The men's and women's soccer tournaments for the 2028 Olympics will occur in multiple U.S. cities, with key venues including New York and Nashville. A total of seven stadiums will host matches, with three in California and others in cities like St. Louis and Columbus. Notably, the women's tournament will expand to 16 teams, while the men’s competition, featuring U-23 teams, will include 12. The Rose Bowl in Pasadena will host the gold medal matches for both tournaments in late July.

By the Numbers
  • 7 venues across the U.S. selected for soccer tournaments
  • 16 women's teams participating, up from the previous count
  • 12 men's U-23 teams participating, down from the previous count
State of Play
  • Venues include stadiums hosting MLS or NWSL teams, reinforcing soccer's popularity in the U.S.
  • BMO Stadium and Dignity Health Sports Park in L.A. will not host Olympic matches, focusing instead on other sports.
What's Next

As the 2028 Olympics approach, expect announcements regarding ticket sales and further operational details. The continued construction of venues, like Etihad Park in New York, will be monitored closely to ensure readiness.

Bottom Line

The diverse geographic spread of venues for the 2028 Olympic soccer tournaments illustrates soccer's growth in the U.S. and aims to engage multiple regions in the event, likely fostering increased interest in the sport nationally.