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San Francisco FIFA World Cup 2026: Ticket Guide, Teams, Schedule, and Best Seats

The San Francisco Bay Area will be a prime location for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, hosting six matches including one from the Round of 32. Known locally as Levi's Stadium, this venue has a history of big events, having held its first Super Bowl a decade ago and welcomed music icons like Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran.

If you want to witness world-class soccer amid sunny skies and ocean breezes, San Francisco is an ideal spot. Here’s what you need to know about securing tickets, the schedule, and the teams set to play there.

How to Buy Tickets for San Francisco Matches

Tickets are officially sold through FIFA, which has conducted several lottery draws for fans worldwide. Those eager to catch games in San Francisco should sign up for updates and ticket info on FIFA’s official channels.

You can also explore ticket options on StubHub, where listings allow filtering by city and match. Just keep in mind that tickets purchased through third parties may not be FIFA-verified and could be priced above face value.

Check StubHub for current prices and seats at Levi's Stadium

Match Schedule at Levi’s Stadium

The exact matchups are still to be finalized, but the dates and rounds are set:

Teams and Groups Overview

The tournament divides participating nations into groups; here is how they line up for the 2026 World Cup:

  • Group A: Mexico, South Africa, South Korea, Czechia
  • Group B: Canada, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Qatar, Switzerland
  • Group C: Brazil, Morocco, Haiti, Scotland
  • Group D: USA, Paraguay, Australia, Turkey
  • Group E: Germany, Curaçao, Côte d'Ivoire, Ecuador
  • Group F: Netherlands, Japan, Sweden, Tunisia
  • Group G: Belgium, Egypt, Iran, New Zealand
  • Group H: Spain, Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia, Uruguay
  • Group I: France, Senegal, Iraq, Norway
  • Group J: Argentina, Algeria, Austria, Japan
  • Group K: Portugal, DR Congo, Uzbekistan, Colombia
  • Group L: England, Croatia, Ghana, Panama

Levi's Stadium Seating

For those planning to attend, the stadium offers various seating options suited for all kinds of fans. You can find detailed seating charts via Ticketmaster to pick your preferred views ahead of time.

The 2026 World Cup in San Francisco promises to be a highlight, blending top-tier soccer with the region's vibrant culture and weather. If you’re aiming to be there, starting early on ticket purchases might save you some trouble later.

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