SoFi Stadium workers prepare to vote on potential strike before World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 10:54 PM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
Unionized workers at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, are set to vote June 4-5 to authorize a strike amid ongoing negotiations with stadium operators Legends Global. The vote comes as the FIFA World Cup approaches, with the U.S. men's national team scheduled to play Paraguay on June 12. Union representatives, including Kurt Peterson, cite unresolved issues such as wage increases and concerns over sensitive information requested for background checks, including Social Security numbers. Legends Global stated its commitment to reaching an agreement while delivering hospitality for the World Cup matches. It remains uncertain how a strike might affect the stadium's operations during the tournament.
- •Unionized workers to vote on strike June 4-5.
- •U.S. men's national team plays Paraguay on June 12.
- •Key issues include wage increases and background check concerns.
- •Legends Global aims for fair agreement amid rising tensions.
- •Potential strike may disrupt World Cup operations at the stadium.
- 10:54 PMYahoo Sports — Potential strike at SoFi looms as World Cup games near
"Unionized workers at SoFi stadium in Inglewood, Calif. are set to vote June 4-5 on whether to authorize a strike as the World Cup games approach.
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