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Levi's Stadium

Levi's Stadium

San Francisco Bay Area, USA Capacity: 68,500

Opened in 2014 in Santa Clara, deep in Silicon Valley and 45 minutes by Caltrain + VTA Light Rail from downtown San Francisco. Home of the 49ers since they left Candlestick. The building was the first major US stadium with LEED Gold certification: a living roof on the suite tower, solar panels above the bridges, and reclaimed water through the irrigation system. VTA Light Rail's Great America station is across the street, the only practical way in on match day. Levi's sits next to California's Great America theme park and Intel's Santa Clara campus, an oddly suburban setting for a World Cup.

Getting There

VTA Light Rail to Great America station (adjacent)

Parking

On-site + Great America lots

Bag Policy

Clear bags only, one 12"x6"x12" bag per person

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Matches at Levi's Stadium

Round of 32
United States
VS
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Jul 2 · 00:00 UTCLevi's StadiumSan Francisco Bay Area
Group Stage · 5 completed
Group Stage - Matchday 1Group B
Qatar
VS
Switzerland
Jun 13 · 19:00 UTCLevi's StadiumSan Francisco Bay Area
Group Stage - Matchday 1Group J
Austria
VS
Jordan
Jun 17 · 04:00 UTCLevi's StadiumSan Francisco Bay Area
Group Stage - Matchday 2Group D
Paraguay
VS
Türkiye
Jun 18 · 00:00 UTCLevi's StadiumSan Francisco Bay Area
Group Stage - Matchday 2Group J
Jordan
VS
Algeria
Jun 23 · 03:00 UTCLevi's StadiumSan Francisco Bay Area
Group Stage - Matchday 3Group D
Paraguay
VS
Australia
Jun 26 · 02:00 UTCLevi's StadiumSan Francisco Bay Area

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get to Levi's Stadium on match day?

The best way to reach Levi's Stadium is via VTA Light Rail to Great America station (adjacent). Plan to arrive at least 2 hours before kickoff for security screening.

What can I bring to Levi's Stadium?

Clear bags only, one 12"x6"x12" bag per person. No outside food or drinks. Sealed water bottles may be permitted, check the latest FIFA guidelines.

How early should I arrive at Levi's Stadium?

Gates typically open 2-3 hours before kickoff for World Cup matches. Arrive early to enjoy the fan zone activities outside the stadium.

Is there parking at Levi's Stadium?

On-site + Great America lots. Public transit is strongly recommended for World Cup matches due to heavy traffic.

Where should I stay near Levi's Stadium?

Look for hotels in San Francisco Bay Area near the transit lines that serve the stadium. Book early, World Cup accommodation fills up months in advance.

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Levi's Stadium's bag policy is "Clear bags only, one 12"x6"x12" bag per person", so even a small backpack will be denied at the gate. Radical Storage's network of café, shop, and hotel-desk partners in San Francisco Bay Area hold bags for about $6/day. No commitment, book on your phone on the way over.

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Common questions about Levi's Stadium

What is the bag policy at Levi's Stadium?
Clear bags only, one 12"x6"x12" bag per person. Anything larger requires gate-check (around $20-30 per bag) or denies entry. Pack a stadium-approved clear bag from home before you fly.
How do I get to Levi's Stadium on match day?
Nearest transit: VTA Light Rail to Great America station (adjacent). Parking: On-site + Great America lots. Public transit is usually the practical mode on match day given the surge in rideshare and parking prices around kickoff.
What is the capacity of Levi's Stadium for World Cup 2026?
Standard capacity is 68,500. FIFA's tournament configuration sometimes reduces this slightly to accommodate camera positions, accessibility seating, and security buffers.
How many World Cup 2026 matches does Levi's Stadium host?
6 matches, from 2026-06-13 through 2026-07-02.
When was Levi's Stadium built?
Opened in 2014. Renovations and capacity adjustments may have happened since then; see the official venue site for current specifications.
What city is Levi's Stadium in?
Levi's Stadium is located in San Francisco Bay Area, USA. The stadium itself has substantial on-site parking, though transit is still typically faster on match day.
When should I arrive for a match at Levi's Stadium?
Plan to arrive at least 90 minutes before kickoff. FIFA security screening is slower than NFL or MLB equivalents because of bag-policy enforcement and the international visitor profile. Stadium gates typically open 2 hours before kickoff.
Where should I stay for matches at Levi's Stadium?
San Francisco Bay Area has the deepest hotel inventory; downtown rates spike sharply 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.

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