Seattle, Washington is one of the 11 US host cities for the FIFA World Cup 2026, with all matches played at Lumen Field. The venue will host 6 matches.
- Stadium
- Lumen Field
- Capacity
- 68,740 seats
- State
- Washington (WA)
- NFL tenant
- Seattle Seahawks
- Matches
- 6 (includes knockout round)
About Lumen Field
Has the strongest soccer culture of any US host city (Seattle Sounders MLS).
Seattle has perhaps the strongest soccer culture of any US host city. The Seattle Sounders (MLS) regularly draw 40,000+ at Lumen Field, and the city's supporters' culture is widely considered the most European-style in North America.
Getting to Seattle
- Airport: Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA).
- Public transit: Light Rail from SeaTac airport to Stadium station — Lumen Field is right downtown.
- Walking distance: Pike Place Market, Pioneer Square, T-Mobile Park (Mariners baseball).
What to know about Washington
Washington has the USPS abbreviation WA. Learn more about Washington on our state page.
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How many matches will Seattle host?
Seattle hosts 6 matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, all at Lumen Field.
What stadium will Seattle use?
Lumen Field, the home of the Seattle Seahawks (NFL). Capacity: 68,740.
What state is Seattle in?
Seattle is in Washington (USPS code: WA).