Los Angeles Match Schedule
Los Angeles is one of the most soccer-mad cities in the United States and a cultural crossroads for fans from every nation in the world. SoFi Stadium hosts eight matches including the pivotal USMNT opener against Paraguay, a quarterfinal, and several group stage clashes involving Belgium, Iran, Switzerland, and the USA.
| Date | Match Type | Fixture | Key Storyline | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 12 | Group D | USA vs. Paraguay | The USMNT opens their World Cup campaign on home soil in front of a global audience | Buy Tickets |
| June 15 | Group G | Iran vs. New Zealand | Team Melli open their Group G campaign against Oceania’s representatives | Buy Tickets |
| June 18 | Group B | Switzerland vs. UEFA Playoff A Winner | Swiss face an unknown European qualifier in a crucial early Group B fixture | Buy Tickets |
| June 21 | Group G | Belgium vs. Iran | De Bruyne’s Belgium meet Iran in a high-stakes Group G decider at SoFi | Buy Tickets |
| June 25 | Group D | UEFA Playoff C Winner vs. USA | USMNT’s final group stage match — a win secures top seed in the knockout rounds | Buy Tickets |
| June 28 | Round of 32 | Group A Runner-Up vs. Group B Runner-Up | First knockout clash: the loser goes home | Buy Tickets |
| July 2 | Round of 32 | Group H Winner vs. Group J Runner-Up | Could feature Spain or Uruguay against an Argentina runner-up | Buy Tickets |
| July 10 | Quarterfinal | TBD vs. TBD | A place in the World Cup semifinal is on the line at the home of the Rams | Buy Tickets |
Los Angeles World Cup Match Storylines & Analysis
June 12: USA vs. Paraguay (Group D)
This is the match the entire country has been building toward. Christian Pulisic leads the United States into their first World Cup home opener since 1994, facing a physical Paraguayan side that finished strongly in CONMEBOL qualifying. With the Rams’ home ground transformed for the world’s biggest sporting event, SoFi Stadium will be awash in red, white, and blue. The USMNT are under enormous pressure to deliver a winning start in front of what will be one of the loudest home crowds in American soccer history.
June 15: Iran vs. New Zealand (Group G)
Team Melli — Asia’s most experienced World Cup nation — make their tournament debut at SoFi against Oceania’s representatives. For the large Iranian-American community in Southern California, this match carries deep personal significance. New Zealand are the tournament’s longest shots in this group, but they are physically imposing and have proven capable of upsets. Los Angeles hosts one of the largest Iranian diaspora communities in the world, which will make the atmosphere unlike anything seen at a group-stage opener.
June 18: Switzerland vs. UEFA Playoff A Winner (Group B)
Switzerland — the team that knocked France out of Euro 2020 on penalties — face their first group test at one of the world’s most iconic venues. If Italy navigate their UEFA playoff, this becomes one of the most mouth-watering European matchups of the group stage, pitting two technically gifted nations in a contest where every point is vital. Even if the playoff produces Wales or Bosnia-Herzegovina, Switzerland’s quality under Murat Yakin makes this a fascinating tactical encounter.
June 21: Belgium vs. Iran (Group G)
Kevin De Bruyne, possibly in his farewell World Cup, leads Belgium against a disciplined, dangerous Iran side built around Inter Milan striker Mehdi Taremi. Belgium need a result here to advance comfortably; Iran need points to make history and advance for the first time. The Southern California Iranian community will mobilize in enormous numbers, creating a charged, passionate atmosphere at SoFi that could rattle even Europe’s most experienced players.
June 25: UEFA Playoff C Winner vs. USA (Group D — Final Matchday)
The USMNT close out their group stage campaign at home in Los Angeles. By this point, Mauricio Pochettino’s side will know exactly what is needed to secure their place in the knockout rounds and potentially claim top seed in Group D. A crowd of 70,000 partisan American fans roaring behind their team on the final group matchday is the scenario the USMNT and their supporters have been dreaming about.
July 10: Quarterfinal
One of four quarterfinals that will determine who reaches the World Cup semifinals. A quarterfinal at SoFi Stadium is among the most coveted tickets in world sport. The match will feature two of the tournament’s best eight teams battling for a place in the last four, with the world’s media focused on Inglewood.
Logistics: Getting to Los Angeles
Getting to SoFi Stadium
SoFi Stadium is located in Inglewood, roughly 3 miles from LAX. The easiest option for most fans is rideshare (Uber/Lyft) directly to the stadium, though expect significant surge pricing on match days. The K Line (Crenshaw) light rail connects Downtown LA and the Expo/Crenshaw corridor to a dedicated station at SoFi Stadium — this is the smartest option for fans coming from central LA or Santa Monica.
Parking & Driving
The stadium has over 12,000 on-site parking spaces but pre-purchase online well in advance — lots fill hours before kickoff. The Forum parking structure on Prairie Avenue is a reliable overflow option. Allow at least 90 minutes for post-match exit if driving.
Where to Stay
Inglewood hotels surrounding the stadium will fill months in advance. Fans should consider El Segundo, Manhattan Beach, or the Westside (Century City, Santa Monica) as convenient base alternatives with easy transit or rideshare access. Avoid Downtown LA on match days if driving — freeway traffic will be severe.
Los Angeles Fan Zones & Official Festivals
FIFA Fan Festival: Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum
The official fan zone transforms the historic 1984 Olympic venue into a global celebration. Open daily from June 11 to July 19, it features all 104 matches broadcast on massive screens, live entertainment, food vendors, and interactive sponsor activations. The Coliseum is easily accessible via Metro Expo Line to Exposition Park station.
LA World Cup Fan Zones
Multiple satellite fan zones across LA County will broadcast matches live and host cultural events. The city’s incredible diversity — with major communities from Mexico, El Salvador, Brazil, Korea, Iran, Armenia, and dozens more nations — means every group stage match will have passionate local supporters gathering citywide.
Snoop Dogg: Official Community Chairman
LA’s Official Community Chairman Snoop Dogg, alongside ambassadors Cobi Jones, Eva Longoria, Magic Johnson, and Julie Foudy, will host events and activations throughout the tournament. Expect special events tied to the USMNT matches in particular.
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