FIFA World Cup 2026. On Home Soil. On 75+ Screens.
June 12 – July 19, 2026 • FOX & Telemundo • USA Matches at SoFi
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The FIFA World Cup is coming to the United States in the summer of 2026, and Cosmos Taverna in Victorville is your spot to watch every match. This is the first time the World Cup has been on American soil since 1994, and matches are being played right down the road at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood. This is a once-in-a-generation event, and we are going all out for it.
The tournament runs from June 12 through July 19, 2026. That is five weeks of the biggest sporting event on the planet, with 48 teams (expanded from 32 for the first time), 104 matches, and billions of viewers worldwide. Every single match will be on our 75+ HDTVs.
The High Desert has one of the most passionate soccer communities in the Inland Empire. Between the American fans who grew up on the USMNT and the huge Mexican-American community that lives and breathes El Tri, World Cup season at Cosmos is going to be electric. We are showing every match, in English and Spanish coverage, from the group stage through the final.
There is no cover charge for any World Cup match at Cosmos. Walk in, grab a seat, and watch the world’s best players compete on the biggest stage.
The United States Men’s National Team will play group stage matches at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, just 90 miles south of Victorville on the 15 Freeway. SoFi is hosting 8 World Cup matches, including USA vs. Paraguay on Opening Day (June 12) and a second USA group match on June 25.
Getting to SoFi for a World Cup match is going to be a nightmare. Traffic in the LA Basin on a normal day is brutal. Add 70,000 fans trying to get to Inglewood, and you are looking at hours of gridlock, $100+ parking, and ticket prices that could run into the thousands for good seats. Or you could come to Cosmos, park for free, and watch it on 75+ screens with a cold beer in hand for a fraction of the cost.
The USMNT has real momentum going into this tournament. Playing on home soil gives them a massive advantage, and the American soccer fan base has grown dramatically since the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. When the US plays, every sports bar in the country fills up. Cosmos will be no different.
We expect USA matches to draw our biggest crowds of the summer. If you want a guaranteed seat for USA vs. Paraguay or any USA knockout round match, plan to arrive at least an hour before kickoff.
Let’s be real about the High Desert: Mexico matches at the World Cup are going to be just as big as USA matches at Cosmos, if not bigger. The Mexican-American community in Victorville, Hesperia, Adelanto, and across the Victor Valley is deeply connected to El Tri. When Mexico plays in the World Cup, it is not just a game. It is a cultural event.
Mexico will play group stage matches at venues across the US (specific host cities TBD based on draw results). All Mexico matches air on both FOX/FS1 (English) and Telemundo (Spanish). We show both feeds at Cosmos, so you can watch in whichever language you prefer.
Beyond El Tri, the High Desert has strong fan bases for Liga MX clubs like Club America, Chivas de Guadalajara, and Club Tijuana. The World Cup brings all of those fans together under the green, white, and red. If you have ever been in a Mexican restaurant or bar during a World Cup match, you know the energy. That is what Cosmos is going to feel like for five weeks straight.
Most sports bars in the High Desert focus on football and basketball. Cosmos is one of the few places where soccer fans, both American and Mexican, can watch the biggest tournament in the world on big screens with real sound and a crowd that cares about every goal.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup runs from June 12 through July 19. Here is the general tournament structure.
| Round | Dates | Matches | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group Stage | June 12 – June 29 | 72 matches | 3 matches per day, most days |
| Round of 32 | June 30 – July 3 | 16 matches | New round for expanded 48-team format |
| Round of 16 | July 4 – July 7 | 8 matches | Knockout stage begins |
| Quarterfinals | July 9 – July 10 | 4 matches | One step from the semis |
| Semifinals | July 13 – July 14 | 2 matches | Final four |
| Final | July 19 | 1 match | MetLife Stadium, New Jersey |
Match times will vary based on venue time zones. West Coast matches at SoFi Stadium will likely kick off between 11:00 AM and 6:00 PM Pacific. East Coast and Central Time venue matches will have earlier Pacific start times, with some games as early as 8:00 or 9:00 AM.
Cosmos opens at noon daily, so we will catch the bulk of each day’s matches. For early-morning kickoffs, check our events page and social media for any adjusted opening times during the tournament.
Every World Cup match airs for free on over-the-air television. No cable subscription, no streaming package, no PPV. Here are the networks.
| Network | Language | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| FOX | English | Major matches, USA games, knockout rounds, Final |
| FS1 | English | Group stage matches, early rounds |
| Telemundo | Spanish | All matches with Spanish-language commentary |
Cosmos has FOX, FS1, and Telemundo. We can run the English broadcast on some screens and the Spanish broadcast on others, so every fan can watch in the language they prefer. Just let your server know which feed you want at your table.
The World Cup runs for over five weeks, so there will be matches almost every day of the summer. Here is what Cosmos offers during tournament play.
Daily Happy Hour (3 to 6 PM)
Afternoon matches overlap with happy hour. $3 domestic beers, $6 craft and import beers, $6 house shots.
Sunday All-Day Happy Hour
Sunday World Cup matches come with all-day happy hour pricing. $3 domestics, $6 crafts, $22 bottomless mimosas (2-hour limit).
Full Kitchen Open Daily
Full lunch and dinner menu available during every match. Wings, tacos, nachos, burgers, and shareable plates for groups watching together.
We have 48 beers on tap, including Mexican imports that pair perfectly with a Mexico match. Full cocktail menu at the bar. The World Cup is a marathon, not a sprint, and Cosmos has the food and drinks to keep you fueled for the entire tournament.
Cosmos Taverna is located at 12409 Mariposa Rd, Victorville, CA 92395. Soccer fans from across the Victor Valley will be here all summer.
Free parking right out front. For USA and Mexico matches, expect the lot to fill up early. Arrive at least 30 minutes before kickoff for the best seats.
The World Cup is here. Watch it at Cosmos.
Call (760) 552-413112409 Mariposa Rd, Victorville, CA 92395
Open Daily from Noon • June 12 – July 19, 2026
Yes. Every match from the group stage through the Final airs on FOX, FS1, or Telemundo. We show all 104 matches on our 75+ HDTVs. No match is missed.
Yes. We carry Telemundo for full Spanish-language coverage of every World Cup match. We can put English on some screens and Spanish on others. Just ask your server which feed you prefer.
Match times vary by venue. West Coast matches (SoFi Stadium) will likely kick off between 11:00 AM and 6:00 PM Pacific. East Coast venue matches could start as early as 8:00 or 9:00 AM Pacific. Cosmos opens at noon, and we may adjust hours for early matches during the tournament.
No. There is no cover charge to watch any World Cup match at Cosmos, including USA, Mexico, and the Final. Just walk in and watch.
Yes. USA and Mexico matches will draw our biggest World Cup crowds. We recommend arriving at least 30 to 60 minutes before kickoff for those games. Groups of 6 or more should call ahead at (760) 552-4131.
Full lunch and dinner menu available during every match. Wings, tacos, nachos, burgers, steaks, and shareable plates. 48 beers on tap including Mexican imports. Full cocktail and shot menu. Happy hour runs 3 to 6 PM weekdays and all day Sundays.
12409 Mariposa Rd, Victorville, CA 92395. We draw fans from Victorville, Hesperia, Apple Valley, Adelanto, Phelan, and Spring Valley Lake. Free parking out front.
