Get ready, football fans—what world cup games will be in Philadelphia? AtiGoal is here to map out all the matches Philly will host during the FIFA World Cup 2026 at Lincoln Financial Field (temporarily renamed Philadelphia Stadium for the tournament). Below is everything you need to know: dates, importance, and the drama ahead.
Philadelphia World Cup match overview
Philadelphia is one of the 16 host cities in the U.S. for FIFA World Cup 26, which runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026. Philadelphia will host six matches in total: five group stage games and one Round of 16 clash.
Lincoln Financial Field in South Philadelphia (called Philadelphia Stadium during the Cup) will be the venue for all of these.
Key dates for Philadelphia matches
Here’s when Philly will see the action:
| Type of Match | Date | Match Number / Round |
| First group stage match | June 14, 2026 | Match No No. 9 |
| Second group match | June 19, 2026 | Match No. 29 |
| Third group match | June 22, 2026 | “Group I” type match at Philly Stadium |
| Fourth group match | June 25, 2026 | Another group stage fixture |
| Fifth group match | June 27, 2026 | Final group stage match in Philadelphia |
| Round of 16 match | July 4, 2026 | Philadelphia hosts a Round of 16 game — not just any date: this is also America50th Birthday. |
Why these matches matter
- Geographical & symbolic significance: Philadelphia is a historic epicenter in the U.S., and the July 4 match adds extra weight.
- High volume of matches: Having five group stage games means a ton of different teams will pass through Philly — different styles, fans, and energy.
- Knockout stakes: The Round of 16 match will be a knockout round — “win or go home” territory.
Venue & fan info
- Stadium: Lincoln Financial Field (69,000-capacity approx.), renamed Philadelphia Stadium for the duration of FIFA’s policy on stadium naming rights.
- Fan festival: A Fan Festival is expected in Lemon Hill in East Fairmount Park to allow fans without match tickets to soak in the World Cup atmosphere.
- Tickets: As with all World Cup sites, tickets will be in high demand. Early registration / lotteries / draws for ticket opportunities will be key.
What we don’t yet know
- Which specific teams will play in each of those five group stage games in Philadelphia. The draw that assigns teams to specific slots is still pending.
- Exact kickoff times, TV schedules, and more detailed logistics (transit, fan zones, safety) are still being finalized.
- Prices and ticket allocations per match in Philadelphia are not fully released yet — demand will be high.
Conclusion
So that’s the breakdown of what world cup games will be in Philadelphia: six matches in total at Lincoln Financial Field — five group stage matches between June 14 and June 27, 2026, plus a high-stakes Round of 16 match on July 4. AtiGoal will keep you updated when team assignments, kickoffs, and tickets drop.
If you’re a fan, mark your calendar now, set alerts for ticket sales, and get ready: Philly is going to be electric. AtiGoal Want me to track which teams are likely in those slots for Philadelphia, or how to get tickets early?
