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2028 Olympics: Six MLS Stadiums Selected for Soccer Matches

2/4/2026

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LA28 Confirms Stadiums

Los Angeles 2028 Organizing Committee (LA28) confirms six Major League Soccer stadiums will host the 2028 Olympic soccer tournament.
The six venues are New York City, Columbus, Nashville, St. Louis, San Jose, and San Diego.
The Rose Bowl will host the gold-medal matches on July 28–29, 2028.
The field will feature 16 women’s and 12 men’s teams, and organizers may extend the competition window with schedules issued in April 2026.

History

Historical Context

The 1994 FIFA World Cup in the United States was a landmark event, attracting 3.6 million fans and showcasing matches in cities like Los Angeles and New York. Brazil triumphed over Italy in the final at the Rose Bowl on July 17, 1994, marking a significant moment in soccer's growth in America. This legacy continues as the 2028 Olympics will also feature soccer matches in major venues.

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LA28 Confirms Stadiums

Los Angeles 2028 Organizing Committee (LA28) confirms six Major League Soccer stadiums will host the 2028 Olympic soccer tournament.
The six venues are New York City, Columbus, Nashville, St. Louis, San Jose, and San Diego.
The Rose Bowl will host the gold-medal matches on July 28–29, 2028.
The field will feature 16 women’s and 12 men’s teams, and organizers may extend the competition window with schedules issued in April 2026.

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