Los Angeles — SoFi Stadium

SoFi Stadium in Inglewood will host eight World Cup matches, including a semifinal, positioning it as the busiest venue after MetLife Stadium's final. The $5.5 billion stadium, the most expensive ever built, features a 70,000-square-foot video board that is 30% larger than the runner-up's, AT&T Stadium's. Its translucent roof creates an indoor-outdoor atmosphere, critical for Southern California's Mediterranean climate. The LA market, with 4.8 million Spanish-speaking residents aged 15 and older, represents the largest such fanbase in the U.S. and exceeds Mexico City's viewership potential by 15%. SoFi's capacity of 70,240 for football, expandable to 100,000 for concerts, ensures flexibility, and the venue has already hosted Super Bowl LVI. This blend of technology and cultural relevance makes it a top-tier choice for high-stakes matches.