The United States is among three North American countries jointly hosting the FIFA World Cup this summer, with games set to take place in 11 US cities.
With matches spread across major US cities, soccer fans in the Washington DC region are looking for ways to be a part of the action.
Here’s what to know if you live in the DMV.
Although several East Coast cities will host World Cup games, there will not be any matches in DC.
It’s just the third time in the tournament’s history that matches will not be played in the host country’s capital, according to The Athletic.
DC and Baltimore submitted a joint bid to co-host games, but their bid was not accepted.
“Northwest Stadium, the rundown home of the NFL’s Washington Commanders, was among the least attractive of the 17 proposed stadiums — and its then-owner was unwilling to upgrade it,” The Athletic reported as reasoning for why DC was not selected.
DC-area soccer fans hoping to watch World Cup matches in person can take a short drive or train ride to Philadelphia, where games will be played at Lincoln Financial Field.
A little farther north, MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, is also hosting games in the state’s joint effort with New York. The World Cup final will be held at MetLife Stadium on July 19.
Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium and Gillette Stadium outside of Boston are also among the East Coast destinations to watch games.
Here is the full list of American sites where World Cup matches will be played: