International football matches showcase what exactly makes the beautiful game great; in addition to jaw-dropping performances on the pitch, they're a worldwide celebration of culture and community. For Canadian fans, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to watch the world’s best battle it out. From Toronto’s expansive culture to Vancouver’s gorgeous views, both Canadian host cities offer celebrations of cultural exchange while showcasing what makes the beautiful game truly great.
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BMO Field in Toronto, ON
BC Place in Vancouver, BC
Toronto, ON – BMO Field
Toronto’s BMO Field has seen champions cement their legacy on the pitch – and come June, it will host its biggest games yet!
Game-Day Highlights
- Matches: 6 total
- Group Stage: June 12–26
- Round of 32: July 2
- Stadium: BMO Field
- Capacity: ~45,000
- Features: Multiple LCD screens, stadium Wi-Fi, luxury lounges, Liberty Village neighbourhood
- Best Concessions: Porchetta sandwich
Stadium Guide
Home to the Canadian Football League’s Toronto Argonauts and MLS’ Toronto FC, BMO Field is in the heart of Toronto’s Exhibition Place, just minutes from the scenic waterfront. Easily accessible by both GO Transit and TTC streetcars, it’s designed with fans in mind, offering wide rows, shaded decks, and clear sightlines of the pitch whether you’re in a front row seat or positioned in the back. And while fans can enjoy plenty of stadium staples if they’re hungry, exclusive items like the signature carved-to-order porchetta sandwich and jerk chicken poutine take stadium concessions to a new level of deliciousness.
BMO Field is currently undergoing extensive renovations. Capacity is being upgraded from 28,000 to 45,000 with the installation of new seats at both the north and south grandstands. New kitchens will be installed throughout the stadium, and self-serve technology will feature generative AI at select stands to improve the fan experience. Its proximity to downtown means that fans are also never far away from exploring all that Canada’s largest city has to offer.
Hotels near BMO Field
Things to do in Toronto
As Canada’s largest city, Toronto offers plenty of sights to see and places to visit for soccer fans the world over. Take a trip up the CN Tower and see as far as Buffalo, New York, or visit the nearby Rogers Centre to catch a Toronto Blue Jays game. Explore cultural icons of the city’s downtown core, from the internationally renowned TIFF Lightbox cinema, home of the Toronto International Film Festival to the vibrant St. Lawrence Market. And you never have to go far to find culinary delights – fusion cuisine in Kensington Market, dumplings in Chinatown, and tacos along St. Clair West are just some of the delicacies Toronto’s diverse neighbourhoods have to offer! And for those wanting to see one of the greatest natural wonders of the world, Niagara Falls is a short daytrip away; trains depart from Toronto daily in the summer.
Vancouver, BC – BC Place
BC Place has hosted international finals before, and now it’s ready to host its biggest games ever.
Game-Day Highlights
- Matches: 7 total
- Group Stage: June 13–26
- Round of 32: July 2
- Quarterfinal: July 7
- Stadium: BC Place
- Capacity: ~54,000
- Features: Retractable roof, northern lights display, Yaletown neighbourhood
- Best Concessions: Slow roasted prime rib
Stadium Guide
Built in 1983 and extensively renovated in 2011, BC Place has played host to some of the largest sporting events in the world. It served as the main venue for the 2010 Winter Olympics and 2010 Winter Paralympics and has seen 10 CFL Grey Cups held on its grounds. In other words, 54,000 fans swarming the site for international soccer matches is exactly what the stadium was built for.
Renovations added over 1,000 LCD screens throughout the complex, allowing visitors to follow games no matter where they are, expansive luxury seating, and most notably, the largest retractable roof in the world. Fans can feast on a wide variety of delicious food, including slow roasted prime rib sandwiches, foot long lobster rolls, and butter chicken, alongside traditional burgers, hot dogs, and fries. The exterior of BC Place also lights up every evening; the Northern Lights, as they are called, illuminate downtown Vancouver with varying designs each day.
Hotels near BC Place
Things to do in Vancouver
Vancouver, Canada’s Gateway to the Pacific, is a treat to discover. Bike or walk through Stanley Park and see gorgeous views of the ocean. Take a trip down Commercial Drive and shop everything from vintage clothes to classic records to farm fresh sausage and everything in between. Head to Granville Island to see it’s famous markets before sampling delicious beers at local breweries. Culture lovers will find the city has no shortage of museums and galleries – the Museum of Vancouver, Art Gallery of Vancouver, and the Vancouver Maritime Museum are just a few to check out.
Those who want to experience all the beauty Vancouver and British Columbia have to offer do not have to travel far. Beyond the stunning views of the Pacific, the North Shore mountains are a quick trip away and offer hiking trails for all levels of experience. Harbour tours leave Vancouver daily, and whale watching season will be at its peak in June and July. The Okanagan Valley is a few hours drive away, but features some of Canada’s best wineries and beautiful vistas to explore. And if you’re up for a short ferry ride, Vancouver Island is nationally renowned as one of the most beautiful places in the country.