Your nearest host is Philadelphia — 2.5 hr drive up I-95, or Amtrak Acela in 1h45. Acela is easier on match days.
The three host nations every fan wants to follow. Save the dates — these are the fixtures that anchor the group stage.
Group A — opens the tournament at Estadio Azteca
South Africa· Estadio Azteca
South Korea· Estadio Akron
Czech Republic· Estadio Azteca
Group B — split between Toronto and Vancouver
Bosnia-Herzegovina· BMO Field
Qatar· BC Place
Switzerland· BC Place
Group D — opens in Los Angeles, knockouts likely on the East Coast
Paraguay· SoFi Stadium
Australia· Lumen Field
Turkey· SoFi StadiumThe fixtures closest to Washington.
Ivory CoastVS
Ecuador
BrazilVS
HaitiEverything between your front door in Washington and your seat at Lincoln Financial Field.
SEPTA Broad Street Line from Center City → NRG (formerly Pattison) station. Stadium is 5 min walk. From PHL airport, SEPTA Airport Line + transfer (~40 min) or $30 Uber.
Sports Complex has lots — $40+. Pre-book.
Warm, humid, 24–30°C. Thunderstorms possible.
2.5 hr drive up I-95, or Amtrak Acela in 1h45. Acela is easier on match days.
Match-day hotel prices spike 3–5× in host cities. Book the neighborhood, not just the price.
Where to fuel up before kickoff — and where to keep the night going after.
Historic Liberty Bell + Independence Hall area, transformed into a viewing zone with food, music, and giant LED screens.
Check the official FIFA app for daily programming and screen schedules at the Philadelphia fan fest.
Lincoln Financial Field is the Eagles' home. Philadelphia Union plays at Subaru Park in Chester (45 min south). Phila has a deep, historic Italian + Mexican community → expect strong CONCACAF support.
Linc is open-air — bring layers for night matches.
Cheesesteak order: 'whiz wit' = with Cheez Whiz and onions. 'Provolone witout' = provolone without.
Philly fans are intense but welcoming — wear neutral colors for unfamiliar matches.
Not making the trip? These local pubs show the matches. Arrive early on USA, Mexico or Canada days.
FranceVS
Iraq
CuraçaoVSIvory Coast
CroatiaVS
Ghana
