Allianz Stadium Seating Map (Sydney Football Stadium) — Rugby World Cup 2027 Sydney
Allianz Stadium, Sydney Football Stadium and "the SFS" are the same 42,500-seat rectangular ground at Moore Park, rebuilt in 2022. Rugby World Cup 2027 lists it as Sydney Football Stadium. Compare Categories 1–6 below, then pick the best seats for three pool matches and two Round of 16 games.
Allianz Stadium = Sydney Football Stadium = the SFS. One 42,500-seat venue at 40–44 Driver Avenue, Moore Park, rebuilt and reopened on 28 August 2022. Rugby World Cup 2027 lists it under its clean name Sydney Football Stadium; Sydneysiders say Allianz or "the SFS". It is not Stadium Australia (Accor Stadium) at Sydney Olympic Park, which hosts the final — see the Stadium Australia seating plan for those matches.
Best seats for rugby at Allianz Stadium
Short answer: Allianz Stadium is a purpose-built rectangular ground with steep stands on all four sides, so there are no bad sightlines and every seat is close to the pitch. The best seats for rugby are the lower-tier sideline sections on the eastern and western grandstands between the two 22-metre lines, as close to halfway as you can get — Category 1. Category 2 sideline seats a few blocks further out or one level up are the best value, and Category 4 behind the posts is the cheapest way to see a Round of 16 match in Sydney.
| Category | Where it is | Why choose it |
|---|---|---|
| Category 1 | Lower tier, eastern and western grandstands, the central blocks either side of halfway | Widest view of the pitch, level with the halfway line, front rows only metres from the touchline. The seat to buy for France v Samoa and the Round of 16. |
| Category 2 | Lower-tier sideline blocks toward the 22s, plus the central rows of the middle (club) level | Same head-on angle a little further from halfway or one level up. Best price-to-view ratio at Sydney Football Stadium. |
| Category 3 | The four corners and the upper-tier sideline sections | Elevated, coach's-eye view of both backlines; corner seats sit right on one try line. |
| Category 4 | Behind the posts at the northern and southern ends, lower tier | Straight behind the goal kicks and close to tries at your end; in a compact ground the far end is still clearly visible. |
| Category 5–6 | Upper tier behind the posts and the outermost upper corners | The most affordable way into a Rugby World Cup match in Sydney, with a full view of the pitch under the roof. |
Sideline or behind the posts?
Sideline (Categories 1–2) if you want to read the game; behind the posts (Category 4) if you want atmosphere, close-up tries at one end and a lower price. Upper-tier sideline (Category 3) is the best compromise: high enough to see the whole shape of both teams, still directly over the touchline.
Sun, shade and rain
- Roof: the cantilevered roof covers almost every seat; only the front rows nearest the pitch are exposed to wind-blown rain.
- Daytime kick-offs: Ireland v Portugal (Mon 4 Oct, 17:15) and both Round of 16 games (Sat 23 and Sun 24 Oct, 14:15) start in daylight. The pitch runs north–south, so in the afternoon the eastern grandstand faces the sun and the western grandstand is shaded first — for a 14:15 start pick mid-to-upper rows under the roof or the western side.
- Evenings: Italy v Romania and France v Samoa are 19:45 kick-offs after sunset. Sydney in October is mild (around 14–22°C); take a light jacket for the upper tiers.
Rugby World Cup 2027 matches at Allianz Stadium
Sydney Football Stadium hosts five matches: three pool games and two Round of 16 games. Fixtures follow the official Rugby World Cup 2027 match schedule; kick-off times are Sydney local time (AEDT) and may change.
| Date | Kick-off (local) | Match | Stage | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 4 Oct 2027 | 17:15 | Ireland v Portugal | Pool D | Tickets |
| Mon 11 Oct 2027 | 19:45 | Italy v Romania | Pool B | Tickets |
| Sun 17 Oct 2027 | 19:45 | France v Samoa | Pool E | Tickets |
| Sat 23 Oct 2027 | 14:15 | Round of 16 – Match 1 (2nd Pool C v 2nd Pool F) | Round of 16 | Tickets |
| Sun 24 Oct 2027 | 14:15 | Round of 16 – Match 5 (1st Pool C v 3rd Pool A/E/F) | Round of 16 | Tickets |
See the full RWC 2027 fixtures, Rugby World Cup 2027 ticket prices by stage and our general sale guide.
Getting to Allianz Stadium: transport, gates and bag rules
- Address: 40–44 Driver Avenue, Moore Park NSW 2021 — next to the Sydney Cricket Ground, about 3 km south-east of the CBD.
- Light rail: the L2 Randwick and L3 Kingsford lines run from Circular Quay and Central to the Moore Park stop, a few minutes' walk from the stadium. Extra services run on event days.
- Train and walk: Central Station is about 25 minutes on foot along Devonshire Street / through Moore Park, or a short bus ride.
- Bus: regular Anzac Parade routes stop at Moore Park, and dedicated event buses usually run from Central (Eddy Avenue) on match days.
- Driving: parking at the Entertainment Quarter next door is limited and fills early; public transport is the sensible option for 40,000-plus crowds.
- Gates: enter through the gate printed on your ticket; the main public entries are on Driver Avenue and the Moore Park side. Arrive early — bags and belongings are searched at the gate.
- Bags: bring only a small bag that fits under your seat. Alcohol, glass, cans, flares and fireworks, drones and professional cameras are prohibited. Bag rules for RWC 2027 matches will be confirmed by the tournament closer to the date — check your ticket email.
- Tickets: GoalTickets delivers mobile tickets before match day; keep your phone charged for scanning at the gate.
Allianz Stadium ticket categories explained
Category 1
Lower-tier sideline blocks on the eastern and western grandstands either side of halfway — at a purpose-built rectangular ground the front rows are only metres from the touchline.
Category 2
Sideline sections toward the 22s and the central rows of the middle (club) level on both sides — the same head-on angle as Category 1 a little further from halfway.
Category 3
The four corners and the upper-tier sideline sections — elevated, full-pitch views, close to one try line.
Category 4–6
Behind the posts at the northern and southern ends, lower and upper tiers — the most affordable seats for the Round of 16 and France v Samoa.
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Is Allianz Stadium the same as Sydney Football Stadium?
Yes. The 42,500-seat stadium at 40–44 Driver Avenue, Moore Park, opened on 28 August 2022 on the site of the original 1988 Sydney Football Stadium and carries the Allianz Stadium naming-rights name. Rugby World Cup 2027 lists it under its clean name, Sydney Football Stadium. It is the same venue and the same seating map — and a different ground from Stadium Australia (Accor Stadium) at Sydney Olympic Park, which hosts the final.
Which Rugby World Cup 2027 matches are played at Allianz Stadium?
Five matches: Ireland v Portugal (Mon 4 Oct, 17:15), Italy v Romania (Mon 11 Oct, 19:45), France v Samoa (Sun 17 Oct, 19:45), Round of 16 Match 1 (Sat 23 Oct, 14:15) and Round of 16 Match 5 (Sun 24 Oct, 14:15). Sydney's other matches — New Zealand v Australia, England v Wales, two quarter-finals, both semi-finals, the bronze final and the final — are at Stadium Australia.
What are the best seats at Allianz Stadium for rugby?
Category 1 — the lower-tier sideline sections on the eastern and western grandstands closest to halfway. Allianz Stadium is a rectangular, rugby-specific ground with steep stands, so these seats sit only metres from the touchline. Category 2 sideline seats are the best value, and even Category 3 upper-tier and Category 4 end seats feel close to the action compared with an oval or an 80,000-seat bowl.
Are seats at Allianz Stadium under cover, and which side is in the sun?
The cantilevered roof covers almost every seat, with only the front rows nearest the pitch exposed to wind-blown rain. Three of the five Rugby World Cup 2027 matches here start in daylight: Ireland v Portugal (17:15) and both Round of 16 games (14:15). The pitch runs north–south, so in the afternoon the eastern grandstand faces the sun while the western grandstand is shaded first; for a 14:15 kick-off choose mid-to-upper rows under the roof or the western side.
How do I get to Allianz Stadium and what can I bring in?
Take the L2 Randwick or L3 Kingsford light rail from Central or Circular Quay to the Moore Park stop, a few minutes' walk from the gates, or walk about 25 minutes from Central Station. Event buses and regular Anzac Parade services also stop at Moore Park. Parking at the neighbouring Entertainment Quarter is limited and fills early. Use the gate printed on your ticket; all bags are searched, so bring only a small bag that fits under your seat. Alcohol, glass, cans, flares and drones are prohibited.
How do I buy Allianz Stadium Rugby World Cup 2027 tickets?
Choose your match from our Sydney collection, pick a category from the guide on this page, and check out. Tickets are delivered to your phone before the match, and the price you see is the final price with no hidden fees. Compare stages on our Rugby World Cup 2027 ticket prices page and check the general sale guide for face values and what is sold out.