Australians. Users will require an Optus Sport Premium subscription to access the remaining 39 matches in full (live and on demand), Optus Sport news and extended highlights at $15 per month or at no extra cost on eligible Optus plans.
**Accessibility within the VR app will depend on subscription options. VR for SBSâs 25 matches will be accessible free for all Australians. Users will require an Optus Sport Premium subscription to access VR for the remaining 39 matches.
I just wish SBS had a equivalent to the âFIFA World Cup Morning Newsâ that they had in 2014
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Iâm really amazed that SBS sold off so much exclusivity to Optus. Itâs the first time in a long time not see all games live on free to air.
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Not in Australia. I know pay TV network Now (the tournamentâs official broadcaster in Hong Kong) is offering 4K broadcast to its subscribers with extra cost.
The United bid of Canada, Mexico and the United States has won the right to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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This will be the first time in history that the World Cup will be held in three countries. Last time, they had a multi-country host was back in 2002 FIFA World Cup (Japan and South Korea). It is believed that the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be expanded to 48 teams. Canada and Mexico will host 10 games each with USA hosting the remaining 60 games.
Last time Canada was in the FIFA World Cup was back in 1986.
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