Seattle Sounders FC will host their Concacaf Champions Cup Round of 16 match at ONE Spokane Stadium on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. PT, marking the first time the club has played a competitive home match outside Western Washington.
The decision to relocate stems from Lumen Field’s unavailability due to ongoing renovations in preparation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Sounders will face either Vancouver Whitecaps FC or Costa Rican side CS Cartaginés, pending the outcome of their Round One matchup. ONE Spokane Stadium holds approximately 5,000 spectators.
The move carries personal significance for at least one member of the organization. \”As someone who grew up in Spokane, I know first-hand how deep the soccer culture runs in Eastern Washington, and it’s incredibly meaningful to bring a match of this magnitude back to that community,\” a club representative said.
The relocation also represents a strategic expansion of the Sounders’ regional footprint. \”Hosting this match in Spokane creates a special opportunity for fans in Eastern Washington to experience our club in a meaningful way, while also highlighting the outstanding partnership we share with the city, ONE Spokane Stadium and Aequus Sports,\” the club stated.
The match will not be included in 2026 Season Ticket Memberships, though season ticket holders will receive priority access during a pre-sale scheduled for late February. Seattle Reign FC has also announced plans to host select matches at the venue, further cementing the stadium’s role in Washington soccer.
