2026 World Cup Match Schedule by US Host City: Which Stadium Plays When

The United States hosts 78 of the 104 matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including every single knockout round game from the Round of 32 onward. With 11 US host cities involved, the schedule looks different at every stadium. Here is the breakdown of when each US venue plays and what to expect on the calendar.

Atlanta: Mercedes-Benz Stadium

8 matches. Atlanta is one of the two busiest US venues alongside Dallas. The schedule covers 5 group stage matches, 1 Round of 32 match, 1 Round of 16, and 1 Quarterfinal. The earliest game is on the second day of the tournament.

Boston: Gillette Stadium (Foxborough)

7 matches. Boston hosts a balanced mix: 5 group stage games, plus a Round of 32 and a Round of 16. The schedule runs from mid-June through early July.

Dallas: AT&T Stadium

9 matches. The most matches of any US venue, including 5 in the group stage and a full path through the knockouts (Round of 32, Round of 16, Quarterfinal, and one of the two semifinals). The climate-controlled stadium is a relief from summer Texas heat.

Houston: NRG Stadium

7 matches. Five group stage matches plus a Round of 32 and a Round of 16. The roofed stadium is one of the most fan-friendly venues for July afternoon kickoffs.

Kansas City: Arrowhead Stadium

6 matches. Four group stage matches plus a Round of 32 and a Round of 16. Arrowhead is famous as one of the loudest venues in American sports, and that energy will translate to soccer.

Los Angeles: SoFi Stadium

8 matches. Five group stage matches, plus Round of 32, Round of 16, and a Quarterfinal. LA hosts one of the deepest schedules outside the New York and Dallas legs.

Miami: Hard Rock Stadium

7 matches. Five group stage games plus a Round of 32 and a Quarterfinal. Miami is also expecting roughly 815,000 fan zone visitors across the tournament.

New York and New Jersey: MetLife Stadium

8 matches. Five group stage games plus a Round of 32 on July 1, a Round of 16 on July 6, and most importantly, the World Cup Final on July 19, 2026 at 3 pm ET. MetLife is the centerpiece of the entire schedule.

Philadelphia: Lincoln Financial Field

6 matches. Four group stage matches, a Round of 32, and a Round of 16. The Linc has a deep tailgating tradition that will turn every match day into a Philly sports event.

San Francisco Bay Area: Levi’s Stadium

6 matches. Five group stage games plus a Round of 32. The Bay Area weather is the most forgiving on the schedule, making this one of the easier venues for visitors not used to summer heat.

Seattle: Lumen Field

6 matches. Four group stage matches, a Round of 32, and a Round of 16. Seattle is the most soccer-mad American city by attendance, and the local Sounders fan culture will absolutely show up.

Match Distribution Summary

• Most matches: Dallas (9), then Atlanta, LA, MetLife, all at 8.
• Quarterfinal cities: Dallas, LA, Miami, plus one more international venue.
• Semifinal cities: Dallas hosts one semifinal, the other is also in the US.
• Final: MetLife Stadium, July 19.

How to Pick a Host City Trip

If you can only travel to one match, balance these factors:

• The matchup: Group stage games featuring big nations like Brazil, France, or Argentina sell out fastest.
• The weather: San Francisco, Seattle, and Boston are the most comfortable in late June and July. Houston, Miami, and Dallas need indoor or climate-controlled venues to stay enjoyable.
• The fan zone: Miami, New York, and LA have the largest planned public viewing events.
• The flight cost: Smaller airports like Kansas City and Philadelphia often have cheaper inbound flights than the major hubs.

Travel Tips for Every Host City

• Book your hotel at least 6 months ahead, especially for MetLife area, LA, Dallas, and Miami.
• Public transit varies a lot between cities. NYC, SF, and Boston are transit-friendly. LA, Dallas, and Atlanta need a car or rideshare plan.
• Plan to arrive at the stadium 2 to 3 hours before kickoff to clear mobile-ticket scans and security.

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