The road to the first-ever Australian Championship title is now even clearer, with the Semi Final match schedule confirmed following a gripping weekend of elimination football action.
Four clubs remain in contention to be crowned the inaugural Australian Championship Winners, with the Semi Finals to be played as a blockbuster double-header on Saturday, 29 November, broadcasted live and free across the country on SBS and SBS On Demand.
The final four features Marconi Stallions who will take on Moreton City Excelsior FC at Marconi Stadium and South Melbourne FC and Heidelberg United FC who will meet in Victoria at Lakeside Stadium.
Marconi dramatically claimed their Semi Final berth by beating Wests APIA FC in a thrilling penalty shootout, which ended 8-7, to set up their clash with Moreton City Excelsior FC, who beat Avondale FC 3-1.
The second Semi Final sees two old rivals lock horns again, after Heidelberg's 6-1 thumping of MetroStars saw them go on to face South Melbourne FC for a spot in the inaugural Australian Championship Grand Final.
The Semi Finals have been scheduled to maximise national reach and deliver the best possible experience for players, fans and broadcast audiences. They will be staged in two different cities reflecting the national competition.
Following the conclusion of this Saturday’s matches, the final two teams will be confirmed and the countdown to the inaugural Australian Championship Final will officially begin. Scheduled to take place on Saturday, 6 December 2025, the timing and venue details will be made available as soon as possible following the completion of the Semi Finals.
Australian Championship 2025 - Semi Final Fixtures
| Saturday, 29 November 2025 | ||||
| Home Team | v | Away Team | Venue | Kick-off |
| Marconi Stallions | v | Moreton City Excelsior FC | Marconi Stadium | 12.35pm AEDT |
| South Melbourne FC | v | Heidelberg United FC | Lakeside Stadium | 3.35pm AEDT |
Ticketing
Tickets for the Semi Final matches can be found HERE. Presale will begin with FA+ members who have first access from 12.00pm AEDT on Monday, 24 November, before the Football Family and fans/members of competing clubs gain access from 2.00pm AEDT the same day. General Public tickets will then go on sale from 2.00pm AEDT on Tuesday, 25 November. With strong local interest expected across both venues, fans are encouraged to secure their seats early.
Where to Watch
Both Semi Final matches will be available to watch live and free via SBS and SBS On Demand. Matchday highlights, interviews and extended coverage will be accessible across the Australian Championship’s website and social channels.
Movember
The Australian Championship and Movember have launched a new fundraising campaign for the competition’s inaugural season, aiming to drive awareness and raise $500,000 for men’s health across Football Australia and all participating clubs. Join the movement and help change the face of men’s health. Sign up now at Movember.com.