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San Francisco Bay Area 2026 World Cup: Match Schedule & Fan Experience Guide

The world is coming to Levi’s Stadium. As one of the West Coast host venues for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the San Francisco Bay Area is set to host 6 matches, including a Round of 32 fixture on June 27. The venue welcomes France, Japan, Senegal, Tunisia, Sweden, Iraq, Norway, and Curacao to Santa Clara, California. Whether you are a local fan in the Bay Area or traveling in from across Northern California, having a reliable, easy-to-read schedule is essential.

To help you follow every match at Levi’s Stadium, we built a free San Francisco Bay Area 2026 World Cup Printable Schedule (PDF). The low-ink design fits all 5 group-stage games plus the Round of 32 fixture on a single sheet, sized for the fridge or a clipboard at the watch party.

Designed for high-contrast, low-ink printing.

Levi’s Stadium Match Schedule

2026 World Cup Schedule Printable San Francisco Bay Area

Levi’s Stadium hosts 5 group-stage matches across Groups A, F, and K, plus a Round of 32 knockout. Highlights include both France Group F matches at Levi’s, Japan’s Group K opener vs Iraq and finale vs Sweden, and Senegal’s Group A clash with Norway.

The San Francisco Bay Area is in the Pacific Time zone (PT); Eastern Time (ET) is +3 hours.

Date Matchup Round Kickoff (Local / ET) TV/Stream
Sat, Jun 13Japan vs IraqGroup K6:00 PM PT / 9:00 PM ETFOX
Tue, Jun 16France vs TunisiaGroup F6:00 PM PT / 9:00 PM ETFOX
Fri, Jun 19Senegal vs NorwayGroup A12:00 PM PT / 3:00 PM ETFOX
Mon, Jun 22France vs CuracaoGroup F12:00 PM PT / 3:00 PM ETFS1
Fri, Jun 26Japan vs SwedenGroup K12:00 PM PT / 3:00 PM ETFOX
Sat, Jun 27Winner Group F vs Runner-up Group KRound of 3212:00 PM PT / 3:00 PM ETFOX

Kickoff times subject to change by FIFA. Knockout teams confirmed once group stage results conclude.

Fan Experience & Official FIFA Fan Festival

Beyond the matches at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium (Levi’s Stadium) in Santa Clara, the heart of the tournament atmosphere will be spread across distributed fan zones throughout the region.

  • Fan Fest Location: Distributed fan zones across the Bay Area produced by the Bay Area Host Committee, rather than a single central festival, with sites planned in San Francisco, San Jose, and Santa Clara.
  • What to Expect: Live broadcasts of every tournament match on large screens, cultural performances, interactive installations, and local food vendors.
  • Entry: Free general admission at public fan zones.
  • Hours: Active across the tournament from June 11 to July 19, 2026, with hours varying by site.
  • Official Fan Fest Website: FIFA Fan Festival (official)

Pro-Tip: Levi’s Stadium is in Santa Clara, about 45 miles south of San Francisco. Take Caltrain to Mountain View and connect to VTA light rail, or use VTA directly to the Great America station beside the stadium.

Stadium Logistics: Getting to San Francisco Bay Area Stadium (Levi’s Stadium)

  • Venue: San Francisco Bay Area Stadium (Levi’s Stadium), 4900 Marie P DeBartolo Way, Santa Clara.
  • Transit: Reach the stadium via VTA light rail to the Great America station next door, or take Caltrain to Mountain View and transfer to VTA. Driving from San Francisco can take well over an hour in traffic.
  • Parking: Stadium lots require advance purchase, so transit or rideshare is strongly recommended.
  • Stadium Policies: Expect a clear-bag policy, airport-style security screening, and cashless concessions, consistent with FIFA venue standards.

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Venue Spotlight: Levi’s Stadium

  • Capacity: ~68,500 (tournament configuration)
  • Surface: Natural grass overlay (FIFA-mandated)
  • Opening Year: 2014
  • Key Feature: Home of the San Francisco 49ers; LEED Gold certified with extensive solar panel installation

Located in Santa Clara about 45 miles south of San Francisco, Levi’s Stadium is the home of the NFL’s 49ers and one of the most technologically advanced stadiums in the world. For the 2026 tournament the venue installed a hybrid natural grass overlay and expanded its hospitality footprint to meet FIFA standards. VTA light rail runs directly to the Great America station adjacent to the stadium, with dedicated FIFA shuttle service from downtown San Francisco, San Jose, and Oakland on match days. For more local detail, see the official FIFA San Francisco Bay Area host city page.

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San Francisco Bay Area Host City FAQ

  • How many World Cup games are in San Francisco Bay Area? San Francisco Bay Area hosts 6 matches at Levi’s Stadium: 5 group-stage games plus a Round of 32 match on June 27, 2026.
  • Where is the FIFA Fan Festival in San Francisco Bay Area? The official FIFA Fan Festival for the Bay Area will be located at Pier 39 in San Francisco, with live screenings of every match, food vendors, and concerts. Additional satellite Fan Zones in San Jose and Oakland are also expected.
  • What is the best way to get to Levi’s Stadium? VTA light rail runs directly to the Great America station adjacent to Levi’s Stadium. Dedicated FIFA shuttle service from downtown San Francisco, San Jose, and Oakland will run on match days. Caltrain plus a shuttle connection from Mountain View station is another option. Driving and parking around the stadium will be heavily restricted.

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Stay updated with everything happening across the tournament. Check out our specialized guides:

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Jacey Tine is a lifelong San Diego Padres and Florida Gators fan with 7+ years of sports coverage experience. At Sports Brackets, she delivers brackets, schedules, previews, and analysis across MLB, college football, NFL, WNBA, and more. Always with a fan-focused, reliable approach.