On Wednesday, February 4, 2026, starting at 10:00 a.m. Mountain Time, individual tickets for Real Salt Lake’s 2026 Major League Soccer season will be available to the general public at www.RSL.com. Fans can purchase tickets for 16 of RSL’s regular-season games, including home and away matches, while the highly anticipated April 22 game against Inter Miami CF featuring Lionel Messi is not part of the immediate public sale. Instead, fans registered on the Miami Waitlist will have priority access to buy tickets for that match beginning Wednesday, February 11.
Highlights of the 2026 MLS Season Schedule and Star Players
Real Salt Lake’s 2026 campaign spans 34 regular-season games, evenly split between home matches at America First Field in Sandy, Utah, and away fixtures. The schedule includes several visits from internationally renowned players amid the excitement surrounding the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will take place in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Notable stars expected to appear at America First Field include Son Heung-min from Los Angeles Football Club on September 5, German champions Thomas Müller with Vancouver Whitecaps FC on September 19, Mexican favorite Chucky Lozano of San Diego FC on April 18, and German player Marco Reus representing LA Galaxy on November 7.
Real Salt Lake will launch their season on the road at Vancouver Whitecaps FC’s home ground in British Columbia on Saturday, February 21. Their home opener at America First Field will follow on Saturday, February 28, against reigning Leagues Cup champion Seattle Sounders FC. The season will culminate at home during the “Decision Day” on Saturday, November 7, with a meeting against Reus and the LA Galaxy.
Additional matches for Real Salt Lake in the 2026 Leagues Cup tournament, likely involving opponents from Mexico’s Liga MX, will be announced shortly.
Exclusive Access to the Lionel Messi Inter Miami Match
The April 22 game against Inter Miami CF, featuring global superstar Lionel Messi, is excluded from the general sale to manage high demand. Fans who wish to attend this game must sign up for the priority waitlist to gain early access to tickets one week after the general on-sale event, with purchases beginning February 11. This ensures that Real Salt Lake’s season ticket holders and dedicated supporters have priority for this standout match.
Season Structure Adjustments and Impact of the 2026 FIFA World Cup
For the first eight weeks of the 2026 season, Real Salt Lake will alternate between home and away games. The Messi game will serve as the opening match in a series of five consecutive home fixtures. Due to the midseason break for the FIFA World Cup, MLS schedule pauses between May 16 and August 15, resulting in no league fixtures during that span. However, multiple Leagues Cup matches against Liga MX teams could take place at America First Field beginning in early August, shortly after the MLS All-Star Game scheduled for July 29 in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Real Salt Lake will conclude the regular season in early November, followed by a FIFA international window before the start of the Aud 2026 MLS Cup Playoffs—a month-long postseason culminating in the 2026 MLS Cup championship game. Details for the complete playoff schedule will be announced later.
Broadcast and Streaming Options for All 2026 Matches
Beginning with the 2026 season, all Real Salt Lake matches in Major League Soccer will be available for streaming through Apple TV without any extra subscription fees or blackout restrictions worldwide, expanding access for fans globally. Locally, English-language broadcasts will continue on KSL Sports Zone via 97.5 FM and 1280 AM radio, while Spanish broadcasts can be heard on Alpha Media’s 102.3 KDUT FM and 106.3 FM KBMG. The club will provide updates on promotional and theme nights later in the year.
Preseason Performance and Final Preparation Matches
Real Salt Lake’s players, coaches, and staff recently returned to Utah after a training camp and preseason matches in Lagos, Portugal, where they competed in the Atlantic Cup tournament. The team played five games in total, winning key matches against Danish SuperLiga teams Randers FC (2-1) and Brøndby IF (2-1), with goal contributions from Dominik Marczuk, Tyler Wolff, Alex Katranis, and a trialist whose name remains undisclosed. U.S. World Cup prospect Diego Luna contributed multiple assists, supported by Noel Caliskan and Sam Junqua in setting up goals. RSL’s final preseason match in Portugal against MLS Western Conference rivals FC Dallas ended in a 0-2 loss in regular time and 1-1 draw after an extra period.
Following the Portugal stint, Real Salt Lake will finish its preseason in Southern California with two home-opener tune-up games: facing Orange County SC, the former club of RSL’s defender Kobi Henry, on Saturday, February 7, and then the 2024 MLS Cup champions, LA Galaxy, on Friday, February 13. Players newly acquired for the 2026 season, including forward Morgan Guilavogui, midfielder Stijn Spierings, forward Sergi Solans, along with late preseason arrivals Victor Olatunji and Ari Piol, are expected to feature prominently in these matches.
Season Ticket Packages and Availability
Fans eager to secure seats for Real Salt Lake’s 2026 season, including single-game tickets, season ticket packages, partial plans, group tickets, and premium seating options, can access all offerings now at www.RSL.com/tickets. Both February games—the season opener on the road and the home opener at America First Field—begin at 5:30 p.m. Mountain Time, providing an early opportunity to get engaged with the new season.
Real Salt Lake Leadership on 2026 Season Excitement and Demand
“This is a can’t-miss season. We expect incredible demand from our season ticket holders and our ever-broadening fan base. We are excited to offer a priority waitlist and multiple ticket options for fans,”
said John Kimball, President of Business Operations for Real Salt Lake.
“This year’s slate brings players and teams to the pitch that will unite and inspire our local sports and entertainment community. Major League Soccer is on the rise, and today’s announcement highlights this momentum.”
Looking Ahead to Real Salt Lake’s 2026 MLS Experience
The 2026 season promises to be a pivotal year for Real Salt Lake as the club balances competitive play, major international events like the World Cup, and visits from some of soccer’s biggest global icons. With ticket sales now open for nearly all matches and priority opportunities for the marquee Messi game, the team aims to strengthen its bond with loyal supporters while attracting new fans. The anticipated Leagues Cup fixtures and playoff runs will further shape a high-stakes, exciting season for both players and fans alike.
