The USMNT World Cup 2026 schedule puts the United States in a dream position to start their tournament on home soil, with all three group matches set to be played in front of massive American crowds. With games in Los Angeles and Seattle, the U.S. will open their campaign with strong home support and prime-time TV exposure across the country. All three 2026 FIFA World Cup group matches are taking place between June 12 and June 25, 2026.
Facing Paraguay, Australia and a European playoff winner in Group D, the United States National Soccer team enters the tournament with realistic knockout-stage ambitions.
With dates, venues and kickoff times now locked in by FIFA, the USMNT’s schedule is perfectly set up for prime-time television in the U.S. and minimal travel, giving Gregg Berhalter’s side a significant logistical advantage as they try to turn co‑host status into a deep knockout run on home ground.
Below is the complete USMNT World Cup 2026 schedule, including dates, venues, kickoff times in Eastern Time, and what each fixture means for the U.S. path to the Round of 32.
Group, Opponents and Tournament Context
The United States has been drawn into Group D alongside Paraguay, Australia, and the winner of UEFA Playoff Path C (one of Slovakia, Kosovo, Türkiye or Romania, to be decided in March 2026).
The 2026 FIFA World Cup runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026, hosted across the United States, Canada and Mexico, with the final at New York/New Jersey Stadium (MetLife Stadium) on July 19. As a co‑host, the USA plays all three group matches in the United States.
USMNT World Cup 2026 Schedule – Group Stage
Here is the confirmed group-stage schedule for the United States in Group D:
- Group D Teams: USA, Paraguay, Australia, UEFA Playoff C winner (Slovakia/ Kosovo/ Türkiye/ Romania)
| Date | Fixture | Kickoff Time | Stadium | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 12 | USA vs Paraguay | 6:00 PM PT / 9:00 PM ET | SoFi Stadium (Los Angeles Stadium) | Inglewood, California |
| June 19 | USA vs Australia | 12:00 PM PT / 3:00 PM ET | Lumen Field (Seattle Stadium) | Seattle, Washington |
| June 25 | Turkey vs USA | 7:00 PM PT / 10:00 PM ET | SoFi Stadium (Los Angeles Stadium) | Inglewood, California |
These fixtures are part of the wider 48‑team group stage that runs from June 11 to June 27, after which 32 teams progress to the expanded knockout stage, Round of 32.
Possible Knockout Path for the USA
If the United States wins Group D, it will play its Round of 32 match on July 1 at Levi’s Stadium in the San Francisco Bay Area against a third‑place team from Groups B/E/F/I/J. If the USMNT instead finishes second, it would play on July 3 at AT&T Stadium in Dallas against the Group G runner‑up.
From there, the path could include potential games in Seattle, Los Angeles, Dallas, Atlanta and finally New York/New Jersey depending on results, with all match dates and stadiums now fully locked in by FIFA.
USMNT World Cup 2026 Group Stage Ticket Information & How to Buy
All the USMNT World Cup 2026 Schedule Official tickets are sold exclusively through the FIFA Ticketing Portal and the US portal.
- Last-Minute Sales Phase: This final official phase begins in early April 2026 and will operate on a first-come, first-served basis with instant confirmation.
- Official Resale Marketplace: FIFA’s official platform for fans to buy and sell verified tickets reopens on April 2, 2026.
- Supporter Tier Pricing: A special “Supporter Entry Tier” priced at $60 was introduced for loyal fans, though availability for specific USMNT matches during late phases may be extremely limited.
- Secondary Markets: Tickets are currently listed on sites like StubHub and SeatGeek, but these are not official partners and often carry significantly higher prices than face value.
