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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The World Cup broke visitation and hotel revenue records in Seattle. Officials hope the games made the city a destination for future international sporting events.
Seattle World Cup Matches
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Stage - USA vs. AUSGroup
Stage - BIH vs. QATGroup
Stage - EGY vs. IRNGroup
Stage - BEL vs. SENRound of
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Mitch Borden/KNKXWith more than 750,000 fans visiting the city during the tournament, Seattle has stretched to test and showcase its infrastructure solutions. -
Puyallup Tribe of IndiansWhile Seattle hosts six matches for the World Cup, the Puyallup Tribe of Indians is playing a big role, as an official host city supporter for the games. This is the first time an Indigenous nation in the U.S. has had these responsibilities.
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Bakery owner Vince Vu is happy for neighborhoods that are having success but said he feels that “this is a party that I wasn’t invited to.” -
Bosnia and Herzegovina will now advance in the World Cup to face the United States on July 1. -
FIFA doesn’t recognize the Iran-Egypt contest as a Pride Match. But the local organizing committee does. -
Jazz Barbershop in Shoreline is helping the Egyptian players look fresh during their stay for the World Cup. The barbers are hoping their work can bring the team another win.
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- Old rivals, new battle: Argentina and England clash in World Cup Semifinal
- Spain sparkles to shock France 2-0 and advance to the World Cup final
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