2026 World Cup Matches in San Francisco

Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara is gearing up to host some of the most intense matches of the 2026 World Cup: Austria vs Jordan, Jordan vs Algeria and Paraguay vs Australia will set the stands alight amid palm trees and Pacific breezes. It's the perfect setting to combine football, travel and that unique atmosphere that only the San Francisco area can create.

The World Cup matches in San Francisco will be played at Levi's Stadium, located in Santa Clara, about 70 kilometres from the city centre. The stadium will be one of the official venues for the tournament and has already been confirmed to host several group stage matches and one knockout round match.

Levi's Stadium, opened in 2014 in the heart of Silicon Valley, is a modern venue with approximately 68,500 seats, Wi-Fi throughout the stadium and the honour of being the first NFL stadium with LEED Gold certification, a symbol of sustainable design.

How to get to Levi's Stadium

• Train + light rail: combination of Caltrain and VTA Light Rail to Great America station, a few minutes' walk from the stadium.
• By car: approximately 45–60 minutes from San Francisco, with paid parking available in the surrounding area.
• Ride-sharing: services such as Uber and Lyft have designated pick-up and drop-off areas on match days.

Stadium areas and approximate price ranges

• End zones: the most economical option for experiencing the fan atmosphere. Approximate price: £100–150.
• Side stands: best balance between visibility and comfort. Approximate price: £180–300.
• Central grandstand: tactical view of the game and more comfortable experience. Approximate price: €300–500.
• VIP boxes and hospitality areas: premium seats, exclusive services and personalised treatment. Approximate price: between €700 and €2,000 per person, depending on the package.

The gates usually open 2–3 hours before kick-off; try to arrive at least 60 minutes early so you can enter calmly and enjoy the atmosphere.

The above price ranges are indicative and may change depending on the area, the teams playing, the stage of the tournament and the demand for each match. For those who want to experience the World Cup in style, there are VIP and hospitality options, with premium seats and exclusive services.

At San Francisco Bay Area Stadium (now Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara), you will have the opportunity to see teams from three different groups in action: Qatar and Switzerland from Group B, Paraguay and Australia from Group D, and Austria, Algeria and Jordan from Group J. Not all of them will face each other, but they will share the stage in one of the most modern stadiums of the tournament, with San Francisco Bay as a backdrop.

San Francisco is getting ready to become a football hotspot: its neighbourhoods will be buzzing with fans from all corners of the world, bars will be displaying shirts from a thousand different teams, and fan zones in squares and public spaces will bring the World Cup to life on every corner, even before the starting whistle.

• Identify the stadium clearly: the matches will be played at San Francisco Stadium (the name Levi's Stadium will adopt during the World Cup), with reasonable access from different points around the bay.
• Get to the stadium early to avoid rushing: this will give you plenty of time to get in, find your seat and soak up the atmosphere without feeling overwhelmed.
• Enjoy the atmosphere in the city: fan zones, bars, terraces and meeting areas where fans of different teams mix — perfect if you are travelling alone or with friends of different nationalities.
• Combine football with tourism: between matches, you can explore iconic neighbourhoods, stroll along the coast, discover the cultural scene and enjoy the relaxed and cosmopolitan atmosphere.
• Organise your accommodation and transport well: look for accommodation that is central or well connected so you can get around easily, bearing in mind that San Francisco and its metropolitan area can experience heavy traffic during the event.

And most importantly: inside the stadium there will be designated areas — **one for fans of one team, another for the other, and a **neutral zone **** where fans of different teams mix. Make sure you buy the right ticket (category, sector and zone): if you enter the wrong stand, you may be relocated or denied access for security reasons. Check the sector, zone and category carefully before completing your purchase.
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San Francisco offers many experiences beyond football. If you are attending one or more matches, take advantage of your trip to see the main attractions of the city and its surroundings.

Some ideas:

• Explore San Francisco with a tourist card
• Experience the excitement of basketball with NBA tickets
• Take a tour of Silicon Valley
• Escape to Lake Tahoe on a full-day excursion
• Visit the city's best museums
• Enjoy a boat trip around the bay
• See what to see and do in San Francisco
• Tour the city on the tourist bus
• Visit the legendary Alcatraz prison
• Book your transfer from the airport

Tip: If your trip coincides with more than one match, plan your activities between games to make the most of your stay.