2026 World Cup matches in Los Angeles: what you need to know

While everyone is (rightfully!) concentrating on the Paris Olympics kickoff tomorrow (and its eventual handoff to L.A. for 2028), we’d like soon to turn your attention to the 2026 FIFA World Cup match initial schedule, which has a bunch of local matches at Inglewood’s SoFi Stadium. 

We know that we’re still two years out from the worldwide sporting event, but—if you’re anything like us, you’re already daydreaming about your upcoming summer vacations and outings.

So you’ll want to keep the following schedule handy while organizing your personal calendar.

When are the 2026 World Cup Matches in Los Angeles?

Inglewood will host eight different games at SoFi Stadium. Most notably, the U.S. Men’s National Team will have their opening match on June 12. Check out the full preliminary program of L.A. matches below:

• June 12, 2026: U.S. Men’s National Team Opening Match
• June 15, 2026: Group Stage Match
• June 18, 2026: Group Stage Match
• June 21, 2026: Group Stage Match
• June 25, 2026: U.S. Men’s National Team Group Stage Match
• June 28, 2026: Round of 32 Knockout Match
• July 2, 2026: Round of 32 Knockout Match
• July 10, 2026: Quarterfinal Match

How Can I Get Tickets to the 2026 World Cup Soccer Games in Los Angeles?

Now that you know when the matches are, you might be curious about how to actually snag tickets to each one. Although we know that tickets to the World Cup will be available through the official FIFA site, we haven’t yet received information regarding when, exactly, they will go on sale.

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Plan Ahead

While the exact date for ticket sales has not been announced, staying updated through FIFA’s official channels will be crucial. Keep an eye on their website and social media for announcements to ensure you don’t miss out on securing your tickets for this spectacular event.