Match 100 at Arrowhead: KC's Quarterfinal, July 11 2026
Kansas City Stadium (GEHA Field at Arrowhead) hosts Match 100, a World Cup 2026 quarterfinal, on Saturday, July 11, 2026 at 8:00 p.m. ET — the winner of one Round of 16 tie against another. Here's the matchup, how to reach Arrowhead, and the eSIM for a last-eight night.
Published June 24, 2026·5 min read
Summary
Kansas City Stadium hosts Match 100, a World Cup 2026 quarterfinal, on Saturday, July 11, 2026 at 8:00 p.m. ET — the winner of one Round of 16 tie against another (listed as W95 vs W96). It's the biggest match Kansas City stages all tournament. Here's the matchup, how to reach Arrowhead, and the eSIM that keeps your ticket live in the last eight.
Kansas City's quarterfinal is July 11 (Match 100)
According to the venue listing, GEHA Field at Arrowhead hosts a quarterfinal on July 11, 2026, kicking off at 8:00 p.m. ET. Ticketing lists it as Match 100, W95 vs W96 — the winners of two Round of 16 ties played July 4–7. It's one of four quarterfinals where eight teams compete for four semifinal places, making Kansas City a strong base for fans chasing a team deep into the knockouts. This is the climax of the city's six-match World Cup slate; see the full list in our Kansas City schedule guide.
Plan the quarterfinal night
| Detail | July 11 Quarterfinal (Match 100) |
|---|---|
| Kickoff | 8:00 p.m. ET / 7:00 p.m. CT |
| Arrive by | ~5 p.m. CT (two hours early) |
| Matchup | Winner R16 (W95) vs Winner R16 (W96) |
| Best route | Rideshare / event shuttle (no direct rail) |
Arrowhead holds the Guinness World Record as the loudest stadium in the world at 142.2 decibels, so a knockout crowd will be deafening. The stadium sits at the I-70/I-435 interchange with no rail line, so rideshare, drive, or take a downtown event shuttle and budget extra time. Read the getting-there guide and the parking & rideshare guide before match day.
Staying connected in the last eight
Your mobile ticket in the FIFA World Cup 26™ app, the live bracket, rideshare back downtown, and meet-up texts all run on data — and a 73,000-capacity quarterfinal crowd strains networks hard. Compare your options:
| Option | Cost | Setup time | Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|
| eSIM | Low | ~5 min (pre-install on Wi-Fi) | Excellent (local carrier) |
| Carrier roaming | High | Instant (already enabled) | Medium (partner-dependent) |
| Pocket Wi-Fi | Medium | Airport pickup / rental | Good (extra device to charge) |
A North America eSIM puts you on T-Mobile or AT&T from US$5 — Apple Pay, Google Pay, or card — and keeps working in every host city if you follow the winner of Match 100 to a semifinal. Setup tips are in our Kansas City connectivity guide.
FAQ
QWhen is the Kansas City World Cup quarterfinal in 2026?
AMatch 100 on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. ET. It is one of four quarterfinals where eight teams compete for four semifinal places.
QWhich teams play in the Kansas City quarterfinal?
AThe winners of two Round of 16 ties, listed as W95 vs W96 on the bracket. The exact teams are confirmed only as the Round of 16 is played between July 4 and July 7, 2026.
QWhat stadium hosts the Kansas City quarterfinal?
AGEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium, branded "Kansas City Stadium." The home of the Chiefs holds the Guinness record as the world's loudest stadium and seats around 73,000.
QHow do I get to Arrowhead for the quarterfinal?
ARideshare, drive, or take a downtown event shuttle — there is no direct rail line. Arrowhead is at the I-70/I-435 interchange; arrive about two hours before the 8:00 p.m. ET (7:00 p.m. CT) kickoff.
Bottom line
July 11 is Kansas City's marquee night — a quarterfinal in the world's loudest stadium. Plan your ride early and carry a World Cup 2026 eSIMso the bracket and your ticket load even in a last-eight crowd. New to the city's knockout run? Start with the Kansas City Round of 32 guide and the wider Round of 32 bracket guide.