Los Angeles skyline — SoFi Stadium hosts World Cup 2026 matches in Inglewood

World Cup 2026 Host City · USA

Inglewood (Los Angeles)

Climate-controlled SoFi Stadium hosts 8 matches inside the largest indoor venue of 2026

Stadium: SoFi Stadium
FIFA name: Los Angeles Stadium
Capacity: 70,000
Roof: Indoor / climate-controlled
Matches: 8

Matches: 8
Capacity: 70K
Indoor: Yes
Country: USA

Travel essentials

Metro population

13.0 million (LA metro)

Climate (June 2026)

Mild, dry — 17-25°C, low humidity, marine layer mornings

Airports

LAX · Burbank (BUR) · Long Beach (LGB)

Stadium surface

Artificial turf converted to grass for the tournament (FIFA requirement)

How to get to SoFi Stadium

Metro K Line + match-day shuttle from Downtown LA, ~40 min by car (avoid 405 at rush hour)

Plan to arrive at least 90 minutes before kickoff for security and ticket scanning. Match-day road closures and shuttle routes are typically published 2–3 weeks before each game by FIFA and the local organising committee — check the official channels for the latest schedule.

Matches at SoFi Stadium

All World Cup 2026 fixtures hosted at this venue, listed in chronological order.

Group D Jun 12 · 01:00 UTC (next day)

United States vs Paraguay

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Group G Jun 15 · 01:00 UTC (next day)

Iran vs New Zealand

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Group B Jun 18 · 19:00 UTC

Switzerland vs Bosnia and Herzegovina

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Group G Jun 21 · 19:00 UTC

Belgium vs Iran

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Group D Jun 25 · 02:00 UTC (next day)

Türkiye vs United States

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Round of 32 Jun 28 · 19:00 UTC

2B vs 2A

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Round of 32 Jul 2 · 19:00 UTC

1H vs 2J

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Quarter-final Jul 10 · 19:00 UTC

W93 vs W94

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Inglewood (Los Angeles) World Cup 2026 — deep-dive guides

Long-form articles on travel logistics, ticket strategy and matchday planning for SoFi Stadium:

SoFi Stadium in Inglewood hosts eight World Cup 2026 matches including the USMNT opener and a quarter-final

Guide

LA World Cup 2026 SoFi Tickets: USMNT, Belgium, QF Match

How to buy World Cup 2026 tickets for SoFi Stadium in Inglewood: the 8 LA matches including the USMNT vs Paraguay opener (June 12), Türkiye vs USA

Where to stay in Inglewood (Los Angeles)

Top neighborhoods for travelling fans, balancing transit access to SoFi Stadium with dining, nightlife and walkability:

Santa MonicaDowntown LAManhattan BeachCulver City

Food and drink Inglewood (Los Angeles) is known for

Korean BBQ in KoreatownTacos in Boyle HeightsSushi in Beverly Hills

Inglewood (Los Angeles) World Cup 2026 — FAQ

Which stadium hosts World Cup 2026 matches in Inglewood (Los Angeles)?

SoFi Stadium (FIFA tournament name: Los Angeles Stadium). Capacity 70,000, climate-controlled with a closed roof.

How many matches does Inglewood (Los Angeles) host at the 2026 World Cup?

8 matches across 3 stages.

How do I get to SoFi Stadium on match day?

Metro K Line + match-day shuttle from Downtown LA, ~40 min by car (avoid 405 at rush hour)

What is the weather like in Inglewood (Los Angeles) in June 2026?

Mild, dry — 17-25°C, low humidity, marine layer mornings

Which airports serve Inglewood (Los Angeles) for World Cup 2026 visitors?

LAX · Burbank (BUR) · Long Beach (LGB)

Where should fans stay in Inglewood (Los Angeles)?

Santa Monica, Downtown LA, Manhattan Beach are the top neighborhoods for travelling fans, balancing transit access to the stadium with dining, nightlife and walkability.

What food is Inglewood (Los Angeles) known for?

Korean BBQ in Koreatown · Tacos in Boyle Heights · Sushi in Beverly Hills