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Before Sofi Stadium hosts World Cup games later this summer, another landmark Los Angeles venue will open its doors for notable soccer action.
Officials at the iconic Rose Bowl confirmed Tuesday that Mexico and Australia will clash at the famed Pasadena site on May 30 — just days before the World Cup kicks off in North America.
Mexico currently sits at 16th in the fifa rankings, while Australia comes in 11 spots behind in 27th.
Tickets for the World Cup tune-up go on sale on Feb 24, and will start out with a price tag of $35.
Team Australia will face off with Team Mexico in a World Cup tune-up at the Rose Bowl on May 30. REUTERSThe last time the two international squads faced off was in 2023, when they played to a 2-2 draw. Australia has the lead in the all-time series with two wins, one defeat and three draws.
The World Cup will begin on June 11 — with several major US cities and venues, including Inglewood’s SoFi Stadium, getting games.
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