The first knockout-stage match at Dallas Stadium takes place on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, with a 12:00 p.m. CT kickoff. The group stage is over, single-elimination begins, and the atmosphere inside the stadium shifts from tournament opener to survive-or-go-home intensity.
Here is what to expect and how to plan.
The 2026 international soccer tournament uses a 48-team format. After the group stage, 32 teams advance to a knockout bracket. Every match from this point forward is single elimination. A loss ends a team’s tournament. The stakes and the crowd energy change accordingly.
The specific teams playing in this match depend on group-stage results. Matchups are determined by final standings, so the opponents will not be confirmed until the group stage concludes.
A noon kickoff means the morning moves fast. Get to the Arlington Entertainment District by 8:00 a.m. CT. Texas Live! opens in the morning and serves as the pre-match gathering point with restaurants, bars, and the 100-foot LED screen.
If you are coming from downtown Dallas, leave by 7:00 a.m. CT. A rideshare takes about 25 minutes and costs $20 to $35. On match days, charter buses run from CentrePort Station.
Dallas Stadium uses a clear bag policy. Only clear totes (12 by six by 12 inches), one-gallon clear resealable bags, and small clutch purses (4.5 by 6.5 inches) are allowed. Backpacks are prohibited.
Arrive at the gates by 10:30 a.m. CT. The walk from parking or rideshare drop-off will be in the late-morning Texas heat. Wear sunscreen and carry water. The stadium is fully enclosed with air conditioning.
Knockout matches can go to extra time and penalties, so plan for the possibility of a match lasting up to three hours rather than the standard two.
A noon match ends around 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. CT, depending on whether extra time is needed. The rest of the day is open.
The early finish is ideal for a same-day double. If the Texas Rangers have an evening home game on June 30, walk from Dallas Stadium to Globe Life Field in eight to 13 minutes. Eat at Texas Live! between events. Get tickets to see the Rangers in 2026.
Hurtado Barbecue in Downtown Arlington is about a half-mile from the stadiums. The Fort Worth Stockyards are 30 minutes west and have the 4:00 p.m. CT longhorn cattle drive. Dallas is 25 minutes east of museums, Deep Ellum, and evening dining.
Kickoff is at 12:00 p.m. CT at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.
The teams depend on group-stage results and will be confirmed after the group stage concludes.
Yes. Knockout-stage matches can include extra time and penalties if the score is level after 90 minutes. Plan for up to three hours.
If the Rangers have an evening home game, yes. The noon finish leaves a comfortable window. Check the schedule.
Arrive at the Entertainment District by 8:00 a.m. CT and at the gates by 10:30 a.m. CT.
Fair Park in Dallas is accessible via the DART Green Line. Free entry on all match days.
