Thursday 23 February 2017 07:14, UK
Australia have lined up a high-profile friendly against five-time World Cup winners Brazil at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on June 13.
The match will form part of the Socceroos' preparations for the Confederations Cup later that month.
Australia face Saudi Arabia in a World Cup qualifier in Adelaide on June 8 and coach Ange Postecoglou was keen to secure an additional match before they compete in the Confederations Cup in Russia.
Victorian Minister for Tourism and Major Events John Eren said Australian football fans would be delighted to see their team line up against Brazil, in a game which comes just four days after Brazil face Argentina in a friendly at the same venue.
"It's the clash every Australian football fan wanted, and we've got it," said Eren.
"This game will pit our boys against the world's best and give our fans the chance to cheer on their beloved Socceroos as they prepare for their quest for Confederation Cup glory."
Asian champions Australia have been drawn in Group B at the eight-team Confederations Cup where they will play world champions Germany in their first match on June 19 in Sochi.
South American winners Chile and African champions Cameroon are also in the group for the tournament, which will serve as a test event for next year's World Cup in Russia.
Brazil currently sit second in the FIFA world rankings, 52 places above Australia.
