Seattle is one of the North American cities chosen to stage 2026 FIFA World Cup matches.
Aptly named the Emerald City because of its year-round greenery, Seattle has a natural beauty complemented by a passionate football culture.
Seattle knows how to handle a football spectacle, having hosted boisterous Major League Soccer (MLS) crowds and pulsating international matches.
Seattle Stadium: A World Cup Fortress
- Name: Seattle Stadium.
- Location: Seattle, Washington, United States.
- Capacity: 69,000.
- Opened: 2002.
- Design: Iconic horseshoe shape with an open north end offering panoramic views of the Seattle skyline.
Seattle Stadium has twice featured in the Guinness World Records as the loudest outdoor venue, with fans raucously supporting the Seattle Seahawks and the Seattle Sounders.
The stadium’s atmosphere was unforgettable in May 2022 when the Sounders defeated Pumas UNAM to win the CONCACAF Champions League title.
The venue was also bouncing when it hosted games during the 2025 Club World Cup, staging fixtures involving Paris Saint-Germain, Atletico Madrid and Botafogo in a rehearsal for the World Cup.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Fixtures in Seattle
- Belgium vs Egypt | Group G | Monday, June 15.
- US vs Australia | Group D | Friday, June 19.
- Bosnia & Herzegovina/Italy/Northern Ireland/Wales vs Qatar | Group B | Wednesday, June 24.
- Egypt vs Iran | Group G | Friday, June 26.
- Match 82 | Round of 32 | Wednesday, July 1.
- Match 94 | Round of 16 | Monday, July 6.
Seattle hosts four group-stage games before a round of 32 tie and a last-16 showdown, meaning fans could see a heavyweight or surprise package on the road to the quarter-finals.
The Games That Matter: Group-Stage Drama in Seattle
The group stage games will draw the biggest global interest, especially from Arab football fans buoyed by the exploits of Morocco at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
The first match in the city pitches Belgium against Egypt in Group G in June 15. The Red Devils are the bookmakers’ favourites to win the game, but Egypt could upset the odds.
Reputable Arabic betting sites listed on comparison website arabswin.com/en/ will offer a vast array of pre-match and live markets on the game.
Egypt return to Seattle for a clash with Iran on June 26. The blockbuster showdown could determine who advances to the next round.
Arab football fans will be out in force, while betting activity is guaranteed to be off the scale for a fixture which could deliver plenty of fireworks.
Football fans in the Gulf region will also keep an eye out for Qatar’s Group B game two days earlier. Qatar have yet to find out who they will face, with Bosnia & Herzegovina, Italy, Northern Ireland and Wales battling it out for a place at the tournament.
However, whoever makes it to Seattle via the play-route is guaranteed to put up a fight for the ages against Qatar.
Meanwhile, the US face Australia for another gripping contest on June 19, with both sides aiming to assert themselves in Group D.
Why Seattle Is Worth the Trip
Besides visiting the stadiums to enjoy live games, Seattle has plenty of attractions for travelling fans looking for other activities. The city has a fine blend of culture, innovation and sport.
Fans can visit popular attractions such as the Space Needle and Pike Place Market, exploring Seattle’s football history and its environmentally conscious outlook.
Founded in 1869 and shaped by shipbuilding, timber and the Gold Rush, modern Seattle has since evolved into a recognised technology hub and one of the greenest cities in the United States.
Seattle is set to be one of the defining host cities of the World Cup. For fans watching in the stadium or following from afar, the Emerald City will deliver football at its loudest and most unforgettable.
