Your guide to Cincinnati ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup

TQL Stadium, home of MLS’ Cincinnati FC side is arguably one of the best atmospheres for soccer in the nation. | Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images From tickets to where to go once you’re in town, consider this your handy cheat sheet So, your favorite team is coming to Cincinnati for this summer’s FIFA Club World Cup, but you know very little about the city, the stadium and what to expect from all of it? Our soccer team here at SBNation, in partnership with Michelob Ultra, are here to answer your frequently asked questions and deliver a mini breakdown of sorts of each city, from the teams to expect to the places you need to check out while you’re in town. Here’s what to look forward to in Cincinnati. What teams are coming to Cincinnati? Cincy will showcase four group stage matches inside TQL Stadium, built in 2021 for Major League Soccer’s Cincinnati FC. Those games are (all times Eastern): Sunday, June 15: Bayern Munich vs. Auckland City FC, noon Wednesday, June 18: CF Pachuca vs. FC Salzburg, 6 p.m. Saturday, June 21: Mamelodi Sundowns FC vs. Borussia Dortmund, noon Wednesday, June 25: Borussia Dortmund vs. Ulsan HD, 3 p.m. Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images German giants Borussia Dortmund will play two matches inside TQL on June 21 and again on June 25. Who do I contact to inquire about tickets, guest services and parking? While starting with FIFA.com, the official ticket provider for the Club World Cup is your starting point to get in the game, TQL Stadium has a comprehensive list of who to connect with for all of the above, including parking information and how to secure a spot even before you arrive. I don’t have a ticket but I want to check out the game. Any suggestions? While many establishments have live broadcasts of soccer. These are the ones we’ve been told should be full of fans for the game. The Pitch: Can’t get any closer to the action inside than this pub right outside the stadium with a number of giant screens and even a 3v3 soccer field right outside if you want to jump in a game or two. | 1430 Central Parkway, website. Higher Gravity: This spot has two locations both dedicated to soccer and both pack crowds in for games of all types. So don’t be surprised if you find yourself in the mix as soon as you open the door. | 4106 Hamilton Avenue or 10241 Summit Parkway, website. Photo by Jason Whitman/NurPhoto via Getty Images While in town, check out Findlay Market, the oldest working market in Ohio. I’m in Cincinnati for a few days. What should I do? Cincinnati Music Hall is a sight you have to check out whether you’re a fan of classical music or not. The architecture of the building and its story alone is worth discovering. Taking a page from the Public Market in Seattle, Findlay Market lays claim as the oldest working market in Ohio. Traveling with kids? Highly suggest exploring Washington Park, which has a place for you to relax, while check out the splash park and fountains, or its sprawling playground. Depending on when you’re there you might get treated to a concert or pop-up market as well.

Apr 1, 2025 - 13:49

Your guide to Cincinnati ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup

FC Cincinnati v Toronto FC — TQL Stadium, home of MLS’ Cincinnati FC side is arguably one of the best atmospheres for soccer in the nation. | Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images

From tickets to where to go once you’re in town, consider this your handy cheat sheet

So, your favorite team is coming to Cincinnati for this summer’s FIFA Club World Cup, but you know very little about the city, the stadium and what to expect from all of it?

Our soccer team here at SBNation, in partnership with Michelob Ultra, are here to answer your frequently asked questions and deliver a mini breakdown of sorts of each city, from the teams to expect to the places you need to check out while you’re in town.

Here’s what to look forward to in Cincinnati.

What teams are coming to Cincinnati?

Cincy will showcase four group stage matches inside TQL Stadium, built in 2021 for Major League Soccer’s Cincinnati FC.

Those games are (all times Eastern):

Sunday, June 15: Bayern Munich vs. Auckland City FC, noon
Wednesday, June 18: CF Pachuca vs. FC Salzburg, 6 p.m.
Saturday, June 21: Mamelodi Sundowns FC vs. Borussia Dortmund, noon
Wednesday, June 25: Borussia Dortmund vs. Ulsan HD, 3 p.m.

Borussia Dortmund v 1. FSV Mainz 05 - Bundesliga — German giants Borussia Dortmund will play two matches inside TQL on June 21 and again on June 25.

Who do I contact to inquire about tickets, guest services and parking?

While starting with FIFA.com, the official ticket provider for the Club World Cup is your starting point to get in the game, TQL Stadium has a comprehensive list of who to connect with for all of the above, including parking information and how to secure a spot even before you arrive.

I don’t have a ticket but I want to check out the game. Any suggestions?

While many establishments have live broadcasts of soccer. These are the ones we’ve been told should be full of fans for the game.

The Pitch: Can’t get any closer to the action inside than this pub right outside the stadium with a number of giant screens and even a 3v3 soccer field right outside if you want to jump in a game or two. | 1430 Central Parkway, website.

Higher Gravity: This spot has two locations both dedicated to soccer and both pack crowds in for games of all types. So don’t be surprised if you find yourself in the mix as soon as you open the door. | 4106 Hamilton Avenue or 10241 Summit Parkway, website.

Ohio Businesses Reopen Amid Coronavirus Emergency — While in town, check out Findlay Market, the oldest working market in Ohio.

I’m in Cincinnati for a few days. What should I do?

Cincinnati Music Hall is a sight you have to check out whether you’re a fan of classical music or not. The architecture of the building and its story alone is worth discovering. Taking a page from the Public Market in Seattle, Findlay Market lays claim as the oldest working market in Ohio.

Traveling with kids? Highly suggest exploring Washington Park, which has a place for you to relax, while check out the splash park and fountains, or its sprawling playground. Depending on when you’re there you might get treated to a concert or pop-up market as well.