How many World Cup 2026 matches are being played in Seattle?

Seattle is hosting 2 confirmed group-stage matches at Lumen Field. Additional knockout-round matches may be added once the bracket is finalised.

What is the time zone for Seattle during the 2026 World Cup?

Seattle is in Pacific Time (PT) — UTC-8. During the tournament, kick-off times shown on Footy Kits Battle are in UK BST, which is 8 hours ahead of Seattle local time.

Seattle World Cup 2026 — Lumen Field, Matches & City Guide

Q: Where are matches played in Seattle?

All Seattle 2026 World Cup matches are played at Lumen Field, which has a capacity of 68,740. Lumen Field is the home of the Seattle Sounders, one of the best-supported teams in MLS history with regular crowds over 40,000. Known for one of the loudest atmospheres in American sport.

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

USA • Pacific Time (PT) — UTC-8

Seattle is one of the most soccer-obsessed cities in the United States and has produced some of the best MLS crowds ever recorded. The Pacific Northwest is serious about the game.

Mild summer weather, a properly atmospheric stadium, and a local fan culture that takes the game seriously in a way most US cities still aspire to.

Venue

Lumen Field

68,740 capacity

Lumen Field is the home of the Seattle Sounders, one of the best-supported teams in MLS history with regular crowds over 40,000. Known for one of the loudest atmospheres in American sport.