World Cup Philly updates: France reaches quarterfinals with 1-0 win over Paraguay

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Last updated: Saturday, July 4, 2026 11:58PM GMT
Paraguay, France fans gather ahead of Philly's final World Cup match
Paraguay, France fans gather ahead of Philly's final World Cup match
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PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- The United States kicked off its 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stage as it took on Bosnia-Herzegovina in the last round-of-32 match on Wednesday.

Mauricio Pochettino's side secured a 2-0 victory thanks to goals from Folarin Balogun and Malik Tillman, booking their place in the round of 16, where they will face Belgium on Monday night.

In Philadelphia, France defeated Paraguay 1-0 on Saturday to reach the quarterfinals. It was the final World Cup match in the city.

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Jun 11, 2026, 5:37 PM GMT

Philadelphia prepares for crowds as transit concerns and excitement grow

The excitement is building as the World Cup is set to kick off this week, but uncertainty remains about how traffic and transportation will handle the influx of visitors and fans arriving in the city.

At Girard Avenue and Poplar Street, conditions may seem calm at night, but residents say that changes dramatically during busy afternoon hours.

Philadelphia prepares for World Cup crowds as transit concerns and excitement grow

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Concerns center largely on traffic and public transportation regarding how it will manage increased demand.

"Frequency, cleanliness," said Kevin Herald of University City, pointing to key issues he hopes will be addressed.

SEPTA officials say they are prepared for the surge, anticipating transporting about 40,000 people by subway to the South Philadelphia stadium for each match. Some riders remain confident in the system's ability to scale up service.

"Phillies, Eagles, I've been through it all whenever the games are happening. SEPTA picks up frequency, so I'm not particularly worried about it," said Alex Styer of Wallingford.

Others, particularly those living near the stadium area, worry about the impact on daily commutes.

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"Many concerns, SEPTA isn't on time as it is, so I'm very concerned about going back and forth to work. We're packed in for Phillies games, so I'm 100% concerned," said Chyanne Bambra of South Philadelphia.

SEPTA has expanded staffing and services, adding more than 700 ambassadors to assist riders navigating the system, plus they've increased station cleaning efforts and scheduled frequent "wash downs."

Fans are already getting a preview of the atmosphere surrounding the tournament. At Subaru Park, a friendly match between Philadelphia Union II and Ivory Coast drew crowds eager for what's ahead.

"It's kind of like the pregame to the big event. I'm excited about the world stuff coming to our neighborhood, I live right next to the fan fest," said Pierre Peters of Brewerytown.

To help manage travel, Pennsylvania has launched a website, 511PA.com, offering updates on congestion and drive times during World Cup events. Additional service has also been added to the 32 and 48 bus routes, which provide access to Lemon Hill, where FIFA's free fan fest will take place. That area is already seeing congestion due to road closures.

"A little bit of traffic, a little bit of noise, everybody is still figuring it out. We'll see what happens when it starts," Peters said.

For now, many residents say they are taking a wait-and-see approach.

SEPTA officials say additional service will also be in place for the Fourth of July, as preparations continue.

The free fan fest is scheduled to open on Thursday at 2 p.m. for the first World Cup game.

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Jun 11, 2026, 5:37 PM GMT

16 stadiums are hosting matches across US

Matches for the 2026 World Cup are being held at 16 stadiums across the United States, Canada and Mexico. Many of the stadiums have been renamed by FIFA for the duration of the tournament because the companies that paid for the naming rights are not FIFA sponsors.

Arrowhead Stadium (called Kansas City Stadium by FIFA)

Capacity: 73,000 (FIFA says its listed figures are subject to change)

Location: Kansas City, Missouri

Matches: Argentina vs. Algeria (June 16), Ecuador vs. Curaao (June 20), Tunisia vs. Netherlands (June 25), Algeria vs. Austria (June 27), round of 16 (July 3), quarterfinal (July 11)

What to know: Opened in 1972, the stadium has been formally named GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium since 2021. The home of the NFL's Chiefs since 1972, it is 8.5 miles from downtown Kansas City, Missouri, and has no rail access. The Kansas City host committee announced $15 round trip shuttle buses on match days. The venue is adjacent to Kauffman Stadium, home of MLB's Kansas City Royals. Arrowhead was to have hosted the 2015 Super Bowl but the game was relocated after the failure to enact a sales-tax proposal that would have funded a rolling roof for the two venues. According to Guinness World Records, the stadium set a mark for the loudest outdoor sporting event crowd at 142.2 decibels for a Chiefs game against the New England Patriots on Sept. 29, 2014. The stadium also was home to MLS's Kansas City team from 1996 to 2007. The Chiefs intend to move in 2031 to a planned domed stadium to be built in Kansas City, Kansas, near the Kansas Speedway.

AT&T Stadium (Dallas Stadium)

Capacity: 94,000

Location: Arlington, Texas

Matches: Netherlands vs. Japan (June 14), England vs. Croatia (June 17), Argentina vs. Austria (June 22), Japan vs. Sweden (June 25), Jordan vs. Algeria (June 27), round of 32 (June 30 and July 3), round of 16 (July 6), semifinal (July 14).

What to know: The retractable-roof stadium, opened in 2009, is the home of the NFL's Dallas Cowboys and is known as Jerry's World after Cowboys owner Jerry Jones. It hosted the 2011 Super Bowl, the 2015 NCAA football championship and the 2014 NCAA basketball Final Four, which it will host again in 2030. An NFL record crowd of 105,121 attended a Cowboys game against the New York Giants on Sept. 20, 2009, and 108,713 were at the 2010 NBA All-Star Game. Four video screens are suspended 90 feet above the field, including two 160-by-72 feet screens facing the sidelines and two 53-by-30 feet displays that face the endlines. The stadium is about 20 miles from Dallas and adjacent to Globe Life Field, home of MLB's Texas Rangers, and Choctaw Stadium, the former Rangers' ballpark that was reconfigured for football when the Rangers moved to their new building in 2020. Grass was installed over the artificial turf. The nearest rail station, Trinity Railway Express' Centreport Station, is 8 miles from AT&T and will have free shuttle buses to the stadium on matchdays. The Cotton Bowl, about 19 miles east in Dallas, was a 1994 site.

Gillette Stadium (Boston Stadium)

Capacity: 65,000

Location: Foxborough, Massachusetts

Matches: Haiti vs. Scotland (June 13), Iraq vs. Norway (June 16), Scotland vs. Morocco (June 19), England vs. Ghana (June 23), Norway vs. France (June 26), round of 32 (June 29), quarterfinal (July 9)

What to Know: Located 29 miles southwest of Boston and 25 miles northeast of Providence, Rhode Island, the stadium opened in 2002 and is home of the NFL's New England Patriots and MLS's New England Revolution. It replaced adjacent Foxboro Stadium, a 1994 World Cup venue. Grass was installed over the artificial turf. Train service to the stadium by the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority is limited to the days of events and will cost $80 round trip on days of World Cup matches, up from $20 for NFL and MLS games. Bus service from Boston will cost $95 round trip on days of World Cup games.

Hard Rock Stadium (Miami Stadium)

Capacity: 65,000

Location: Miami Gardens, Florida

Matches: Saudi Arabia vs. Uruguay (June 15), Uruguay vs. Cape Verde (June 21), Brazil vs. Scotland (June 24), Colombia vs. Portugal (June 27), round of 32 (July 3), quarterfinal (July 11), third place (July 18)

What to know: Opened in 1987, the stadium is the home of the NFL's Miami Dolphins. It also hosted MLB's Miami Marlins when they started play in 1993 through 2011, before their move to a new ballpark near downtown Miami, and since 2019 has been the site of the Miami Open tennis tournament. Hard Rock is about 15 miles north of downtown Miami and 25 miles south of Fort Lauderdale and has no nearby rail service. FIFA has arranged free shuttles from the Brightline train's Aventura Station. A renovation that started in 2015 added a soccer-stadium-style roof protecting fans from rain. Hard Rock has hosted the Super Bowl six times, surpassed only by the eight of the Superdome in New Orleans, and the NCAA football championship twice, with a third game scheduled for 2030. The stadium hosted the 2024 Copa America final, which started 82 minutes late because of crowd trouble outside the venue.

Levi's Stadium (San Francisco Bay Area Stadium)

Capacity: 71,000

Location: Santa Clara, California

Matches: Qatar vs. Switzerland (June 13), Austria vs. Jordan (June 16), Turkey vs. Paraguay (June 19), Jordan vs. Algeria (June 22), Paraguay vs. Australia (June 25), round of 32 (July 1),

What to know: The stadium, opened in 2014. is home of the NFL's San Francisco 49ers and hosted the Super Bowl in 2016 and 2026, and also the 2019 NCAA college football championship. It is in Silicon Valley, home to many technology companies, about 43 miles south of San Francisco, and has regular Caltrain service. Levi's is the only U.S. site not assigned a match beyond the round of 32. Stanford Stadium, about 13 miles northwest, was a 1994 World Cup site.

Lincoln Financial Field (Philadelphia Stadium)

Capacity: 69,000

Location: Philadelphia

Matches: Ivory Coast vs. Ecuador (June 14), Brazil vs. Haiti (June 19), France vs. Iraq (June 22), Curaao vs. Ivory Coast (June 25), Croatia vs. Ghana (June 27), round of 16 (July 4)

What to know: Known as the Linc and opened in 2003, the stadium is home of the NFL's Philadelphia Eagles. It part of the South Philadelphia Sports Complex, a short SEPTA Metro ride from downtown, and adjacent to Citizens Bank Park, home of MLB's Phillies; Xfinity Mobile Arena, home of the NBA's 76ers and the NHL's Flyers; and Stateside Live!, a dining and entertainment complex. SEPTA charges $2.90 for service to the stadium and is providing free service when leaving after World Cup matches. The Linc replaced Veterans Stadium, the multipurpose home of the Phillies and Eagles. The round of 16 match will have a pregame ceremony marking the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.

Lumen Field (Seattle Stadium)

Capacity: 69,000

Location: Seattle

Matches: Belgium vs. Egypt (June 15), United States vs. Australia (June 19), Bosnia-Herzegovina vs. Qatar (June 24), Egypt vs. Iran (June 26), round of 32 (July 1), round of 16 (July 6)

What to know: Lumen Field, a short walk or Sound Transit Link light railway ride from downtown, opened in 2002. It is home of the NFL's Seahawks and MLS's Sounders. It is next to T-Mobile Park, home of MLB's Mariners. The NFL and MLB teams had shared the Kingdome. Grass was installed over the artificial turf.

Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta Stadium)

Capacity: 75,000

Location: Atlanta

Matches: Spain vs. Cape Verde (June 15), Czech Republic vs. South Africa (June 18), Spain vs. Saudi Arabia (June 21), Morocco vs. Haiti (June 24). Congo vs. Uzbekistan (June 27), round of 32 (July 1), round of 16 (July 7), semifinal (July 15).

What to know: Opened in 2017, the downtown retractable-roof venue is home to the NFL's Atlanta Falcons and MLS's Atlanta United. It hosted the Super Bowl in 2019 and is scheduled to again in 2028. The stadium also was site of NCAA football's college championship game in 2018 and 2025, and is schedule to host the NCAA basketball Final Four in 2031. Because of the cost, FIFA did not insist the Mercedes-Benz logo atop the stadium's roof be covered or removed. Mercedes-Benz is close to two MARTA subway stations.

MetLife Stadium (New York New Jersey Stadium)

Capacity: 82,500

Location: East Rutherford, New Jersey

Matches: Brazil vs Morocco (June 13), France vs Senegal (June 16), Norway vs. Senegal June (June 22), Ecuador vs. Germany (June 25), Panama vs. England (June 27), round of 32 (June 30), round of 16 (July 5), final (July 19).

What to know: Just across the Hudson River from Manhattan in the New Jersey swamplands, MetLife Stadium will be host to the World Cup final on July 19. The home of the New York Giants and New York Jets, it opened in 2010 and replaced next-door Giants Stadium, a 1994 World Cup venue. With its gray seats, it has been considered one of the uglier new NFL venues. It is surrounded by parking lots and adjacent to Meadowlands Racetrack and the American Dream Mall. There is limited transportation, with little pedestrian access and a train that runs only surrounding events. New York Jersey Transit is charging $98 round trip on days of World Cup matches, down from the originally announced $150 but up from $12.90 from days of other events at MetLife. The shuttle bus price from Manhattan, at first announced as $80, has been cut to $20. The stadium hosted the 2016 Copa America Centenario final. To accommodate the specified field dimensions, 1,740 seats in the corners were removed. They will be reinstalled before the NFL season.

NRG Stadium (Houston Stadium)

Capacity: 72,000

Location: Houston

Matches: Germany vs. Curaao (June 14), Portugal vs. Congo (June 17), Netherlands vs. Sweden (June 20), Portugal vs. Uzbekistan (June 23), Cape Verde vs. Saudi Arabia (June 26), round of 32 (June 29), round of 16 (July 4)

What to know: Opened in 2002, NRG has a retractable roof and is home of the NFL's Houston Texans, who moved from the Astrodome. Grass was installed over the artificial turf. The stadium is about 6 miles from downtown and is serviced by the METRORail. The stadium hosted the Super Bowl in 2004 and 2017, the NCAA football championship game in 2024 and the NCAA basketball Final Four in 2011, 2016 and 2023.

SoFi Stadium (Los Angeles Stadium)

Capacity: 70,000

Location: Inglewood, California

Matches: United States vs. Paraguay (June 12), Iran vs. New Zealand (June 15), Switzerland vs. Bosnia-Herzegovina (June 18), Belgium vs. Iran (June 21), Turkey vs. United States (June 25), round of 32 (June 28), round of 32 (July 2), quarterfinal (July 10)

What to know: Opened in 2020, SoFi was built on the site of Hollywood Race Course in a Los Angeles suburb near Los Angeles International Airport and is home of the NFL's Los Angeles Rams and Chargers. UNITE HERE Local 11, which represents food and beverage concessions workers at the stadium, is threatening to strike. While there is a roof, the sides are open to air. Grass was installed over the artificial turf. The stadium hosted the 2022 Super Bowl and the 2023 NCAA football championship. There is no adjacent rail but LA Metro is offering shuttle service on match days from the LAX/Metro Transit Center Station. FIFA is charging $250 per game for parking in a stadium garage listed as 0.62 miles from the venue, surging to $300 for some matches. The Rose Bowl, about 20 miles away in Pasadena, was site of the finals of the 1994 World Cup and the 1999 Women's World Cup.

Estadio Akron (Estadio Guadalajara)

Capacity: 48,000

Location: Guadalajara, Mexico

Matches: South Korea vs. Czech Republic (June 11), Mexico vs. South Korea (June 17), Colombia vs. Congo (June 23), Uruguay vs. Spain (June 26)

What to know: Opened in 2010, the stadium is home to Chivas, which inaugurated the venue with a friendly against Manchester United. The venue hosted the opening and closing ceremonies of the 2011 Pan American Games.

Estadio Azteca (Estadio Ciudad de México)

Capacity: 83,000

Location: Mexico City

Matches: Mexico vs. South Africa (June 11), Colombia vs. Uzbekistan (June 17), Mexico City vs. Czech Republic (June 24), round of 32 (June 30), round of 16 (July 6)

What to know: Site of this year's tournament opener, Azteca opened in 1966 and hosted World Cup finals in 1970 and 1986. Attendance for the final was 107,412 in 1970 and 114,600 in 1986 but capacity was reduced during a series of renovations. Formally known as Estadio Banorte. There is light rail service connecting to the Metro. Altitude is 7,200 feet, which presents a challenge for teams traveling from areas close to sea level. Club América and Cruz Azul are the stadium's current home teams and past home teams include Atlante, Atlético Español and Necaxa.

Estadio BBVA (Estadio Monterrey)

Capacity: 53,500

Location: Monterrey, Mexico

Matches: Tunisia vs. Sweden (June 14), Tunisia vs. Japan (June 20), South Korea vs. South Africa (June 24), round of 32 (June 29)

What to know: Opened in 2015, the stadium is the home of Monterrey. It is in one of the warmest areas hosting World Cup matches this year, with temperatures soaring past 90 degrees F (32 C). The stadium, which has a futuristic exterior resembling gills, has a view of the Cerro de la Silla mountain range.

BMO Field (Toronto Stadium)

Capacity: 45,000

Location: Toronto

Matches: Canada vs. Bosnia-Herzegovina (June 12), Ghana vs. Panama (June 17), Germany vs. Ivory Coast (June 20), Panama vs. Croatia (June 23), Senegal vs. Iraq (June 26), round of 32 (July 2)

What to know: Built on the site of Exhibition Stadium, former home to MLB's Toronto Blue Jays and the CFL's Toronto Argonauts, BMO opened in 2007 and is home of Toronto's MLS team and the Argonauts. Its capacity of 28,180 was expanded for the World Cup with temporary bleachers. The stadium can be reached by tram and train service.

B.C. Place (B.C. Place Vancouver)

Capacity: 54,000

Location: Vancouver, British Columbia

Matches: Australia vs. Turkey (June 13), Canada vs. Qatar (June 18), New Zealand vs. Egypt (June 21), Canada vs. Switzerland (June 24), Belgium vs. New Zealand (June 26), round of 32 (July 2), round of 16 (July 7)

What to know: Opened in 1983, B.C. is home of MLS's Whitecaps, who are threatening to move, and the CFL's BC Lions. A roof renovation that started in 2010 changed it from fixed to retractable. The stadium is downtown and has Skytrain service. Grass was installed over the artificial turf. Site of the 2015 Women's World Cup final, B.C. also hosted the opening and closing ceremonies of the 2010 Winter Olympics.

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Jun 09, 2026, 8:45 PM GMT

What to know about 9 teams competing in Philadelphia

Philadelphia is hosting six FIFA World Cup matches, including a Round of 16 match on July 4.

FILE - Ivory Coast players pose for a team photo ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinal soccer match between Egypt and Ivory Coast, in Agadir, Morocco, Jan. 10, 2026.
FILE - Ivory Coast players pose for a team photo ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinal soccer match between Egypt and Ivory Coast, in Agadir, Morocco, Jan. 10, 2026.

The games will be held at Lincoln Financial Field, which has been renamed "Philadelphia Stadium" for the international event.

FIFA has Team Base Camp (TBC) Training Sites established across the country, including two in our area. Ivory Coast will be training at Subaru Park in Chester, Pa., which is the home of the Philadelphia Union. Haiti will be based out of Stockton University in Galloway Township, New Jersey.

Here are some things to know about the dates, times and teams playing in the city, via ESPN:

A general view of Lincoln Financial Field as it is rebranded as Philadelphia Stadium, Wednesday, May 13, 2026, ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup soccer matches in Philadelphia.
A general view of Lincoln Financial Field as it is rebranded as Philadelphia Stadium, Wednesday, May 13, 2026, ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup soccer matches in Philadelphia.

Sunday, June 14, 2026

Ivory Coast vs. Ecuador (Group E) will be the first game in Philadelphia. The match begins at 7 p.m.

Group E consists of Germany, Curacao, Ivory Coast, Ecuador. This is a group with a strong, big-name favorite to qualify -- Germany -- two intriguing, easy to underrate teams in Ecuador and Ivory Coast, and a clear underdog in Curacao.

The 2014 winners, Germany, are looking to bounce back from their embarrassing group stage exits in 2018 and 2022.

Ivory Coast are back at the World Cup after a 12-year absence, and while this squad can't match that golden 2000s generation in terms of names, it looks to be a solid unit.

As for Curacao, they'll be expected to make up the numbers, but coach Dick Advocaat is vastly experienced, and they'll hope to pull off the odd upset.

ESPN's predicted order of finish: Germany, Ecuador, Ivory Coast, Curacao

Here's the full squad list for Ivory Coast and Ecuador.

Ecuador

Base camp:
Goalkeepers: Hernán Galíndez (Huracan), Moisés Ramírez (AE Kifisias), Gonzalo Valle (LDU Quito)

Defenders: Willian Pacho (Paris Saint-Germain), Piero Hincapié (Arsenal), Joel Ordóñez (Club Brugge), Félix Torres (Internacional), Pervis Estupiñán (AC Milan), Yaimar Medina (Racing Genk), Ángelo Preciado (Atlético Mineiro), Jackson Porozo (Club Tijuana)

Midfielders: Alan Minda (Atlético Mineiro), Moisés Caicedo (Chelsea), Jordy Alcivar (Independiente del Valle), Denil Castillo (FC Midtjylland), John Yeboah (Venezia), Alan Franco (Atlético Mineiro), Pedro Vite (Pumas UNAM), Kendry Páez (River Plate), Nilson Angulo (Sunderland), Gonzalo Plata (Flamengo)

Forwards: Kevin Rodríguez (Union St.-Gilloise), Anthony Valencia (Antwerp), Enner Valencia (Pachuca), Jordy Caicedo (Huracán), Jeremy Arévalo (VfB Stuttgart)

Manager: Sebastián Beccacece

FILE - Ecuador players pose for a team photo before a friendly soccer match between the Netherlands and Ecuador in Eindhoven, Netherlands, Tuesday, March 31, 2026.
FILE - Ecuador players pose for a team photo before a friendly soccer match between the Netherlands and Ecuador in Eindhoven, Netherlands, Tuesday, March 31, 2026.

Ivory Coast

Goalkeepers: Yahia Fofana (Rizespor), Mohamed Koné (Charleroi), Alban Lafont (Panathinaikos)

Defenders: Emmanuel Agbadou (Beikta), Clément Akpa (AJ Auxerre), Ousmane Diomande (Sporting CP), Guela Doué (Strasbourg), Ghislain Konan (Gil Vicente), Odilon Kossounou (Atalanta), Evan Ndicka (AS Roma), Wilfried Singo (Galatasaray)

Midfielders: Seko Fofana (Porto), Parfait Guiagon (Charleroi), Franck Kessié (Al Ahli), Christ Inao Oulaï (Trabzonspor), Ibrahim Sangaré (Nottingham Forest), Jean Michaël Seri (NK Maribor)

Forwards: Simon Adingra (AS Monaco), Ange-Yoan Bonny (Internazionale), Amad Diallo (Manchester United), Oumar Diakité (Cercle Brugge), Yan Diomande (RB Leipzig), Evann Guessand (Aston Villa), Nicolas Pépé (Villarreal), Bazoumana Touré (Hoffenheim), Elye Wahi (Nice)

Manager: Emerse Faé

FILE - Ivory Coast players pose for a team photo ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinal soccer match between Egypt and Ivory Coast, in Agadir, Morocco, Jan. 10, 2026.
FILE - Ivory Coast players pose for a team photo ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinal soccer match between Egypt and Ivory Coast, in Agadir, Morocco, Jan. 10, 2026.

Friday, June 19, 2026

Brazil vs. Haiti (Group C) will face off at 8:30 p.m.

Group C consists of Brazil, Morocco, Haiti, and Scotland. This is a group that Brazil should win, but Morocco are a dangerous second seed in this section, especially after their heroics at the 2022 World Cup when they became the first African nation to reach the semifinals.

ESPN's predicted order of finish: Brazil, Morocco, Scotland, Haiti.

Here's the full squad lists for Brazil and Haiti.

Brazil

Goalkeepers: Alisson Becker (Liverpool), Éderson (Fenerbahce), Weverton (Grmio)

Defenders: Alex Sandro (Flamengo), Bremer (Juventus), Danilo (Flamengo), Douglas Santos (Zenit St. Petersburg), Gabriel Magalhães (Arsenal), Léo Pereira (Flamengo), Marquinhos (Paris Saint-Germain), Roger Ibañez (Al Ahli), Wesley (AS Roma)

Midfielders: Bruno Guimarães (Newcastle United), Casemiro (Manchester United), Danilo Santos (Botafogo), Fabinho (Al Ittihad), Lucas Paquetá (Flamengo)

Forwards: Endrick (Lyon), Gabriel Martinelli (Arsenal), Igor Thiago (Brentford), Luiz Henrique (Zenit St. Petersburg), Matheus Cunha (Manchester United), Neymar (Santos), Raphinha (Barcelona), Rayan (Bournemouth), Vinícius Júnior (Real Madrid)

Manager: Carlo Ancelotti

Haiti

Goalkeepers: Johny Placide (Bastia), Alexandre Pierre (Sochaux), Josue Duverger (Cosmos Koblenz)

Defenders: Carlens Arcus (Angers), Wilguens Paugain (Zulte Waregem), Duke Lacroix (Colorado Springs Switchbacks), Martin Expérience (Nancy), Jean-Kevin Duverne (Gent), Ricardo Adé (LDU Quito), Hannes Delcroix (Lugano), Keeto Thermoncy (Young Boys)

Midfielders: Carl Fred Sainte (El Paso Locomotive), Leverton Pierre (Vizela), Danley Jean Jacques (Philadelphia Union), Jean-Ricner Bellegarde (Wolverhampton Wanderers), Woodensky Pierre (Violette), Dominique Simon (FC Tatran Presov)

Forwards: Don Deedson Louicius (FC Dallas), Josué Casimir (Auxerre), Derrick Etienne (Toronto FC), Ruben Providence (Almere), Duckens Nazon (Esteghlal), Frantzdy Pierrot (Caykur Rizespor), Wilson Isidor (Sunderland), Yassin Fortune (Vizela), Lenny Joseph (Ferencvaros)

Manager: Sebastien Migne

Haiti national soccer team players pose for a team picture at the start of an international friendly soccer match against New Zealand, June 2, 2026, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
Haiti national soccer team players pose for a team picture at the start of an international friendly soccer match against New Zealand, June 2, 2026, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.

Monday, June 22, 2026

France will take on Iraq (Group I) at 5 p.m.

Group I consists of France, Senegal, Iraq, Norway.

After not reaching a final in the first 15 World Cups, France have appeared in four of the last seven, including the last two.

Runners-up last time out in Qatar, a France side with star Kylian Mbappé, Désiré Doué, Ousmane Dembélé and Michael Olise in attack will be aiming to go one step better than four years ago.

Iraq, nicknamed the Lions of Mesopotamia, are back at the World Cup for the first time in four decades. Placed in a tough group, Iraq head coach Graham Arnold will do his best to instill belief, but realistically, 2026 is a platform to build toward next year's AFC Asian Cup and beyond.

ESPN's predicted order of finish: France, Senegal, Norway, Iraq.

France

Goalkeepers: Mike Maignan (AC Milan), Robin Risser (Lens), Brice Samba (Rennes)

Defenders: Lucas Digne (Aston Villa), Malo Gusto (Chelsea), Lucas Hernández (Paris Saint-Germain), Theo Hernández (Al Hilal), Ibrahima Konaté (Liverpool), Jules Koundé (Barcelona), Maxence Lacroix (Crystal Palace), William Saliba (Arsenal), Dayot Upamecano (Bayern Munich)

Midfielders: N'Golo Kanté (Fenerbahe), Manu Koné (AS Roma), Adrien Rabiot (AC Milan), Aurélien Tchouaméni (Real Madrid), Warren Zaïre-Emery (Paris Saint-Germain)

Forwards: Maghnes Akliouche (AS Monaco), Bradley Barcola (Paris Saint-Germain), Rayan Cherki (Manchester City), Ousmane Dembélé (Paris Saint-Germain), Désiré Doué (Paris Saint-Germain), Jean-Philippe Mateta (Crystal Palace), Kylian Mbappé (Real Madrid), Michael Olise (Bayern Munich), Marcus Thuram (Internazionale)

Manager: Didier Deschamps

Iraq

Goalkeepers: Fahad Talib (Al-Talaba), Jalal Hassan (Al-Zawraa), Ahmed Basil (Al-Shorta)

Defenders: Hussein Ali (Pogo Szczecin), Manaf Younis (Al-Shorta), Zaid Tahseen (Pakhtakor), Rebin Sulaka (Port FC), Akam Hashem (Al-Zawraa), Merchas Doski (Viktoria Plze), Ahmed Yahya (Al-Shorta), Zaid Ismail (Al-Talaba), Frans Putros (Port FC), Mustafa Saadoon (Al-Shorta)

Midfielders: Amir Al-Ammari (Cracovia), Kevin Yakob (AGF Aarhus), Zidane Iqbal (FC Utrecht), Aimar Sher (Sarpsborg 08), Ibrahim Bayesh (Al-Riyadh), Ahmed Qasim (Elfsborg), Youssef Amyn (Eintracht Braunschweig), Marko Farji (Strmsgodset)

Forwards: Ali Jasim (Como), Ali Al-Hamadi (Ipswich Town), Ali Yousef (Al-Shorta), Aymen Hussein (Al-Khor), Mohanad Ali (Al-Shorta)

Manager: Graham Arnold

FILE - Iraq players pose for a team photo prior to the World Cup playoff final soccer match between Iraq and Bolivia in Monterrey, Mexico, Tuesday, March 31, 2026.
FILE - Iraq players pose for a team photo prior to the World Cup playoff final soccer match between Iraq and Bolivia in Monterrey, Mexico, Tuesday, March 31, 2026.

Thursday, June 25, 2026

Curacao will take on Ivory Coast (Group E) at 4 p.m.

With a population of just 156,000, Curacao became the smallest nation ever to qualify for the World Cup, taking advantage of the absence in qualification of three of CONCACAF's traditional giants.

The majority of Curacao's players were born in the Netherlands and they were led in qualification by legendary Dutch coach Dick Advocaat. The former Netherlands and PSV Eindhoven coach, who is 78 years old, is set to become the oldest coach ever to manage at a World Cup. Advocaat stepped down from the role in February for family reasons but returned on May 12, just 30 days before the start of the tournament.

Curacao will have their work cut out in Group E, but whatever happens, it will be a special time to be on the island.

Here's the full squad list for Curacao:

Curacao

Goalkeepers: Eloy Room (Miami FC), Tyrick Bodak (Telstar), Trevor Doornbusch (VVV Venlo)

Defenders: Riechedly Bazoer (Konyaspor), Joshua Brenet (Kayserispor), Roshon van Eijma (RKC Waalwijk), Sherel Floranus (PEC Zwolle), Deveron Fonville (NEC Nijmegen), Jurien Gaari (Abha), Armando Obispo (PSV Eindhoven), Shurandy Sambo (Sparta Rotterdam)

Midfielders: Juninho Bacuna (Volendam), Leandro Bacuna (Igdir), Livano Comenencia (Zurich), Kevin Felida (Den Bosch), Ar'jany Martha (Rotherham United), Tyrese Noslin (Telstar), Godfried Roemeratoe (RKC Waalwijk)

Forwards: Jeremy Antonisse (Kifisia), Tahith Chong (Sheffield United), Kenji Gorre (Maccabi Haifa), Sontje Hansen (Middlesbrough), Gervane Kastaneer (Terengganu), Brandley Kuwas (Volendam), Jurgen Locadia (Miami FC), Jearl Margaritha (Beveren)

Manager: Dick Advocaat

FILE - Curacao players pose for a team photo ahead of their international soccer friendly against Australia in Melbourne, Australia, Tuesday, March 31, 2026.
FILE - Curacao players pose for a team photo ahead of their international soccer friendly against Australia in Melbourne, Australia, Tuesday, March 31, 2026.

Saturday, June 27, 2026

Croatia will take on Ghana (Group L) at 5:00 p.m.

Group L consists of England, Croatia, Ghana, Panama.

With the wealth of talent at England's disposal, and having reached the finals of the past two European Championships, anything less than a deep run would be seen as a big disappointment.

Croatia have won two bronze medals and one silver at World Cup finals, despite only playing in six tournaments. A deep run is perhaps beyond Croatia's reach this time around, as their legendary core of players has aged or retired, but they'll still expect to reach the knockout phase.

Ghana are better than their FIFA ranking suggests, but still on the comeback trail after missing the most recent AFCON. The late appointment of Carlos Queiroz -- replacing Otto Addo -- could go either way, although they remain an outside bet for the knockouts.

Panama will aim to sneak into third in the group and put themselves in the running for a place in the knockouts.

ESPN's predicted order of finish: England, Croatia, Ghana, Panama.

Here's the full squad list for Croatia and Ghana.

Croatia

Goalkeepers: Dominik Livakovic (Dinamo Zagreb), Dominik Kotarski (Kobenhavn), Ivor Pandur (Hull City)

Defenders: Josko Gvardiol (Manchester City), Duje Caleta-Car (Real Sociedad), Josip Sutalo (Ajax), Josip Stanisic (Bayern Munich), Marin Pongracic (Fiorentina), Martin Erlic (Midtjylland), Luka Vuskovic (Hamburg)

Midfielders: Luka Modric (AC Milan), Mateo Kovacic (Manchester City), Mario Pasalic (Atalanta), Nikola Vlasic (Torino), Luka Sucic (Real Sociedad), Martin Baturina (Como), Kristijan Jakic (Augsburg), Petar Sucic (Inter Milan), Nikola Moro (Bologna), Toni Fruk (Rijeka)

Forwards: Ivan Perisic (PSV Eindhoven), Andrej Kramaric (Hoffenheim), Ante Budimir (Osasuna), Marco Pasalic (Orlando City), Petar Musa (FC Dallas), Igor Matanovic (Freiburg)

Manager: Zlatko Dalic

FILE - Croatia players pose for a team photo before a World Cup 2026 group L qualifying soccer match between Croatia and Faroe Islands in Rijeka, Croatia, Friday, Nov. 14, 2025.
FILE - Croatia players pose for a team photo before a World Cup 2026 group L qualifying soccer match between Croatia and Faroe Islands in Rijeka, Croatia, Friday, Nov. 14, 2025.

Ghana

Goalkeepers: Benjamin Asare (Accra Hearts of Oak SC), Lawrence Ati-Zigi (St Gallen), Joseph Anang (St Patrick's Athletic)

Defenders: Baba Abdul Rahman (PAOK Salonika), Gideon Mensah (AJ Auxerre), Marvin Senaya (AJ Auxerre), Alidu Seidu (Stade Rennais), Abdul Mumin (Rayo Vallecano), Jerome Opoku (Istanbul Basaksehir), Jonas Adjetey (VfL Wolfsburg), Kojo Oppong Peprah (Nice), Derrick Luckassen (Pafos)

Midfielders: Elisha Owusu (AJ Auxerre), Thomas Partey (Villarreal), Kwasi Sibo (Real Oviedo), Augustine Boakye (Saint-Étienne), Caleb Yirenkyi (FC Nordsjlland), Abdul Fatawu Issahaku (Leicester City)

Forwards: Kamal Deen Sulemana (Atalanta), Christopher Bonsu Baah (Al Qadsiah), Ernest Nuamah (Lyon), Antoine Semenyo (Manchester City), Brandon Thomas-Asante (Coventry City), Prince Kwabena Adu (Viktoria Plzen), Iñaki Williams (Athletic Club), Jordan Ayew (Leicester City)

Manager: Carlos Queiroz

FILE - Ghana players poses for team photo prior to the start of the international friendly soccer match between Japan and Ghana in Toyota, central Japan Friday, Nov. 14, 2025.
FILE - Ghana players poses for team photo prior to the start of the international friendly soccer match between Japan and Ghana in Toyota, central Japan Friday, Nov. 14, 2025.

Saturday, July 4, 2026

Round of 16 match 2 at 5 p.m. ET.

The teams playing in the Round of 16 game in Philadelphia will be determined by the results of the Group Play stage.

Visit this page at ESPN.com for more on the format, groups and match schedule.

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Parking, transit and security info

City leaders in Philadelphia have outlined plans for security, transportation and fan experiences for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Officials said that preparations are focused on moving large crowds efficiently and keeping visitors safe.

The city is coordinating transportation to both the stadium and a fan festival at Lemon Hill in Fairmount Park, while also planning for emergency scenarios.

SEPTA officials say transit service will expand to accommodate the influx of visitors. The agency is increasing bus service to Lemon Hill and reopening underground connections between City Hall and Walnut-Locust Station that have been closed for six years.

"I want to stress this is not just to accommodate the World Cup, this is a permanent reopening of our South Broad concourse," said SEPTA's Scott Sauer.

To help fans navigate the city and manage heat during the summer matches, Philadelphia Parks and Recreation will open hospitality hubs at Love Park, Logan Square, Eakins Oval and Lloyd Hall. The sites are intended to provide restrooms, water and shaded areas.

"We wanted to make sure that they were convenient locations for them to stop and use the restroom. Get some water, get some sun[screen], get some shade, so we strategically planted these hubs on the parkway," said Parks and Recreation Commissioner Susan Slawson.

Philadelphia leaders say the goal is to ensure fans can travel safely, stay informed and enjoy the World Cup experience across the city.

The following is a list of details about FIFA World Cup plans and the FIFA Fan Festival as released by the City of Philadelphia:

Fan Festival Details

Philadelphia's FIFA Fan Festival will deliver a visitor experience unlike any other in the United States in 2026. Fueled by the energy of America's 250th anniversary in the birthplace of our nation, the festival will celebrate community, culture, music, and sport while welcoming the world to an iconic global destination.

Participation in the festival is free, but online registration is required.

As the heart of Philadelphia's World Cup celebration, the Fan Festival will feature match-day watch parties, food and beverage offerings, world-class entertainment, and interactive activations, while select non-match days will include ticketed concert experiences.

Full details can be found on the Philadelphia Soccer 2026 website.

Registration

Not only is the FIFA Fan Festival Philadelphia open to all, it is free to enter for all, with only a simple registration needed before entering through the gates.

REGISTER HERE

Please note: Access each day is first come, first served and subject to venue capacity.

Location

East Fairmount Park's Lemon Hill

1 Lemon Hill Drive

Philadelphia, PA 19130

To enter the festival grounds, go to one of the following secured entry points:

Kelly Drive and Sedgley Drive

Poplar Drive and Girard Avenue

Hours of Operation

June 11-July 19, 2026

FIFA Fan Festival Philadelphia will run throughout the entire 39-day tournament. On match days, the schedule will follow the FIFA World Cup 2026 daily match schedule and will open one hour prior to the start of the first match shown and close one hour after the conclusion of the last match that will be shown. On non-match days, operating hours will be determined by the entertainment and programming schedule.

Review full operating hours at PhillyFWC26.com/FIFA-Fan-Fest

Security

All guests must go through a security check upon entering FIFA Fan Festival, including magnetometers and bag checks.

Guests are encouraged to review the prohibited items list at PhillyFWC26.com/FIFA-Fan-Fest.

Any items that are prohibited will be confiscated and disposed.

Accessibility Options

-Accessible public transport services are available for guests with disabilities arriving or leaving the venue.

-Charging for motorized wheelchair or other medical equipment can be made available at a location to be advised by the staff at the site.

-Accessible toilets, including one accessible adult changing facility

-Sensory room

-Accessible golf cart for mobility assistance on designated routes within the venue

-Wheelchairs available for short-term assistance for persons with mobility difficulties

-New sidewalks and ADA-accessible ramps in Lemon Hill Park

-Designated service animals (e.g. assistance dogs) accompanying visitors with disabilities will be allowed into the site.

-Please note: "Comfort," "therapy," or "emotional support" animals do not qualify as Service Animals and are not permitted.

-Minimum Age: All families are welcome. There is no minimum age to attend the FIFA Fan Festival; however, anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Road Closures Surrounding FIFA FanFestival Philadelphia

There will be two main road closure areas between Center City and Lemon Hill, near Fan Festival and the Benjamin Franklin Parkway.

The local lanes of the Benjamin Franklin Parkway will be closed to vehicular traffic from Memorial Day, May 25, to Labor Day, September 7, with the exception of the July 4th Concert festivities.

This local lane closure will provide greater accessibility for pedestrians and cyclists and will encourage people to walk and bike between Center City and Lemon Hill.

For the Philadelphia FIFA Fan Festival, the following streets will be closed beginning at 6 a.m. on Tuesday, May 26 for the duration of the festival:

-Sedgley Drive from Kelly Drive to Poplar Drive

-Poplar Street from Poplar Drive to 30th Street (Local Access Maintained)

-Poplar Street from 29th Street to 30th Street (Westbound Only; Local Access Maintained)

-Poplar Drive from Sedgley Drive to Girard Avenue

-Sedgley Drive from Girard Avenue to Lemon Hill Drive

-Lemon Hill Drive & N. Lemon Hill Drive (Loop Road)

The above-listed streets will be posted as "Temporary No Parking" zones, with parking restricted after 5 a.m. on May 26, 2026. Motorists must adhere to "Temporary No Parking" signs.

These roads will remain closed for the duration of the Fan Festival and will be reopened to vehicular traffic by 8 p.m. on July 26, 2026.

Beginning on June 11 through July 19, Waterworks Drive will be closed at 10 a.m. each day for the duration of the Fan Festival, with controlled access for Waterworks and Philadelphia Museum of Art. Waterworks Drive will be available for general parking each morning until 9 a.m.

Vehicles parked in these locations during posted hours will be relocated. If you believe your car has been relocated, call the police district of the area where your car was parked.

Note: Additional closures may be implemented by the Philadelphia Police Department based on conditions in the interest of public safety.

Getting to FIFA FanFestival Philadelphia

Philly PHLASH

The Philly PHLASH is serving FIFA FanFestival this summer. Riders can take the PHLASH to Stop 9, FIFA Fan Festival on the PHLASH Downtown Loop. Located at Pennsylvania Avenue and Fairmount Avenue, the FIFA Fan Festival Stop is located 0.4 miles from the entrance to Philadelphia's FIFA FanFestival at Lemon Hill.

PHLASH runs from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily from Memorial Day to Labor Day. The PHLASH Downtown Loop will operate extended service on days when Fan Fest operates beyond 6 p.m. Visit ridephillyphlash.com for the full operating schedule and real time ride tracking. Visitors can find PHLASH service on Google Maps, Apple Maps, and all major transit feeds.

Travel aboard PHLASH is free for SEPTA Pass Holders, Seniors, and Children Under 4. All other riders can ride all day for $5 or purchase a family pass for $15 for 2 adults and up to 4 children to ride all day.

SEPTA

Philadelphia's mass transit system, SEPTA, offers two subway lines, regional rail service to and from the surrounding suburbs, and bus service throughout the city.

Enhanced Bus Service & Detours in Fairmount:

Beginning June 14, SEPTA bus route 32 will become a frequent route on weekdays only with 15 minute or less service from 6 am - 9 pm.

Additionally, bus route 48 will add extra service in the evenings and provide direct service to a central drop-off and pick-up point at Pennsylvania Avenue & Fairmount Avenue, close to the festival location.

Additionally, bus routes 7 and 49 provide service to Fairmount, with stops within walking distance of the FIFA FanFestival Philadelphia entrance.

SEPTA will also deploy articulated vehicles along with additional buses stationed nearby for rapid deployment as needed to meet peak demand from the festival.

Visit SEPTA's 2026 World Cup website for full details on transit options. For information on NJ Transit routes and schedules, visit NJTransit.com. For information on PATCO routes and schedules, visit RidePatco.org.

Ride Hailing

Ride hailing services will have limited access near FIFA Fan Festival Philadelphia during operating hours due to temporary traffic controls and rideshare restrictions in and around the event footprint. Designated pick-up and drop-off locations will be situated outside the immediate Fan Festival area and may require additional walking time for riders.

Geofence exceptions will be available for riders who require a wheelchair accessible vehicle (WAV) or disclose a mobility issue to their driver.

Residents and visitors should expect modified traffic patterns, adjusted rideshare access zones, and limited vehicle access in certain surrounding areas.

Guests are strongly encouraged to use public transportation, SEPTA, walking, biking, or other alternative transportation options whenever possible. The city is continuing to refine operational details in coordination with community feedback. Final restrictions and maps will be shared on the 2026 Digital Resource Hub.

Cyclists and Pedestrians

FIFA FanFestival Philadelphia is easily accessible via cycling and walking. Sidewalks and walking paths will remain open for pedestrians as conditions allow; however, please follow all posted signs, detours, and traffic control devices.

The Schuylkill River Trail will be open and accessible across the street from the Fan Festival adjacent to Boat House Row.
There will be bike parking available at Lloyd Hall and near the Indego Station Hub at Fan Festival.

RideIndego is an accessible and affordable way to get to and from FIFA FanFestival. There will be an Indego Station Hub with temporary capacity for 100 bikes at Fan Festival at Kelly Drive and Sedgely Drive in addition to regular docking stations conveniently located throughout the City, including along Kelly Drive and the Parkway.

Download the official Indego App to check real-time bike and dock availability at any station. Visit the Google Play or Apple App Store and look for the official Indego App.

Parking

FIFA Fan Festival Philadelphia is a primarily pedestrian- and transit-accessed event. Parking options are available throughout Philadelphia for those who plan to "park and ride" or "park and walk" to the event.

Hospitality Hubs

Philadelphia Parks and Recreation will be staffing hospitality hubs, including two pop-up visitor centers in partnership with the Philadelphia Visitor Center. These hubs will be along the recommended walking path from Center City to FIFA FanFestival Philadelphia at Lemon Hill. The walking path will guide visitors past the following locations:

-City Hall

-Love Park

-Benjamin Franklin Parkway

-Logan Circle

-Eakins Oval

-Lloyd Hall

The hospitality hubs will be open daily throughout the 39-day tournament and have the following free amenities:

-Water

-Restrooms

-Visitor information

-Maps

Exact locations of the hospitality hubs and hours of operation will be available at a later date.

Residential Parking Updates

There is no designated private vehicle parking available for those attending FIFA FanFestival Philadelphia at Lemon Hill. The Philadelphia Parking Authority is implementing temporary parking measures to help protect residential access and local parking availability during the tournament.

From Thursday, June 11 through Sunday, July 19, 2026, temporary residential parking permits will be required at no cost for all vehicles parked on the street within the Lemon Hill area. The interactive map highlights the permit zone boundaries and streets where the temporary permits are required.

Residents in this area can apply for the temporary residential parking permit online by visiting philapark.org/lemonhill/, in person by visiting the PPA Permit Office located at35 N. 8th Street, or by attending local events with a PPA table for assisted registration.

Business owners also need to register and will be provided with 10 guest passes each for employees and patrons.

NOTE: Current permit holders are not exempt. Your vehicle must have a temporary permit to avoid being ticketed and towed.

Additional Information for Residents

Residents can find the most up to date information by visiting the 2026 Digital Resource Hub. It is a one stop shop for helpful resources, major event details, transportation information, and public safety guides. Visit phila.gov/2026 to be connected to the latest information.

Residents can also stay connected to important information from the City, like weather and event-related details by texting "CUPPHL" to 888-777 to receive free alerts from the Office of Emergency Management.

Discover 2026 celebrations, festivals, and more fun things to do across the city all summer long by downloading the Access Philly mobile app, available on iOS and Google Play.

Email fanfest2026@phila.gov with any additional questions.

Philadelphia Stadium Details

Location

Philadelphia Stadium

One Lincoln Financial Field Way

Philadelphia, PA 19148

Match Schedule & Timing

Philadelphia will host six (6) matches for FIFA World Cup 2026, including a Round of 16 match on July 4, 2026, when Philadelphia will be the epicenter of 250th Anniversary Celebration of the United States.

Philadelphia's full match schedule is as follows:

-Match 9 - Sunday, 14 June 2026 at 7:00 PM ET, Cte d'Ivoire vs Ecuador (Group E)

-Match 29 - Friday, 19 June 2026 at 8:30 PM ET, Brazil vs Haiti (Group C)

-Match 42 - Monday, 22 June 2026 at 5:00 PM ET, France vs Iraq (Group I)

-Match 55 - Thursday, 25 June, 2026 at 4:00 PM ET, Curaao vs Cte d'Ivoire (Group E)

-Match 68 - Saturday, 27 June 2026 at 5:00 PM ET, Croatia vs Ghana (Group L)

-Match 89 - Saturday, 4 July 2026 at 5:00 PM ET, Round of 16

Philadelphia Stadium's gates open three hours before kickoff to allow fans enough time to enter the venue and get settled. Parking will be open to fans five hours before kickoff. We encourage fans to arrive early to allow enough time for security screening, ticket scanning, and entry before kickoff.

Ticketing

Ticketing information for all FIFA World Cup 2026 matches is available at FIFA.com/tickets.

Fan Safety & Support

Leaving and then re-entering the stadium is not allowed, and smoking and vaping is strictly prohibited. Rules like these are included in the stadium policies, available on the FIFA website.

For the safety of fans, FIFA and the stadium have a list of prohibited items which includes but is not limited to: weapons, explosives, detonators, work tools, helmets, lighters, matches, smoke bombs, spray cans, etc. Anyone found to be carrying a prohibited item may be refused entry to the stadium. A full list of prohibited items is available on the FIFA website.

Fan Experience Surrounding Philadelphia Stadium

Stateside Live! Match Day Experiences

Philadelphia Soccer 2026 and Stateside Live! have launched a collection of match day experiences tailored for individual fans, families, visiting supporter groups, and everyone in between who will be attending matches at Philadelphia Stadium. Tickets are available for purchase at StatesideLive.com/Soccer-2026.

Following the conclusion of matches hosted at Philadelphia Stadium, Stateside Live! will re-open to the general public.

FIFA Fan Experience Zones

Arrive early and experience the action before the match starts. The Stadium Fan Experience area is located on the north side of the stadium, inside entrance N and NW. Enjoy fun activities, hang out with other fans, and win free prizes.

Getting to Philadelphia Stadium

Parking

Parking passes for lots surrounding Philadelphia Stadium are available to purchase for match ticket holders via FIFA. Only one parking pass may be purchased per ticket, and a valid match ticket is required to complete the purchase.

All FIFA World Cup parking passes must be purchased in advance. Purchase is available at JustPark event parking.

SEPTA

Philadelphia's mass transit system, SEPTA, offers two subway lines, regional rail service to and from the surrounding suburbs, and bus service throughout the city.

SEPTA's B (Broad Street Line) provides convenient service to the South Philadelphia Sports Complex via NRG Station. SEPTA will operate regularly scheduled service along with Sports Express trains every 10 minutes or less.

Philadelphia Soccer 2026 has partnered with Airbnb to provide complimentary rides home on SEPTA's B after all six FIFA World Cup matches in Philadelphia. The free-ride-home program is designed to expand access to safe, reliable transportation and help ensure all fans can fully participate in the FIFA World Cup experience.

Complimentary rides home from NRG Station for FIFA World Cup 2026 matches will begin at halftime and continue for two (2) hours following the end of the match. Regular fares will apply for all travel to the matches.

Visit SEPTA's 2026 World Cup website for full details on transit options. For information on NJ Transit routes and schedules, visit NJTransit.com. For information on PATCO routes and schedules, visit RidePatco.org.

Ride Hailing

Ride hailing services will have limited access near Philadelphia Stadium on match days due to temporary traffic controls and rideshare restrictions in and around the event footprint. The designated pick-up and drop-off locations will be at FDR Park. Geofence exceptions will be available for riders who require a wheelchair accessible vehicle (WAV) or disclose a mobility issue to their driver.

Cyclists and Pedestrians

Philadelphia Stadium is also accessible via cycling and walking. Sidewalks and walking paths will remain open for pedestrians as conditions allow; however, please follow all posted signs, detours, and traffic control devices.

RideIndego is an accessible and affordable way to get to and from FIFA FanFestival. There will be an Indego Station Hub with temporary capacity for 100 bikes at Fan Festival at Kelly Drive and Sedgely Drive in addition to regular docking stations conveniently located throughout the City, including along Kelly Drive and the Parkway. Download the official Indego App to check real-time bike and dock availability at any station. Visit the Google Play or Apple App Store and look for the official Indego App.

Citywide Wayfinding & Navigation

Wayfinding Signage

To help residents and visitors navigate Philadelphia throughout FIFA World Cup 2026 and FIFA Fan Festival Philadelphia, the City of Philadelphia and Philadelphia Soccer 2026 are implementing a comprehensive, citywide wayfinding program designed to improve mobility, accessibility, and the overall visitor experience.

More than 100 temporary wayfinding signs will be installed throughout Center City, along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, near transit hubs, and throughout key visitor corridors leading to FIFA Fan Festival Philadelphia at Lemon Hill and Philadelphia Stadium. The signage system will provide directional guidance for pedestrians and cyclists and help connect visitors to transit options, hospitality hubs, cultural destinations, and event venues across the city.

Volunteers & Visitor Support

Thousands of volunteers will help welcome the world to Philadelphia during FIFA World Cup 2026. FIFA Volunteers and the Philadelphia Visitor Center's Phambassadors will support residents and visitors throughout the city during the tournament.

Volunteers will be stationed at key locations across Philadelphia, including transit hubs, major attractions, hospitality centers, FIFA Fan Festival Philadelphia, and along primary pedestrian routes. Volunteers will assist visitors with directions, event information, transportation guidance, language support, and more. The Phambassadors will play a key role in helping visitors navigate the city while showcasing Philadelphia's hospitality and civic pride.

Safety & Event Contact Information

Who to call or where to go with questions or concerns:

-Medical, police, or fire emergencies: call 9-1-1.

-Find a police district. Follow Philadelphia Police on X.

-Have a medical emergency? Find fire stations. Follow Philadelphia Fire on Xn X.

-For non-emergency and city service information: contact Philly311 by dialing 3-1-1

-Philadelphia International Airport's playbook for visitors travelling through PHL.

-SEPTA transit police safety and security: call (215) 234-1911.

-Need some nature, looking for some shade, or a place to cool off? Visit Parks & Recreation's location finder for parks, recreation centers, pools, and spraygrounds.

-Find your way around Philadelphia with maps and directions.