FIFA World Cup 2026 at SoFi Stadium

SoFi Stadium hosts 6 group stage matches in June 2026. Group stage features 48 countries across 12 groups. Each group plays a round-robin format over roughly two weeks.

Tip: Group stage tickets typically have better availability than knockout rounds. The specific national teams in each match drive demand — matches featuring Brazil, Argentina, Mexico, or European powerhouses sell out fastest.

Los Angeles hosts one Round of 32 knockout match. The 2026 World Cup introduces a new 48-team format with a Round of 32 before the traditional Round of 16 — a new stage in World Cup history.

Tip: Knockout round tickets are non-transferable once assigned to a specific national team. If your team is eliminated before the Round of 32, FIFA provides resale options or refunds under certain conditions.

SoFi Stadium is hosting one of the two FIFA World Cup 2026 Semifinal matches in July 2026. This is the highest-profile match to be played in Los Angeles during the tournament.

Tip: Semifinal tickets are allocated by category — not by which teams are playing. You buy a category ticket and attend regardless of which four teams advance. Demand is at its peak for this match.

The Hollywood Park lots surrounding SoFi Stadium are the same lots used for NFL games. All parking is pre-purchase only — no walk-up sales for World Cup matches.

• Lots 1-3 (adjacent): $80-$100, closest to gates
• Lots 4-7 (mid-distance): $50-$70, 8-12 min walk
• Remote lots with shuttle: $30-$40
• Century Blvd private lots: $30-$50, pre-book SpotHero

World Cup brings international fans unfamiliar with the campus — expect slower lot entry than NFL games.

The Metro K Line (Crenshaw/LAX Line) stops at Westchester/Veterans station, approximately a 15-minute walk from SoFi Stadium gates.

For World Cup match days, Metro is strongly recommended over driving. The combination of 70,000+ fans, international visitors unfamiliar with LA traffic, and limited parking creates the worst road congestion SoFi has seen outside of Super Bowl week.

Round-trip Metro fare is under $4. Check Metro LA for extended match-day service hours.

Arrive 2 to 2.5 hours before kickoff for World Cup matches. This is longer than the typical 90-minute NFL arrival window.

World Cup matches bring an international audience that is often unfamiliar with stadium entry procedures, FIFA ticket scanning systems, and the Hollywood Park campus. Security lines move slower than NFL games. Factor 45-60 minutes from lot or station arrival to seated.

100 Level Center Sideline

Sections near the midfield line on either sideline give you both goals in view and the full pitch. This is the Category 1 tier — premium price, best soccer sightline.

300 Level Center (Upper Deck)

The 300 level upper deck center sections give a high vantage point that many soccer fans prefer over lower bowl. You see team formations, spacing, and tactical shapes clearly. Usually 40-50% cheaper than 100 level.

100 Level End Zones (Behind Goal)

End zone 100-level sections sit directly behind the goal. Great for goalmouth action and penalty shootouts. Limited full-pitch perspective — you cannot see the defensive shape at the far end. Better for atmosphere than tactics.