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Seattle Kicks Off World Cup: First Ever Match Monday!
15 Jun
Summary
- Seattle hosts its first FIFA Men's World Cup match Monday.
- Lumen Field, renamed Seattle Stadium, will host six games.
- Fans can find tickets directly from FIFA's last-minute sales.
Seattle is set to host its inaugural FIFA Men's World Cup match on Monday, marking a significant milestone for the city. The highly anticipated opener will feature Belgium against Egypt, commencing at noon at Lumen Field, which is temporarily known as Seattle Stadium for the duration of the tournament.
This historic event is the first of six World Cup matches scheduled to take place in Seattle, one of sixteen host cities across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Organizers anticipate a massive influx of approximately 100,000 people converging around Seattle Stadium for the games, with many more expected at various public viewing locations.
Fans eager to experience the World Cup atmosphere still have opportunities to attend matches. Ticket prices for some games have reportedly decreased, and FIFA is continuing its last-minute sales phase through the end of the tournament.
