As Seattle prepares to welcome the world for FIFA World Cup 2026™, Seattle Sounders FC today announced The Game Belongs to the People, a new initiative rooted in a simple belief: soccer should be accessible, inclusive and experienced by everyone. Inspired by the passion and support that have defined Seattle's soccer community for generations, the campaign aims to create new opportunities for fans to experience the game during a landmark moment for the sport in North America.
The initiative launches with tickets priced at $20.26 for Sounders FC's July 16 rivalry match against the Portland Timbers, creating one of the most accessible opportunities for fans to attend a professional soccer match this summer.
The Game Belongs to the People
Be part of an electric rivalry night at Lumen Field as Sounders FC takes on the Portland Timbers on July 16. Tickets start at just $20.26 — bring the energy, pack the stands, and make your voice heard.
The July 16 match marks the club's first MLS home match following the World Cup break and serves as a continuation of the excitement and energy generated across the region. One of Major League Soccer's most storied rivalries, Sounders FC vs. Portland offers fans an opportunity to experience the atmosphere, traditions and passion that have defined soccer in the Pacific Northwest for decades.
For Sounders FC, the opportunity extends beyond a single match. The club believes moments like this should serve as an invitation into the game, helping connect new fans, families and communities to Seattle's vibrant soccer culture long after the final whistle.
Each $20.26 ticket guarantees admission to the match, with seat assignments delivered prior to kickoff. More than a promotional offer, the initiative is designed to remove barriers and create an easy invitation for anyone who wants to experience Seattle's soccer culture firsthand.
While global attention may be focused on soccer this summer, Seattle's soccer culture has been built over generations and will continue long after. The game belongs to the people—and Sounders FC is opening the doors wider than ever.
