Fifa World Cup Schedule
By Let's Talk Los Angeles on June 8, 2026
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will bring 8 matches to the Los Angeles area, all played at SoFi Stadium (officially called “Los Angeles Stadium” during the tournament). Los Angeles is one of the tournament’s premier host cities and will host two U.S. Men’s National Team group-stage matches plus a quarterfinal.
Los Angeles FIFA World Cup 2026 Schedule
| Date | Match | Time (PT) |
|---|---|---|
| June 12, 2026 | USA vs. Paraguay | 6:00 PM |
| June 15, 2026 | Iran vs. New Zealand | 6:00 PM |
| June 18, 2026 | Switzerland vs. Bosnia & Herzegovina | 12:00 PM |
| June 21, 2026 | Belgium vs. Iran | 12:00 PM |
| June 25, 2026 | Türkiye vs. USA | 7:00 PM |
| June 28, 2026 | Round of 32 Match | 12:00 PM |
| July 2, 2026 | Round of 32 Match | 12:00 PM |
| July 10, 2026 | Quarterfinal Match | 12:00 PM |
Major Highlights
⚽ USA Opening Match in Los Angeles
- United States vs. Paraguay
- Friday, June 12
- Expected to be one of the most attended matches in Southern California.
⚽ Second USA Match
- United States vs. Türkiye
- Thursday, June 25
- Final U.S. group-stage match in Los Angeles.
⚽ Quarterfinal
- Friday, July 10
- One of only four quarterfinals in the tournament.
Fan Events Around Los Angeles
The city will host:
- Official FIFA Fan Festival at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum
- Fan zones throughout Los Angeles County
- Watch parties, concerts, food festivals, and cultural celebrations from June 11 through July 19.
Transportation
Los Angeles organizers plan:
- Expanded Metro service
- Stadium shuttle routes
- Dedicated rideshare zones
- Regional traffic management plans to move fans between matches and events.
