San Diego to Host Key LA28 Olympic Soccer Matches

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San Diego's Snapdragon Stadium will host several key matches, including semifinal and bronze medal games, as part of the soccer tournament for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. The soccer events will take place from July 10-30, 2028, with the men's and women's group stage matches spread across multiple cities before the knockout rounds are held in San Diego and other select venues.

Why it matters

The inclusion of San Diego as a host city for Olympic soccer matches is a major coup for the region, showcasing its world-class sports facilities and providing an economic boost through increased tourism and media exposure. It also highlights the growing popularity of soccer in the United States and the country's ability to host major international sporting events.

The details

The LA28 Olympic soccer tournament will feature 7 host venues, with 5 games, including the gold medal matches, taking place at the iconic Rose Bowl in Pasadena. Other host sites include Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego, which will host semifinal and bronze medal matches for both the men's and women's tournaments. The group stage matches will be spread across New York, Columbus, Nashville, St. Louis, San Jose, and San Diego.

• The soccer tournament is scheduled for July 10-30, 2028.
• The men's group stage matches will be played from July 10-20.
• The women's group stage matches will be played from July 10-20.
• Semifinal matches are scheduled at the Rose Bowl and San Diego.
• Bronze medal matches are scheduled to be played in San Diego as well.

What’s next

The deadline to register for the LA28 Olympic ticket draw is March 22, 2026. Fans who register will be entered into a random drawing to receive time slots for future ticket purchase windows.