Soccer's Coming to Spokane: Sounders and Reign Taking Over Washington in 2026
Mark your calendars, 12s. Soccer is absolutely taking over Washington State in 2026, and the Sounders and Reign are bringing the action straight to Spokane. If you've been waiting for some world-class soccer outside of Seattle proper, this is your moment.
The Beautiful Game Goes Statewide
The Emerald City's soccer dominance is expanding beyond Lumen Field this year. Both the Sounders and the Reign are heading to Spokane to play matches in 2026, spreading the Rave Green faithful across the state and giving soccer fans in Eastern Washington a chance to catch some elite MLS and NWSL action without the drive to Seattle. It's a smart move that recognizes the passion for soccer throughout the entire region, not just in the I-5 corridor.
Sounders Keeping the Momentum Rolling
The Sounders have been busy preparing for the 2026 season. They recently signed defender Antino Lopez, who made an immediate impact in his first MLS start. In that debut, Lopez showed why the club believes in him, even preserving a win with a crucial goal-line clearance in a match against the San Jose Earthquakes on March 15. The Sounders are building depth and chemistry as they head into a loaded schedule.
Speaking of the schedule, Sounders fans have plenty to circle on their calendars. The team will face Real Salt Lake in their first home match on the new grass pitch installed for the FIFA World Cup. Then comes a 2025 playoff rematch against Minnesota, followed by a Fan Appreciation Match against LAFC on Decision Day. These are the kinds of matchups that define a season, and they're all coming to Lumen Field this year.
Get Your Tickets Now
Single match tickets for the 2026 MLS regular season are already on sale. If you're dreaming of catching FIFA World Cup 2026 matches at Lumen Field, all-inclusive packages start at just $1,575 and come packed with premium seating, food and beverage, and exclusive entertainment. Now's the time to lock in your spots for what's shaping up to be an unforgettable year of soccer in the Pacific Northwest.
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