2026 FIFA World Cup Draw Revealed: Excitement Builds for Bay Area Soccer Fans
Excitement is building for Bay Area soccer fans as the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw has been finalized, revealing an updated match schedule for the upcoming tournament. Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara is set to host several matches, including Qatar vs. Switzerland, Austria vs. Jordan, and more. The tournament will feature 104 games from June 11 to July 19 at 16 venues across North America, with the final taking place at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
The expanded World Cup will see 78 games played at 11 NFL stadiums, with additional matches in Mexico and Canada. A new round of 32 will include 12 group winners, second-place nations, and eight third-place teams. The U.S. men's national team is in Group D alongside Australia, Paraguay, and the winner of a European playoff. The team's schedule has been set, with matches against Australia, Paraguay, and the playoff winner.
The U.S. men's national team has been preparing for their World Cup journey, knowing the dates and venues for their group stage matches well in advance. With the draw now complete, the USMNT is gearing up for an exciting tournament ahead. Stay tuned for more updates as the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches.