Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia — World Cup 2026 host stadium
Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia. Photo: Wikipedia / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA, see source page for attribution).

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Philadelphia is one of the United States' oldest and most walkable cities, with a strong sports culture, a top-tier food scene and excellent rail links up and down the east coast.

Summer warmth, passionate crowds, and one of the most fan-friendly US host cities for those travelling by rail from New York or Washington.

Venue

Lincoln Financial Field

67,594 capacity

Lincoln Financial Field is the home of the NFL's Philadelphia Eagles and a regular host of major soccer fixtures including international friendlies.

2026 World Cup matches in Philadelphia

5 confirmed group-stage matches. All kick-off times shown in UK BST.

Sun, 14 Jun 2026

00:00 BST

🇨🇮 Ivory Coast vs 🇪🇨 Ecuador

Group ELincoln Financial Field

Group E

Sat, 20 Jun 2026

02:00 BST

🇧🇷 Brazil vs 🇭🇹 Haiti

Group CLincoln Financial Field

Group C

Mon, 22 Jun 2026

22:00 BST

🇫🇷 France vs 🏳️ TBD (Intercontinental Playoff 2)

Group ILincoln Financial Field

Group I

Fri, 26 Jun 2026

21:00 BST

🇪🇨 Ecuador vs 🇩🇪 Germany

Group ELincoln Financial Field

Group E

Sun, 28 Jun 2026

22:00 BST

🇭🇷 Croatia vs 🇬🇭 Ghana

Group LLincoln Financial Field

Group L

Planning a trip?

Philadelphia matchday essentials

A few items that are worth sorting before matchday — whether you're travelling to Philadelphia or hosting a watch party at home in that city's honour.

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