FIFA World Cup 2026 in Los Angeles

Last updated: May 2026 — FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off June 11, 2026.

FIFA World Cup 2026 in Los Angeles brings world-class football to United States. SoFi Stadium (Inglewood CA) hosts multiple matches across the group stage and possibly into the knockouts. With 70,000 seats and full FIFA-standard facilities, SoFi Stadium (Inglewood CA) is one of the 16 official venues for the 48-team tournament.

About SoFi Stadium (Inglewood CA)

Translucent roof. USA opens here against Paraguay on June 12. Hosts matches from Groups B, D, G.

Match Times in Los Angeles

Los Angeles operates in UTC-7. Match kickoff times at SoFi Stadium (Inglewood CA) fall in standard local time for Los Angeles — typically afternoon to evening for the majority of games. Fans traveling from other time zones can use our Kickoff Time Converter to see exact times in their home timezone and download the schedule to their calendar.

Tickets for Matches in Los Angeles

Match tickets for SoFi Stadium (Inglewood CA) are sold exclusively through FIFA's official ticket platform at FIFA.com/tickets. Pricing ranges from approximately 60 USD (Category 4, cheapest) to over 800 USD (Category 1, group stage) and 1,000-6,000+ USD for knockout-stage premium seats. Hospitality packages with food, drinks, and premium seating cost 3,500-20,000 USD per match. Avoid third-party resellers — only FIFA's official resale platform is sanctioned.

Travel and Accommodation for Fans

For fan tourists visiting Los Angeles, accommodation prices typically rise 2-3× during match weeks. Book hotels and rentals at least 90 days in advance for best rates. Public transit and rideshare services see massively increased demand — plan extra travel time. For trip-cost estimates including flights, hotels, tickets, and local expenses, use our Travel Cost Estimator.

What to Do in Los Angeles Beyond the Match

Most host cities are setting up FIFA Fan Zones with big screens, food, and entertainment for fans without match tickets. Los Angeles typically offers local football pubs, public viewing parties, and 24/7 atmosphere during World Cup weeks. Mix attending one match with fan-zone viewing for several others to experience the tournament without buying tickets for every game.

Useful Tools for Your Los Angeles Trip

Use our suite of free FIFA World Cup 2026 tools: Kickoff Time Converter for the schedule, Bracket Maker for predictions, Watch Party Planner for hosting friends, and Office Pool Generator for workplace sweepstakes.

SoFi Stadium for World Cup 2026

SoFi Stadium in Inglewood (capacity 70,000 for football, expandable to 100,000) hosts 8 World Cup matches between June 12 and July 7, 2026 — including 6 group-stage matches, 1 Round of 32, and 1 Round of 16. The Rams and Chargers share the stadium, but FIFA's 'Los Angeles Stadium' branding strips both NFL teams' identity during matches. The translucent ETFE roof is the largest of any sports venue — 3.1 million square feet — letting natural daylight in while shielding heat. SoFi hosted Super Bowl LVI (2022), Super Bowl LVIII (2024), and Copa America 2024 matches. The stadium opens onto Hollywood Park's casino, restaurants, and the 6,000-seat Intuit Dome (Clippers' new home) for full match-day entertainment district experience.

World Cup 2026 Matches in Los Angeles — Full Schedule

LA's 8 matches: June 12 (Group D, USA vs Paraguay, 6 PM PT — USA's first match), June 15 (Group H, Spain vs Cape Verde, 3 PM PT), June 18 (Group F, Netherlands vs Japan, 6 PM PT), June 22 (Group K, Portugal vs Uzbekistan, 12 PM PT), June 25 (Group D, Turkey vs USA, 4 PM PT), June 28 (Group H, Spain vs Saudi Arabia, 4 PM PT), July 2 (Round of 32 — 1D vs 2F), July 7 (Round of 16 — TBD). USA fans get two home matches at SoFi — June 12 opening match and June 25 group finale.

Getting to SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles

LA Metro K Line opened in 2022 — Downtown Inglewood station is 1 mile from SoFi (15-minute walk or free shuttle). From LAX, the K Line connects via the C Line (1 transfer at Aviation/Century, 22 minutes total, $1.75). From downtown LA (Union Station), the journey is 38 minutes via A Line + C Line + K Line. Driving: SoFi parking lots $50-75, Hollywood Park overflow $30-40, off-site shuttle lots $25. Ride-share pickup is on the east side at Sportsman Drive — surge pricing typical 3-5x on matchdays. Hotels: Hilton Los Angeles Airport ($349 during WC), Renaissance LAX ($329), Holiday Inn Express LAX ($289). Hollywood/Downtown LA stays are 35-50 min via Metro + shuttle.

LA Fan Culture + Watch Party Venues

Los Angeles is one of the world's most football-passionate cities — LAFC's '3252' supporters section, Galaxy's Angel City Brigade, and the city's massive immigrant communities (Mexican, Salvadoran, Korean, Argentinian, Brazilian, Persian) create the most diverse WC fan landscape in North America. Free public viewing zones: Grand Park (downtown), Exposition Park (USC-adjacent), Westwood Village, Santa Monica Pier, Echo Park, and South Bay's Hermosa Beach plaza. FanFest LA is at Exposition Park — 160 acres, free entry, runs every day. Korean-language broadcast at Koreatown's Madang Plaza watch parties for South Korea matches. Mexican team matches turn East LA and Pico-Union into block parties. The Hollywood Bowl hosts a 'World Cup Opening Night' free outdoor screening of the June 11 Mexico vs South Africa opening match.

More Questions About FIFA World Cup 2026

How do I get to SoFi Stadium from LAX?

Two options: (1) LA Metro — C Line to Aviation/Century, transfer to K Line, exit at Downtown Inglewood station, 1 mile walk or free shuttle. Total 22 minutes, $1.75. (2) Rideshare/taxi — 12-22 minutes depending on traffic, $35-55 plus surge pricing.

How many USA matches are in Los Angeles?

Two — the USA's opening match vs Paraguay (June 12, 6 PM PT) and group finale vs Turkey (June 25, 4 PM PT). Both at SoFi Stadium. The June 19 USA vs Australia match is in Seattle.

Where is the LA World Cup FanFest?

Exposition Park — 160 acres, free entry, FIFA-run, runs all 39 days. Adjacent to USC, BMO Stadium (LAFC's home), and Coliseum. All 104 matches on multiple giant screens. The Hollywood Bowl also hosts a one-night opening match screening June 11.