Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California is the Bay Area’s home for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The stadium hosts group-stage and knockout matches across June and July 2026. The full WorldCupPass.com game times shows every Levi’s Stadium fixture with dates and kickoff details.
Levi’s Stadium holds about 68,000 fans and opened in 2014 as the home of the San Francisco 49ers. The Bay Area is one of the most soccer-passionate markets in the United States with strong communities supporting clubs from Mexico, Central America, and Europe. Matches here will draw diverse and knowledgeable crowds.
Levi’s Stadium Group Stage and Knockout Fixtures in 2026
Group-stage matches at Levi’s Stadium begin in mid-June. Pacific Time kickoffs translate to late-afternoon and evening broadcasts on the East Coast. A 6 PM PT start at Levi’s means a 9 PM ET game, which is prime time for Eastern viewers.
The Bay Area weather in June and July runs mild with temperatures in the 65 to 80 degree Fahrenheit range during match windows. The natural grass field at Levi’s Stadium has been upgraded multiple times and provides a quality playing surface for World Cup play.
Getting to Levi’s Stadium From the Bay Area
Levi’s Stadium is connected to the VTA light rail system and the Caltrain commuter rail network. Fans from San Francisco can take Caltrain south toward Santa Clara. Fans from the East Bay can combine BART and VTA services. Driving is possible from multiple directions but match-day traffic on Highway 101 and 237 builds significantly.
Levi’s Stadium and World Cup Soccer in the Bay Area
Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara sits in the heart of Silicon Valley about 50 miles south of San Francisco. The venue holds about 68,500 fans and has hosted the Super Bowl and international soccer events. Its location between San Jose and San Francisco gives it access to two of the largest metro areas on the West Coast. The Bay Area has a large and diverse soccer-following population.
Getting to Levi’s Stadium from San Francisco requires either a car or a combination of BART train and shuttle. The VTA light rail also connects to the stadium from downtown San Jose. Fans staying in San Francisco should plan at least 90 minutes for transportation to the stadium on match days. June and July in the Bay Area bring mild temperatures that make evening outdoor events particularly enjoyable.
Hotels in Santa Clara, San Jose, and along the US-101 corridor offer the most convenient bases for fans attending multiple Bay Area matches. San Francisco is also accessible but adds commute time.