A rare international soccer exhibition is set to light up Jordan Hare Stadium in Auburn, Alabama, on June 9, featuring Argentina’s national team against Iceland.
A Milestone for the Stadium
The game marks the first ever international soccer match at the storied venue, which is better known for college football, and it is one of only six ‘Road to 26’ fixtures the United States will host as the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches.
Fans from 47 U.S. states and four foreign nations are expected to travel to the city, a surge that tourism officials say will inject several million dollars into the local economy during the summer lull.
Auburn Opelika Tourism has been preparing for the event for months, erecting a 17‑foot tall soccer display and coordinating with the Auburn University Athletic Department to ensure a smooth experience for the anticipated near‑sold‑out crowd.
Beyond the financial upside, the matchup underscores the growing appetite for soccer in the United States, serving as a final warm‑up for Argentina before the World Cup and highlighting the stadium’s expanding role on the global sports stage.