International soccer is coming to Columbus this summer for a crucial World Cup warm-up. Ecuador and Guatemala will face off in a friendly match at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field on June 7 at 4 p.m., a key fixture for both squads as they build towards the historic 2026 tournament.

Ecuador, a formidable South American side ranked 23rd in the world, will use this match to fine-tune their strategy. They bring a squad featuring top-tier European talent like Chelsea's Moises Caicedo and PSG's William Pacho, fresh off a solid 1-1 draw with the Netherlands in March. Their preparation is already underway, with the team training at the Columbus Crew's state-of-the-art OhioHealth Performance Center.

For Guatemala, ranked 96th, this game represents a massive opportunity. Still chasing their first-ever World Cup qualification, La Bicolor will look to rebound from a recent loss and test themselves against high-level competition. Their roster includes a familiar face for Crew fans: backup goalkeeper Nicholas Hagen, who will suit up for his national team on familiar turf.

For fans looking to catch the action, Crew season-ticket holders get first access with a presale starting April 9. General public tickets will be available beginning April 13. This match offers a perfect preview of the world-class soccer coming to North America, with the 2026 World Cup set to kick off across 16 cities in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico the following week.