The FIFA World Cup 2026 is coming to the United States in a big way. With 11 host cities staging 78 of the tournament’s 104 matches — including every game from the quarterfinals onward — the USA is the heart of this World Cup. Whether you’re local to one of the host cities or planning to travel, here’s everything you need to know about tickets and matches by city.
USA Host Cities at a Glance
| City | Stadium | Capacity | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York/New Jersey | MetLife Stadium | 82,500 | 8 (inc. Final) |
| Los Angeles | SoFi Stadium | 70,240 | 8 |
| Dallas | AT&T Stadium | 80,000 | 9 |
| San Francisco | Levi’s Stadium | 70,909 | 6 |
| Miami | Hard Rock Stadium | 65,326 | 6 |
| Atlanta | Mercedes-Benz Stadium | 71,000 | 8 (inc. Semi Final) |
| Seattle | Lumen Field | 69,000 | 6 |
| Houston | NRG Stadium | 72,220 | 6 |
| Philadelphia | Lincoln Financial Field | 69,796 | 6 |
| Kansas City | Arrowhead Stadium | 76,416 | 6 (inc. Quarter Final) |
| Boston | Gillette Stadium | 65,878 | 6 |
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New York / New Jersey — MetLife Stadium
MetLife Stadium is the crown jewel of the 2026 World Cup, hosting 8 matches including the Final on July 19. Located just 5 miles from Manhattan, this is the most sought-after venue of the entire tournament.
Key Matches:
- Round of 32, Round of 16, Semi Final, and the Final on July 19
- USA vs Paraguay — Group Stage (June 12)
Why it’s special: The Final. Enough said. If you can only attend one match anywhere in the tournament, make it New York.
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Los Angeles — SoFi Stadium
SoFi Stadium is one of the most modern venues in the world — a $5 billion indoor-outdoor arena with a translucent roof and massive video boards. LA hosts 8 matches including USA’s opening game.
Key Matches:
- USA vs UEFA Playoff C Winner — Group Stage (June 25)
- Round of 32 and Round of 16 knockout matches
Why it’s special: USA’s home matches here will generate some of the loudest atmospheres of the entire tournament. Tickets will be expensive — buy early.
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Dallas — AT&T Stadium
Dallas hosts more matches than any other venue in the tournament — a total of 9 games. AT&T Stadium in Arlington is one of the largest domed stadiums in the world.
Key Matches:
- England vs Croatia — Group Stage (June 17)
- Argentina vs Austria — Group Stage (June 22)
- Multiple knockout stage matches
Why it’s special: England vs Croatia is a rematch of the 2018 World Cup semi final — this will be one of the most watched group stage games globally.
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Miami — Hard Rock Stadium
Miami’s Latin American culture makes it one of the most electric host cities. The city has been buzzing with football fever since Lionel Messi joined Inter Miami, and Hard Rock Stadium hosts 6 matches.
Key Matches:
- Brazil vs Morocco — Group Stage (June 13)
- France vs Senegal — Group Stage (June 16)
- Round of 32 knockout match
Why it’s special: Brazil and France in Miami — two of the biggest fanbases in the world, in one of the most international cities in the USA. Expect an incredible atmosphere.
Atlanta — Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Atlanta is regarded as the soccer capital of the USA and hosts 8 matches including a Semi Final on July 15. Mercedes-Benz Stadium is widely considered the best stadium in North America.
Key Matches:
- Spain vs Cape Verde — Group Stage (June 15)
- Spain vs Saudi Arabia — Group Stage (June 21)
- Semi Final — July 15
Why it’s special: A Semi Final in one of the world’s best stadiums. Atlanta’s passionate soccer fanbase will create an incredible atmosphere.
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Seattle — Lumen Field
Lumen Field is home to the Seattle Sounders — one of the most passionate MLS fanbases in the country. USA play a group stage match here, and the city is planning 9 fan zones across the city.
Key Matches:
- USA group stage match
- Round of 32 knockout match
Why it’s special: USA playing in Seattle will be electric. The Sounders fanbase knows how to create an atmosphere and the whole city will be buzzing.
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Houston — NRG Stadium
Houston hosts 6 matches including some strong European matchups. NRG Stadium is a retractable roof venue with climate control — important for Houston’s summer heat.
Key Matches:
- Germany vs Curaçao — Group Stage (June 14)
- Portugal vs Intercontinental Playoff Winner — Group Stage (June 17)
- Netherlands vs UEFA Playoff B Winner — Group Stage (June 22)
- Round of 16 knockout match
Why it’s special: Germany, Portugal, and Netherlands all in Houston — three football powerhouses in one city.
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Philadelphia — Lincoln Financial Field
Philadelphia hosts 6 matches and has a unique distinction — one match falls on July 4, 2026, America’s 250th birthday. The city is already planning massive celebrations around the occasion.
Key Matches:
- Scotland vs Brazil — Group Stage (June 24)
- Colombia vs Portugal — Group Stage (June 27)
- Round of 16 on July 4 — America’s 250th Independence Day
Why it’s special: July 4 in Philadelphia — the birthplace of American independence — hosting a World Cup knockout match. That’s a once in a lifetime experience.
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Kansas City — Arrowhead Stadium
Arrowhead Stadium holds the Guinness World Record for the loudest crowd roar at a sports stadium. It hosts 6 matches including a Quarter Final on July 11.
Key Matches:
- Argentina vs Algeria — Group Stage (June 16)
- Ecuador vs Curaçao — Group Stage (June 20)
- Quarter Final — July 11
Why it’s special: Argentina in Kansas City for the group stage — Messi fans will travel from all over the world for this. The Quarter Final will be deafening.
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Boston — Gillette Stadium
Boston hosts 6 matches including some high-profile European ties. Gillette Stadium in Foxborough is about 30 miles south of Boston city centre.
Key Matches:
- Haiti vs Scotland — Group Stage (June 13)
- England vs Ghana — Group Stage (June 23)
- Round of 32 knockout match
Why it’s special: England vs Ghana in Boston — New England has one of the largest English-diaspora communities in the USA. This will sell out fast.
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San Francisco / Bay Area — Levi’s Stadium
Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara hosts 6 matches and is coming off hosting the 2026 Super Bowl earlier this year. It’s one of the most tech-forward stadiums in the country.
Key Matches:
- Netherlands vs Japan — Group Stage (June 14)
- Tunisia vs Netherlands — Group Stage (June 25)
- Round of 32 and Round of 16 knockout matches
Why it’s special: Netherlands vs Japan is a fascinating clash of styles — and the Bay Area’s diverse international community will make this a vibrant atmosphere.
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How to Buy FIFA World Cup 2026 USA Tickets
With FIFA’s official sales largely sold out, the secondary resale market is the most reliable way to secure tickets across all 11 US host cities right now.
TicketHub has verified inventory for matches across every US venue — from affordable group stage games to premium knockout matches.
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Don’t wait — prices rise as June approaches and availability drops fast.
Schedule and availability subject to change. Prices based on current resale market. Last updated: March 2026.
