The 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles will feature a refreshed soccer program that marks a significant expansion for both the men’s and women’s competitions.
Expanded Fields and Global Participation
The tournament will see twelve nations contest the men’s title, while the women’s event will welcome sixteen teams, reflecting the growing prominence of women’s football on the Olympic stage.
Action kicks off on July 10, when the group stage commences across six venues scattered throughout the United States. The schedule is designed to give teams ample recovery time while maximizing exposure in key markets.
A Nationwide Celebration
Matches will be staged in New York, Columbus, Nashville, St. Louis, San Jose and San Diego, spreading the excitement beyond the West Coast and inviting fans from diverse regions to experience live Olympic soccer.
The championship deciders will culminate on July 29, when the women’s gold‑medal match takes place, followed by the men’s final a day later. Both finals will be held at the iconic Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, California, a venue that previously hosted Olympic soccer finals in 1932 and 1984.
Beyond the sporting spectacle, the 2028 Games aim to leverage the tournament’s reach to promote youth participation and community development across the host cities, underscoring soccer’s role as a unifying force.