Famous for deafening crowd noise; briefly held the Guinness record at 137.6 dB in 2013 before Arrowhead reclaimed it at 142.2 dB the following year. The partial roof over the upper bowl traps and amplifies sound, the trick that makes a Sounders match feel like Europe. Home of the Seahawks and the Sounders, with one of the most established supporter groups in MLS. Located in SoDo, walking distance to Pioneer Square's bars and the Pike Place Market beyond that. Sound Transit's Link Light Rail drops you directly at Stadium Station, two minutes from the gates.

Capacity: 69,000

Transit: Link Light Rail to Stadium station (adjacent)

Bag Policy: Clear bags only, 12"x6"x12"

Seattle, USA

Lumen Field briefly held the Guinness record for the loudest crowd at an outdoor stadium in 2013 before Arrowhead reclaimed it the following year. Sounders FC has one of the largest supporter cultures in MLS, the city has been a soccer town since before MLS existed. Seattle sits on a narrow isthmus between Puget Sound and Lake Washington, water and mountains visible from almost everywhere. The Pacific Northwest food culture has matured into one of the most distinctive in North America: salmon and oysters that arrive at the restaurant the same morning, a serious coffee scene, and the country's best Vietnamese food outside California. Sound Transit's Link Light Rail runs straight from Sea-Tac Airport to a stop two minutes from the stadium.

Airport: SEA

Weather: ~18°C in June

Currency: USD

Match Day Briefing

Everything you need from breakfast to kickoff for Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar.

Timeline (anchored to kickoff)

T-4h Fan zones open near stadium · early arrival = no surge pricing

T-3h Stadium-area food, official merch tents, photo spots open

T-2h Gates open · earliest scan, shortest security line

T-1h Find your seat · grab pre-match food, hit the restroom

T-30m Team warm-ups · anthems are usually ~T-10m

Kickoff Wed, Jun 24 · 12:00 PM PDT

T+2.5h Final whistle (incl. stoppage) · allow 30-60 min to clear exits

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Match ticket (printed or in FIFA app)

Confirm gate + section number before leaving the hotel.

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Photo ID matching the ticket holder

FIFA ticket holder rules, random spot checks happen at the gate.

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Cash in USD (small bills)

Most concessions accept cards, but parking attendants, street vendors, and tip jars often don't.

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Clear bag only

Clear bags only, 12"x6"x12"

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Power bank + offline transit map

Crowded stadium areas crush cell signal, download the rideshare app's offline map before kickoff.

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Layer for evening cool-down

Expect ~18°C around kickoff time.

Don't bring this: you'll lose it at the gate

✕Backpacks, opaque bags, fanny packs
✕Cameras with detachable lenses (DSLR, mirrorless with lens >6")
✕Selfie sticks, tripods, monopods
✕Outside food and beverage (sealed bottled water sometimes allowed)
✕Laser pointers, flares, smoke devices
✕Political, religious, or commercial banners larger than 2m × 1.5m
✕Drones and any remote-controlled aircraft

🚇 Getting to Lumen Field

Transit: Link Light Rail to Stadium station (adjacent)

Parking: Limited; transit strongly encouraged

Pro tip: rideshare surge inside a 2km radius of any WC venue 90 minutes before kickoff. Pre-book a transfer or walk the last 800m to a quieter pickup zone after the final whistle. Book a transfer →

Common questions about Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar

When is Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar?

Kickoff is Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 19:00 UTC, which is Wed, Jun 24 · 12:00 PM PDT local time in Seattle. Gates typically open 2 hours before kickoff and FIFA recommends arriving at least 90 minutes early for security screening.

Where is Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar being played?

Lumen Field in Seattle, USA. Nearest transit: Link Light Rail to Stadium station (adjacent).

What is the bag policy at Lumen Field?

Clear bags only, 12"x6"x12". Anything larger requires gate-check (around $20-30) or denies entry. Plan accordingly.

How do I get to Lumen Field on match day?

Nearest transit: Link Light Rail to Stadium station (adjacent). Parking: Limited; transit strongly encouraged. Rideshare and parking prices surge sharply 3-5x in the hour before and after kickoff; transit is usually the practical mode.

Can I still get tickets to Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar?

FIFA's official portal periodically releases held inventory through the tournament; the FIFA app is the canonical place to check. Verified-resale platforms (StubHub, Vivid Seats, SeatGeek, TicketNetwork) carry inventory at marked-up prices. Avoid streetside resellers; counterfeit tickets spike in the final 10 days before kickoff.

What is the weather usually like in Seattle in June?

Average June temperature is around 18°C / 64°F. Tournament-window weather varies by city; check a 7-day forecast before flying. Bring sun protection for afternoon kickoffs and a layer for evening matches.

Where should I stay for Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar?

Seattle hotel rates spike during match weeks. Most fans get the best value staying 20-40 minutes outside the immediate stadium area with rail or rideshare for the match-day commute. Our city guide breaks down the practical neighbourhoods by price tier.

What is the kickoff time in my local time zone?

The match starts at 19:00 UTC. Convert to your local timezone via any time-zone converter, or use the local-kickoff helper above (Wed, Jun 24 · 12:00 PM PDT in Seattle's local time). UEFA fans note: Europe is 4-8 hours ahead of US host cities depending on the venue.

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