Lumen Field
Seattle, Washington · United States
Capacity
69,000
Opened
2002
Location
Seattle, WA
To SEA
15 miles
Roof
Partial (noise trap)
MLS Tenant
Seattle Sounders FC
About Lumen Field
Lumen Field in Seattle, Washington is one of the most football-savvy venues in FIFA World Cup 2026. Already home to the Seattle Sounders — MLS Cup champions with the league's most loyal fanbase — as well as NFL side the Seattle Seahawks, this 69,000-seat stadium boasts a partial roof that traps crowd noise to extraordinary levels. The legendary "12th Man" atmosphere that Seahawks fans created here translated directly to Sounders soccer culture, making Seattle one of the most genuine football cities in the United States. Set against the stunning backdrop of Puget Sound, the Olympic Mountains and downtown Seattle's skyline, Lumen Field delivers both sporting drama and spectacular scenery for visiting World Cup fans.
Lumen Field is unique among WC 2026 venues in being home to both an NFL franchise and a Major League Soccer team. The partial roof traps crowd noise, contributing to the famous "12th Man" atmosphere. The Sounders have the best MLS attendance record, indicating a deep football culture in the city.
World Cup 2026 Matches at Lumen Field
Match Schedule
8 total matchesGroup Stage
Five group stage matches in one of the US's most football-literate cities
Round of 32
Two first-round knockout matches
Round of 16
One Round of 16 match
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Location & Access
Getting to Lumen Field
Link Light Rail
Sound Transit Link Light Rail connects Sea-Tac Airport directly to Stadium station adjacent to Lumen Field. The journey from the airport takes approximately 35 minutes. This is the easiest and most recommended transport option.
Sounder Commuter Rail
Sound Transit Sounder trains run from Tacoma and Everett to King Street Station, a short walk from Lumen Field. Excellent option for fans coming from Tacoma or suburban areas.
Metro Bus
King County Metro runs multiple routes through downtown and to the SoDo stadium district. Routes 21, 50, 101 and others serve the stadium area. Frequent match-day services.
Car / Rideshare
Via I-5 or I-90. Paid parking in SoDo garages. Rideshare drop-off zones are on 1st Ave S. With the stadium being 1 mile from downtown, walking from Pioneer Square is a popular option too.
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