2026 World Cup in Seattle
Seattle is one of 16 cities in North America hosting the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup, which runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026. Seattle is scheduled to host six matches.
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There are five official fan zones — plus the Renton base camp — in Western Washington. From hiking to art to whale watching, these places offer lots to do beyond soccer.
Seattle World Cup Matches
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Mitch Borden/KNKXThere are a lot of things people would do for World Cup tickets. One Mercer Island couple decided to put their plans to move on pause to catch the games. -
Emil Moffatt/KNKXCrews have been working for years to prepare for six World Cup matches. The changes include a new pitch and the sponsor-free moniker "Seattle Stadium."
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The World Cup started Thursday, and the first game in Seattle is Monday. Some people are thrilled. Others, not so much. -
World Cup matches are expensive. A new program led by the City of Seattle will distribute free tickets for young people and their caretakers. -
The only official team pep band in the MLS, the Seattle Sounders' Sound Wave brings their pop and jazz flair to the global stage with performances during the World Cup. -
One restaurant group has shifted its strategy to anticipate last-minute bookings for the tournament, and a Tacoma soccer store is racing to open in time.
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