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The USMNT is preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup‘s group-stage matches in Los Angeles and Seattle. FIFA announced the tournament’s itinerary for June 11–July 19, 2026, in the US, Canada, and Mexico. The news was made by USMNT head coach Gregg Berhalter on FOX and Telemundo.
2026 FIFA World Cup: US Men’s National Team Set for Group Stage Showdowns in Los Angeles and Seattle (Photo from Sporta.com)
USMNT’s 2026 FIFA World Cup Journey: Exciting Matches in LA and Seattle Await!
On June 12, the USMNT plays at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, then Lumen Field in Seattle on June 19. On June 25, the squad will play their last group stage encounter at SoFi Stadium. Berhalter was excited about the venues, citing Los Angeles’ soccer legacy and Seattle’s strong fanbase.
Mexico hosts the tournament opener in Estadio Azteca in Mexico City on June 11, 2026. The schedule comprises a Round of 32 matches from June 28 to July 3, a Round of 16 matches from July 4 to July 7, quarterfinals from July 9-11, and semifinals on July 14 and 15.
The third-place match will be at Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium on July 18 and the final at MetLife Stadium in New York/New Jersey on July 19.
2026 FIFA World Cup: USMNT to Clash with Canada and Mexico on Home Soil in Historic Tournament
Canada and Mexico published their entire group stage schedules with the U.S. Canada will play at BMO Field in Toronto on June 12, and BC Place in Vancouver on June 18 and 24. Mexico will play at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City on June 11 and 24, and at Estadio Akron in Guadalajara on June 18.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is the first to be staged by three nations. The biggest FIFA World Cup ever will include 48 teams and 80 matches in 16 locations. The new structure accommodates 48 teams, up from 32 in the previous season.
Fans around North America are excited to watch the USMNT play Canada and Mexico on home soil in a competition that will be unforgettable.
