{"id":371834,"date":"2026-06-23T19:15:28","date_gmt":"2026-06-23T19:15:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/371834\/"},"modified":"2026-06-23T19:15:28","modified_gmt":"2026-06-23T19:15:28","slug":"u-s-to-play-round-of-32-world-cup-match-in-santa-clara-nbc-bay-area-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/371834\/","title":{"rendered":"U.S. to play Round of 32 World Cup match in Santa Clara \u2013 NBC Bay Area"},"content":{"rendered":"

The United States men’s national team is coming to the Bay Area for a World Cup<\/a> knockout match.<\/p>\n

Here’s a detailed guide with what to know about the game, how to watch and much more.<\/p>\n

When and where is the United States playing in the Round of 32 at the World Cup?<\/p>\n

The U.S. will play its Round of 32 match on Wednesday, July 1, at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium in Santa Clara. Kickoff is scheduled for 5 p.m.<\/p>\n

Who is the United States playing in the Round of 32 at the World Cup?<\/p>\n

The U.S., winners of Group D, will play the third-place team from group B, E, F, I or J.<\/p>\n

Ticket prices for Round of 32 match featuring the U.S.<\/p>\n

Fans still hoping to score tickets to the match will have to be ready to spend. On secondary market platforms, the cheapest tickets are starting at about $2,500 per person.<\/p>\n

How to watch World Cup games in Spanish on TV and streaming<\/p>\n

Complete Spanish-language coverage of the World Cup will air exclusively on Telemundo and Peacock.<\/p>\n

If you can’t attend World Cup games in person at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, the Bay Area Host Committee announced another way to enjoy the games for free.<\/p>\n

The BAHC will\u00a0host<\/a>\u00a0free watch parties and fan zone locations across the Bay Area for the games. Beginning on June 11, the events will take place at more than 30 venues across the Bay Area.<\/p>\n

Here’s a list of the various participating venues and sports bars where fans can watch the games across the Bay Area:<\/p>\n

San Francisco<\/p>\n

Thrive City at Chase Center<\/p>\n

China Basin Park at Mission Rock (hosted by Giants Enterprises)<\/p>\n

PIER 39<\/p>\n

Yerba Buena Lane (hosted by Pride House)<\/p>\n

The Midway (hosted by Visa)<\/p>\n

The Crossing at East Cut (hosted by Pride House)<\/p>\n

East Bay<\/p>\n

Alameda County Fair Grounds, Pleasanton<\/p>\n

Raimondi Park, Oakland (hosted by the Oakland Sports Group & Oakland Ballers)<\/p>\n

Downtown Oakland<\/p>\n

Hoffmann Theater, Lesher Center for the Arts, Walnut Creek<\/p>\n

SS Red Oak Victory Historic Ship, Richmond<\/p>\n

East Brother Beer Company, Richmond<\/p>\n

South Bay<\/p>\n

San Jose Earthquakes Soccer Celebration at San Pedro Square, San Jose<\/p>\n

Opening Weekend presented by the Bay Area Host Committee and SJ26<\/p>\n

The Row Cup, Santana Row, San Jose<\/p>\n

Civic Center Plaza, Milpitas<\/p>\n

Milpitas Community Center<\/p>\n

Morgan Hill<\/p>\n

Cityline Redwood Square, Sunnyvale<\/p>\n

North Bay<\/p>\n

Sausalito<\/p>\n

Napa Valley<\/p>\n

Santa Rosa<\/p>\n

The Peninsula<\/p>\n

Courthouse Square, Redwood City<\/p>\n

Central Park, San Mateo<\/p>\n

Wheeler Parking Plaza, San Carlos<\/p>\n

Half Moon Bay<\/p>\n

Burlingame<\/p>\n

Mountain View<\/p>\n

Santa Cruz<\/p>\n

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk<\/p>\n

Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History<\/p>\n

\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tU.S. midfielder Tyler Adams is opening mini soccer pitches across the country to increase access to the sport, emphasizing locations in underserved communities.\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n

How to get to San Francisco Bay Area Stadium<\/p>\n

If you’re headed to catch a game, here’s a breakdown on how to get to the stadium.<\/p>\n

VTA<\/p>\n

Fans in the South Bay can hop on a VTA light-rail train and head toward Great America station. They can also jump on a VTA bus and get dropped off near the stadium. Riders can also map out a visit by using\u00a0VTA’s trip planner<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Caltrain<\/p>\n

Fans living farther away from Santa Clara can hop on Caltrain, get off at the Mountain View station and transfer to VTA in order to get to the stadium. View\u00a0Caltrain’s Levi’s Stadium page<\/a>\u00a0for more information on game day service.<\/p>\n

BART<\/p>\n

Fans can also jump on BART, get off at the Milpitas station and then transfer to the VTA orange line, which serves Levi’s Stadium. More details on the transit agency’s “Take BART to the game<\/a>” page.<\/p>\n

ACE<\/p>\n

Fans coming from afar can take an ACE train all the way to the Great America station, which is just a quick walk away from the stadium. View\u00a0ACE’s even<\/a>t<\/a>\u00a0train page<\/a>\u00a0for more information.<\/p>\n

Drive<\/p>\n

If you’re planning on driving to the game, visit\u00a0LevisStadium.com<\/a>\u00a0for more information on directions and parking policies.<\/p>\n

Rideshare<\/p>\n

Fans using rideshare services (Uber, Lyft), taxis, or private car services should:<\/p>\n

Review designated rideshare and drop-off locations before traveling to the stadium<\/p>\n

Plan routes in advance to avoid delays<\/p>\n

Allow extra time for increased traffic<\/p>\n

Fans can also use journey guides<\/a> from key locations across the Bay Area.<\/p>\n

\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWe asked fans outside the U.S. World Cup opener how much they paid to get in. The answers did not disappoint.\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n

San Francisco Bay Area Stadium parking information<\/p>\n

Stadium parking is available in advance and on match days through Ticketmaster<\/a> or through FIFA\u2019s official parking partner, JustPark<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Other parking information to be aware of:<\/p>\n

Stadium parking is available both in advance and on matchdays<\/p>\n

Lots open four hours prior to the start of the match<\/p>\n

Advance purchase is recommended for the best pricing<\/p>\n

Fans should expect increased traffic near the stadium when both entering and exiting<\/p>\n

Road closures and transportation impacts will roll out in two phases during match days, according to the City of Santa Clara.<\/p>\n

\u26a0\ufe0f Download PDF featuring maps of road closures during match days<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The city provided the following information:<\/p>\n

Phase 1: Tasman Drive and the Stars and Stripes Slip Ramp will be closed. Two detours will be posted to support this closure. A Local Detour will be in place at the east and west ends of the closure and will utilize Great America Way, Great America Parkway, Lafayette Street, and Calle De Luna\/Calle Del Sol to bypass the closure to the north. A Regional Detour will be posted in advance of the closures and will alert drivers to take alternative routes to avoid potential delays associated with the closure. The routes include the 101, 237, and local arterial roadways. Detour signage will be posted along the local detour route.<\/p>\n

Phase 2: Tasman Drive and the Stars and Stripes Slip Ramp will be closed. Two detours will be posted to support this closure. Match Day Phase 1 will be adjusted to reflect the closure of Calle Del Sol to general traffic and the suggested use of Lick Mill Boulevard. Local resident and business access will be maintained. Posted detours will be provided along multiple routes to provide local residents and businesses with alternatives that are most convenient for them during the closure period. The Regional Detour will remain the same, providing alternative routes to drivers who do not have a local area destination.<\/p>\n

Marie P DeBartolo Way will be closed until July 3. Access to the areas east of the stadium will be provided via Stars and Stripes Drive.<\/p>\n

DatePhase 1Phase 2STACT closureTasman reopensJune 1312 a.m. to 8 a.m.8 a.m. to 10 p.m.6 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.10 p.m. (June 13)June 168 a.m. to 5 p.m.5 p.m. to 5 a.m.*8 a.m. to 3:30 a.m.*5 a.m. (June 17)June 198 a.m. to 4 p.m.4 p.m. to 5 a.m.*8 a.m. to 2:30 a.m.*5 a.m. (June 20)June 228 a.m. to 4 p.m.4 p.m. to 5 a.m.*8 a.m. to 2:30 a.m.*5 a.m. (June 23)June 258 a.m. to 3 p.m.3 p.m. to 5 a.m.*8 a.m. to 1:30 a.m.*5 a.m. (June 26)July 18 a.m. to 1 p.m.1 p.m. to 5 a.m.*8 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.5 a.m. (July 2)<\/p>\n

Phase 1: Tasman closure from Great America Parkway to Calle Del Sol
Phase 2: Expanded Tasman closure from Great America Parkway to Lick Mill Boulevard
*Following day
STACT: San Tomas Aquino Creek Trail<\/p>\n

\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAlex Freeman comes from a Super Bowl bloodline, but he chose a different kind of football. After scoring for the USMNT against Australia, the son of Packers legend Antonio Freeman is showing he is more than a famous last name.\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n

Match day checklist: Know before you go<\/p>\n

To ensure a smooth match day experience, fans should:<\/p>\n

Arrive early \u2013 Plan to arrive well ahead of kickoff to account for traffic and parking<\/p>\n

Download mobile tickets \u2013 Have tickets ready on your mobile device before traveling. No screenshots of tickets are allowed. Please verify that your ticket is valid before arriving. If you experience any issues on match day, contact the customer service team of the platform where you purchased the ticket<\/p>\n

Review clear bag policy \u2013 Familiarize yourself with approved bag sizes and types<\/p>\n

Review water bottle policy \u2013 Understand which bottles are permitted<\/p>\n

Review all stadium policies \u2013 Check prohibited items and facility rules before match day<\/p>\n

The Santa Clara Police Department is the lead agency for security coordination during the World Cup matches.<\/p>\n

From rogue drones to cyberattacks, the Bay Area is preparing for heightened security risks as matches come to town. Senior Investigative Reporter Candice Nguyen takes a closer look at how law enforcement agencies are preparing for the World Cup. Watch her investigation below<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t U.S. striker Ricardo Pepi relies on the support of his family no matter where in the world he is playing.\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n

What to know about World Cup locations and matches<\/p>\n

There will be 104 games in this expanded World Cup running from June 11 through July 19 at 16 venues throughout North America. Seventy-eight games will be at 11 NFL stadiums, including all from the quarterfinals on, and 13 each in Mexico and Canada. The final is at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.<\/p>\n

In addition to 12 group winners and second-place nations, eight third-place teams advance to a new round of 32. The World Cup winner will play eight games.<\/p>\n

Where can I find the full World Cup tournament schedule of matches?<\/p>\n

You can find the official World Cup match schedule for the duration of the tournament via FIFA’s website below. <\/p>\n

\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f\u00a0Download PDF of FIFA’s full World Cup calendar by city here<\/a><\/p>\n

\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHome field advantage can go a long way. Landon Donovan says the U.S. men\u2019s national team will feel the power of playing at home as they kick off group play against Paraguay at the World Cup.\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n

World Cup matches by host city<\/p>\n

Here is a breakdown of all\u00a016 World Cup stadiums across the U.S., Mexico and Canada<\/a>.<\/p>\n

United States<\/p>\n

Atlanta:\u00a08 matches (including semifinal)<\/p>\n

Boston:\u00a07 matches (including quarterfinal)<\/p>\n

Dallas:\u00a09 matches (including semifinal)<\/p>\n

Houston:\u00a07 matches<\/p>\n

Kansas City:\u00a06 matches (including quarterfinal)<\/p>\n

Los Angeles:\u00a08 matches (including quarterfinal)<\/p>\n

Miami:\u00a07 matches (including quarterfinal and Bronze Final)<\/p>\n

New York\/New Jersey:\u00a08 matches (including World Cup Final)<\/p>\n

Philadelphia:\u00a06 matches<\/p>\n

San Francisco\/Bay Area:\u00a06 matches<\/p>\n

Seattle:\u00a06 matches<\/p>\n

Mexico<\/p>\n

Guadalajara:\u00a04 matches<\/p>\n

Mexico City:\u00a05 matches<\/p>\n

Monterrey:\u00a04 matches<\/p>\n

Canada<\/p>\n

Toronto:\u00a06 matches<\/p>\n

Vancouver:\u00a07 matches<\/p>\n

The Associated Press contributed to this report.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The United States men’s national team is coming to the Bay Area for a World Cup knockout match.…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":371835,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[29],"tags":[15392,88,90,89,5393],"class_list":["post-371834","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-san-jose","tag-2026-world-cup","tag-san-jose","tag-san-jose-headlines","tag-san-jose-news","tag-world-cup"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/371834","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=371834"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/371834\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/371835"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=371834"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=371834"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=371834"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}