The Final Countdown
We are 10 days away from the World Cup! The next 10 days bring some amazing events, fun friendlies, and schedule changes for us, so this message is packed with important information.
Schedule Changes
With the European club season wrapped up and the World Cup just around the corner, we're making a few temporary adjustments to our hours.
Pre-World Cup Schedule
We'll be closed both Monday and Tuesday this week and next — giving our staff a little extra time to rest up and make sure everything is ready before the big show begins. Wednesday through Friday of this week we’ll open at 1:00 pm as usual. Saturday and Sunday this week we will open at 9:00 am so you can get in for brunch before the USMNT match on Saturday and for the Bloody Mary you’ll need on Sunday after all the parties.
World Cup Schedule
We’ll open the doors one hour before kickoff every single day there is a match for everyone to come celebrate the biggest World Cup of all time! On those few sad days when there isn’t a match, we’ll be closed.
For all matches, the Bar and Rooftop will be first-come, first-served. Reservations for the Lounge for every match are available at soccerhouse.com/worldcup.
This Week
Plenty of pre-World Cup friendlies to see how teams are shaping up, plus several terrific special events..
Wednesday
Netherlands vs. Algeria | Friendly | 1:45 PM
Korea Republic vs. El Salvador | Friendly | 6:00 PM
Thursday
France vs. Ivory Coast | Friendly | 2:00 PM
The Messi Effect | Book Release | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us in welcoming Paul Tenorio, senior soccer writer for The Athletic, to launch his new book The Messi Effect: How the Global Legend Changed the Future of American Soccer. Paul will be joined by fellow Athletic soccer writer Tom Bogert for a discussion of the book and Q&A session. Books will be available to purchase in partnership with the Book Cellar in Logan Square.
Mexico vs. Serbia | Friendly | 9:00 PM
The last tuneup before the World Cup begins for El Tri! We’re hoping to see a lot of Berwyn’s own Brian Gutiérrez in this one and throughout the World Cup.
Friday
We’ve got a ton on tap for the night before the USMNT takes on Germany here in Chicago. Come early, stay late, and see some special guests who will add to our count of “World Cup players who have visited Soccer House,” which currently stands at two.
Sticker Swap | 5:00 pm
Starting this Friday at 5:00pm and continuing every Friday through the summer, we’ll set up shop in the Shop to help friends new and old fill out sticker albums. Bring your books and your duplicates. We’ll have fresh packs for sale as well.
First Touch ‘26 Live | Golden Boot Draft | 6:30 PM
Join hosts Susannah Fuller, Matt Doyle, and David Gass for a live podcast recording of the First Touch ‘26 Golden Boot Draft! The First Touch team will preview the upcoming USMNT vs Germany match as well as make their picks for the tournament’s Golden Boot.
First Touch will be featuring a daily studio show every morning during the tournament to cover the biggest stories through the FIFA World Cup 2026 — from players and matches to politics, culture, host cities, the fan experience, and beyond. The hosts, alongside a rotating cast of journalists and experts, deliver smart, inclusive analysis and deep dives into everything shaping the biggest World Cup ever.
Barra 76 | Previa | 7:00 PM
Party alongside Chicago’s chapter of Barra 76, a group of passionate supporters of the US national teams who will be making Soccer House their home for every USMNT match.
Saturday
USA Men vs. Germany | Friendly | 1:30 PM
If you’re heading down to Soldier Field, There is no better place for a pre-match brunch. If you don’t have tickets to the sold out match, come by to watch!
England vs. New Zealand | Friendly | 3:00 PM
Brazil vs. Egypt | Friendly | 3:00 PM
USA Women vs. Brazil | Friendly | 4:30 PM
It’s a double header for the USA. Stick around after the MNT for some triple espresso.
Passing Pattern Magazine | Issue 4 Launch Party | 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Issue 4 is almost here, and we’re hosting the U.S. launch featuring a writer panel, a conversation about the issue and the game, and Crossbar Syndicate making custom shirts on the spot so bring something from home or pick one up in the shop. RSVP Here If there's something you want us to get into on the panel, leave a note when you sign up.
Partnerships and Pop-Ups!
We have an awesome lineup of fun set for the summer. Here is some of what we’re looking at! For all the latest and more details closer to the events, be sure to follow us on instagram.
The Matchday Cafe
In partnership with The Coffee Plug, who selects and roasts our custom blends exclusively for Soccer House, we’re turning the Lounge into the ultimate World Cup coffee shop. It will be the place to grab a cup of coffee, relive yesterday's matches, and get some work done before you strap in for another day of World Cup action. We’ll have the door at 1226 W Grand Ave open to serve our full coffee menu (no food though!) every day of the World Cup starting at 7:00 am and ending 1 hour before the first kickoff. Be on the lookout for special matchday lattes!
Meet Jonathan Dos Santos at the World Cup Opener
We’ll be adding one more to our roster of World Cup players who have visited Soccer House by welcoming Jonathan Dos Santos for the first match of the 2026 World Cup along with our friends at Gran Centenario Tequila. It’s the official tequila of El Tri and the heart of the margarita we’ll be serving up all World Cup on the roof.
AFC Bournemouth x Soccer House
We have teamed up on a special World Cup edition Tyler Adams kit to celebrate the Bournemouth and USMNT star. There will be only 75 available exclusively in the Soccer House Shop. Keep an eye out on our instagram for the drop date.
Friends and Neighbors
We are bringing friends and neighbors out to celebrate the tournament with pop-ups, special menu items, and more. Keep an eye out for dates and times, but expect these awesome restaurants (and maybe some more!) to be bringing their flair to Soccer House:
Pizza’mici
Elina’s
El Che
5 Rabanitos
Bocadillo Market
Mister Tiger
Obelix
Le Bouchon
Hatty’s
The Prospect
Supporters Golf Club
Coming in for a U.S. Open (of Golf) and World Cup crossover, Supporters Golf Club brings unique soccer-inspired golf merchandise that pays homage to legendary teams and their dedicated fanbases.