World Soccer 2026 Tournament Schedule
World Soccer 2026 Tournament Schedule
In 2026, Seattle and Vancouver will host 13 World Cup matches across 25 days, bringing global teams and fans to the Pacific Northwest. With group stage and knockout rounds on the schedule, the region becomes a major stage. It’s a rare chance to experience world-class soccer close to home.
West Coast Regional Matches
By Nick Shekeryk for Discover Snohomish County
In preparation for the world’s biggest sporting event coming to our region, we are pleased to share the West Coast leg of the match schedule, which includes locations in Seattle, Vancouver, San Francisco, and Los Angeles. Whether you plan to reach the games by car, plane, train, or sea vessel, all of these great locations are just a short trip from Snohomish County.
Seattle
The Emerald City is hosting six matches at Seattle Stadium (also known as Lumen Field), including four group stage matches, one round of 32 match, and one round of 16 match.
The group stage matches feature powerhouse teams from groups B, D, and G, with the USA-Australia billed as the top match.
You can reach the matches at Seattle Stadium by light rail, train, bus, or bike.
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World Soccer 2026 Tournament Matches in Seattle
Group Stage
Belgium v Egypt
Monday, June 15 – 12 PM PT
Group G
USA v Australia
Friday, June 19 – 12 PM PT
Group D
TBD* v Qatar
Wednesday, June 24 – 12 PM PT
Group B
*Winner of playoff between Northern Ireland, Wales, Italy & Bosnia and Herzegovina
Egypt v Iran
Friday, June 26 -8 PM PT
Group G
Round of 32
Group G Winner v 3rd place team from group A,E,H,I, or J
Wednesday, July 1 – 1 PM PT
Round of 16
Winner of Match 81 v Winner of Match 82
Monday, July 6 – 5 PM PT
Vancouver, BC
Less than 95 miles (roughly 153 km) north of the border from Snohomish County, Vancouver is hosting seven matches at BC Place, including five group stage matches, one round of 32 match, and one round of 16 match. Vancouver is one of only two locations where you can watch Canada compete in the group stage, and the home team is giving fans two matches at BC Place — one against Qatar and the other against Switzerland.
World Soccer 2026 Tournament Matches in Vancouver, BC
Group Stage
Australia v TBD*
Saturday, June 13 – 9 PM PT
Group D
*Winner of playoff between Turkey, Romania, Slovakia & Kosovo
Canada v Qatar
Thursday, June 18 – 3 PM PT
Group B
New Zealand v Egypt
Sunday, June 21 – 6 PM PT
Group G
Switzerland v Canada
Wednesday, June 24 – 12 PM PT
Group B
New Zealand v Belgium
Friday, June 26 – 8 PM PT
Group G
Round of 32
Group B Winner v 3rd place team from group E,F,G,I, or J
Thursday, July 2 – 8 PM PT
Round of 16
Winner of Match 85 v Winner of Match 87
Tuesday, July 7 – 1 PM PT
San Francisco Bay Area
Take a two-hour-and-fifteen-minute flight directly from Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE) in Snohomish County to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to explore the magic of the City by the Bay. From the Golden Gate Bridge to the famed Alcatraz Island and the historic cable cars climbing its steep hills, San Francisco is a proud West Coast city. The San Francisco Bay Area Stadium (also known as Levi’s Stadium) is hosting six matches, including five group stage matches and one round of 32 match. Fans visiting the Bay Area will be treated to touted group stage clashes such as Qatar versus Switzerland and Jordan versus Algeria.
World Soccer 2026 Tournament Matches in San Francisco Bay Area
Group Stage
Qatar v Switzerland
Saturday, June 13 – 12 PM PT
Group B
Austria v Jordan
Tuesday, June 16 – 9 PM PT
Group J
TBD* v Paraguay
Friday, June 19 – 9 PM PT
Group D
*Winner of playoff between Turkey, Romania, Slovakia & Kosovo
Jordan v Algeria
Monday, June 22 – 8 PM PT
Group J
Paraguay v Australia
Thursday, June 25 – 7 PM PT
Group D
Round of 32
Group D winner v 3rd place team from group B,E,F,I, or J
Wednesday, July 1 – 5 PM PT
Los Angeles
From PAE, you can reach Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) directly in less than three hours. LA is known for its sunny southern California weather, its many beaches, and being the epicenter of the entertainment world. Los Angeles Stadium (also known as SoFi Stadium) will host eight matches, including five group stage matches, two round of 32 matches, and a quarter final match. LA is hosting the tournament’s first match in the United States with a matchup between USA and Paraguay. USA will also face the winner of a playoff match that will be decided by March.
World Soccer 2026 Tournament Matches in Los Angeles
Group Stage
USA v Paraguay
Friday, June 12 – 6 PM PT
Group D
TBD v New Zealand
Monday, June 15 – 6 PM PT
Group G
Switzerland v TBD*
Thursday, June 18 – 12 PM PT
Group G
*Winner of playoff between Northern Ireland, Wales, Italy & Bosnia and Herzegovina
Belgium v TBD
Sunday, June 21 – 12 PM PT
Group G
TBD* v USA
Thursday, June 25 – 7 PM PT
Group D
*Winner of playoff between Turkey, Romania, Slovakia & Kosovo
Round of 32
Group A 2nd place team v Group B 2nd place team
Sunday, June 28 – 12 PM PT
Group H winner v Group J 2nd place team
Thursday, July 2 – 12 PM PT
Quarterfinal
Winner of Match 93 v Winner of Match 94
Friday, July 10 – 12 PM PT
The West Coast is in for some exciting match ups this summer. While you’re preparing for your trip out west for the beautiful game, be sure to visit our beautiful cities in Snohomish County. To learn even more about our beautiful cities, watch parties and more visit discoversnoco.com or follow @discoversnoco on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.
