Brazil, Colombia, France and Croatia to Compete in “Road to 26” Series in the U.S. This March
Four matches will take place in Boston, Orlando and Washington D.C. markets
ORLANDO, Florida — Four of international soccer’s top men’s national teams will take the pitch in the United States this March as South America’s Brazil and Colombia meet Europe’s France and Croatia on the “Road to 26.”
The series of matches, played in three major U.S. markets in Boston, Orlando and Washington, D.C., will serve as the final tests before this summer.
Tickets for all four matches will go on sale on Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026, at 10 a.m. ET. Fans may register for exclusive presale access at RoadTo26.com.
Road to 26 is co-promoted by Unified Events, Florida Citrus Sports (FCS), Pitch International, Lions Sports & Media and Cardenas Media Network (CMN), bringing elite national teams to major American venues throughout 2026. The current schedule of matches is included below.
Thursday, March 26
Brazil vs. France — Gillette Stadium (Foxborough, Mass.) — 4 p.m. ET*
Colombia vs. Croatia — Camping World Stadium (Orlando, Fla.) — 7:30 p.m. ET*
Sunday, March 29
Colombia vs. France — Northwest Stadium (Landover, Md.) — 3 p.m. ET*
Tuesday, March 31
Brazil vs. Croatia — Camping World Stadium (Orlando, Fla.) — 8 p.m. ET*
* Kickoff times subject to change.
Brazil and France, two of the top five teams in the latest FIFA World Rankings, share one of international football’s most compelling cross-continental rivalries, with more than a dozen previous meetings across all competitions.
The sides previously faced off in the quarterfinals of the 2006 World Cup (a 1-0 France victory) and the 1998 World Cup Final, which France won 3-0. The most recent meeting between the sides took place in March 2015, with Brazil winning 3-1 in a friendly in Paris.
The March 26 matchup in Orlando will mark the first-ever meeting between Colombia and Croatia.
When Colombia and France meet on March 29, it will mark just the fourth all-time contest between the teams, with France holding a 2–1 edge in the series. Colombia’s lone victory came in their most recent meeting, a March 2018 friendly at the Stade de France, where Colombia rallied from a two-goal deficit to earn a 3-2 win.
The March 31 match featuring Brazil and Croatia will serve as a highly anticipated rematch of the teams’ dramatic quarterfinal game at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, where Croatia advanced on penalties. Brazil holds the all-time edge across five previous matches (3-1-1).
WHAT THEY’RE SAYING
“Road to 26 is about creating a globally recognizable platform that brings the world’s elite national teams to multiple U.S. markets during a pivotal period for international soccer in the United States,” said Steve Hogan, CEO of Florida Citrus Sports. “By staging meaningful, world-class matches across several cities, this series gives fans nationwide access to top-level competition while reinforcing the United States’ role as a premier destination for international soccer in 2026.”
“This series reflects our long-term commitment to growing the international game in the United States through premium, destination-level events,” said Jon Sheiman, Senior Vice President of Touring & Unified Events. “Road to 26 brings together iconic teams, compelling rivalries and world-class venues in a cohesive, multi-city format that delivers a consistent, high-quality experience for fans across the country.”
ABOUT ROAD TO 26
Road to 26 is a new U.S.-based international match series created to showcase the world’s top national teams. Co-promoted by Florida Citrus Sports (FCS), Unified Events, Pitch International and Lions Sports & Media, Road to 26 delivers premium match experiences while connecting global supporters to the beautiful game in America.
ABOUT UNIFIED EVENTS
Unified Events brings partner teams closer to their fans and delivers world-class soccer matchups to premier venues across the United States. Since 2021, the organization and its affiliates have managed ticketing and operations for more than 70 international soccer events.
ABOUT FCS
Florida Citrus Sports (FCS) is an Orlando-based nonprofit dedicated to strengthening communities and driving economic impact through world-class events including the FC Series, Cheez-It Citrus Bowl, the Pop-Tarts Bowl and more.
ABOUT LIONS SPORTS & MEDIA
Lions Sports & Media specializes in sports marketing and event management. The company offers services that include organizing sports events, providing brand exposure opportunities, and acting as match agents. With a focus on creating memorable sports experiences, Lions Sports & Media connects brands with audiences through various sports-related activities and events.
ABOUT CARDENAS MEDIA NETWORK
Cardenas Media Network (CMN) creates unique experiences through world-class events and shows. With offices in Chicago, Miami and Bogotá, CMN provide exclusive access to artists, music, and soccer facilities. From concept to execution, its divisions cover creative services, media, digital strategy, experiential marketing, production, and logistics.
ABOUT PITCH INTERNATIONAL
Pitch International is a global sports marketing agency specializing in international event delivery, media rights distribution and commercial partnerships for premier football properties.