2026 FIFA World Cup Stadiums: Complete Guide to All 16 Venues

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is the largest football tournament ever staged. Three nations co-host for the first time: the United States, Mexico, and Canada. A total of 48 teams will play 104 matches across 16 stadiums from June 11 to July 19, 2026.

This guide covers every venue with its official FIFA tournament name, capacity, full match schedule, and renovation status. All match data is verified against the official FIFA World Cup 2026 venue pages.

Tournament Quick Facts:

• Dates: June 11 to July 19, 2026 (39 days)
• Teams: 48 (expanded from 32)
• Total matches: 104
• Host countries: United States (78 matches), Mexico (13 matches), Canada (13 matches)
• Final venue: MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey (FIFA name: New York New Jersey Stadium)
• Opening match venue: Estadio Azteca, Mexico City (FIFA name: Mexico City Stadium)
• Bronze Final venue: Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens (FIFA name: Miami Stadium)

All 16 World Cup 2026 Stadiums at a Glance

The 16 venues are sorted by capacity, from largest to smallest. AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas is the biggest at 92,967 seats and hosts the most matches at nine, including a Semi-Final on July 14. BMO Field in Toronto is the smallest at 45,736 seats.

Stadium	City	FIFA Tournament Name	Capacity	Matches	Roof
AT&T Stadium	Arlington, TX	Dallas Stadium	92,967	9	Retractable
Estadio Azteca	Mexico City	Mexico City Stadium	87,500	5	Partial canopy
MetLife Stadium	East Rutherford, NJ	New York New Jersey Stadium	82,500	8	Open
Arrowhead Stadium	Kansas City, MO	Kansas City Stadium	76,640	6	Open
NRG Stadium	Houston, TX	Houston Stadium	72,220	7	Retractable
Mercedes-Benz Stadium	Atlanta, GA	Atlanta Stadium	71,000	8	Retractable
Levi’s Stadium	Santa Clara, CA	San Francisco Bay Area Stadium	70,909	6	Open
SoFi Stadium	Inglewood, CA	Los Angeles Stadium	70,240	8	Translucent canopy
Lincoln Financial Field	Philadelphia, PA	Philadelphia Stadium	69,328	6	Open
Lumen Field	Seattle, WA	Seattle Stadium	68,740	6	Open
Hard Rock Stadium	Miami Gardens, FL	Miami Stadium	65,000	7	Canopy
Gillette Stadium	Foxborough, MA	Boston Stadium	64,628	7	Open
BC Place	Vancouver, BC	BC Place Vancouver	54,500	7	Retractable
Estadio BBVA	Monterrey	Monterrey Stadium	53,500	4	Partial canopy
Estadio Akron	Zapopan (Guadalajara)	Guadalajara Stadium	48,000	4	Partial canopy
BMO Field	Toronto, ON	Toronto Stadium	45,736	6	Open

United States Stadiums (11 Venues)

The United States hosts 78 of 104 total matches. Every game from the quarterfinals onward is played on American soil.

MetLife Stadium (East Rutherford, New Jersey)

Capacity: 82,500 | FIFA Name: New York New Jersey Stadium | Matches: 8

MetLife Stadium hosts the World Cup Final on July 19, 2026. The New York Giants and New York Jets share this venue. A two-phase renovation enlarged the field to FIFA’s 105m x 68m specification by replacing 1,740 corner seats with a modular steel composite seating system. Phase I finished in May 2024 and Phase II in May 2025. A natural grass pitch replaces the synthetic surface for the tournament.

Confirmed matches:

• June 13: Brazil vs Morocco (M7, Group C)
• June 16: France vs Senegal (M17, Group I)
• June 22: Norway vs Senegal (M41, Group I)
• June 25: Ecuador vs Germany (M56, Group E)
• June 27: Panama vs England (M67, Group L)
• June 30: Round of 32 (M77)
• July 5: Round of 16 (M91)
• July 19: Final (M104)

SoFi Stadium (Inglewood, California)

Capacity: 70,240 | FIFA Name: Los Angeles Stadium | Matches: 8

SoFi Stadium hosts the USA opening game against Paraguay on June 12. At $5.5 billion, SoFi is the most expensive stadium ever built. The Los Angeles Rams and Chargers play here.

The grass system is unique. A hybrid carpet with a Permavoid drainage layer sits on top of the existing NFL turf, raising the playing surface more than two feet. LED grow lights run 18 hours a day between matches because the translucent ETFE canopy filters much of the natural sunlight. Corner suites retract and seating unstacks to widen the pitch to FIFA spec.

Confirmed matches:

• June 12: USA vs Paraguay (M4, Group D)
• June 15: Iran vs New Zealand (M15, Group G)
• June 18: Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Switzerland (M26, Group B)
• June 21: Belgium vs Iran (M39, Group G)
• June 25: Türkiye vs USA (M59, Group D)
• June 28: Round of 32 (M73)
• July 2: Round of 32 (M84)
• July 10: Quarter-Final (M98)

AT&T Stadium (Arlington, Texas)

Capacity: 92,967 | FIFA Name: Dallas Stadium | Matches: 9 (most of any venue)

AT&T Stadium is the largest of all 16 venues. The Dallas Cowboys invested up to $350 million in upgrades. HKS Design raised the playing surface and upgraded the world’s largest HDTV video board. The retractable roof and climate control help in the Texas summer heat. Argentina plays two of its three group games here.

Confirmed matches:

• June 14: Netherlands vs Japan (M11, Group F)
• June 17: England vs Croatia (M22, Group L)
• June 22: Argentina vs Austria (M43, Group J)
• June 25: Japan vs Sweden (M57, Group F)
• June 27: Jordan vs Argentina (M70, Group J)
• June 30: Round of 32 (M78)
• July 3: Round of 32 (M88)
• July 6: Round of 16 (M93)
• July 14: Semi-Final (M101)

Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta, Georgia)

Capacity: 71,000 | FIFA Name: Atlanta Stadium | Matches: 8

Mercedes-Benz Stadium is shared by Atlanta United and the Atlanta Falcons. The grass overhaul is one of the biggest stories at this stadium. The artificial turf came out on January 31, 2026. Crews dug down 7 to 8 inches to build a true root zone. The new pitch is a hybrid blend of Kentucky bluegrass and perennial ryegrass grown in Colorado for over a year. The roof stays closed during all World Cup matches.

Confirmed matches:

• June 15: Spain vs Cape Verde (M14, Group H)
• June 18: Czechia vs South Africa (M25, Group A)
• June 21: Spain vs Saudi Arabia (M38, Group H)
• June 24: Morocco vs Haiti (M50, Group C)
• June 27: DR Congo vs Uzbekistan (M72, Group K)
• July 1: Round of 32 (M80)
• July 7: Round of 16 (M95)
• July 15: Semi-Final (M102)

Levi’s Stadium (Santa Clara, California)

Capacity: 70,909 | FIFA Name: San Francisco Bay Area Stadium | Matches: 6

Levi’s Stadium is the San Francisco 49ers’ home in Silicon Valley. A recent $200 million renovation by Populous delivered the largest outdoor 4K video boards in the NFL. The venue holds LEED Gold certification with solar panels and a green roof. Levi’s Stadium also hosts Super Bowl LX in February 2026.

Confirmed matches:

• June 13: Qatar vs Switzerland (M8, Group B)
• June 16: Austria vs Jordan (M20, Group J)
• June 19: Türkiye vs Paraguay (M31, Group D)
• June 22: Jordan vs Algeria (M44, Group J)
• June 25: Paraguay vs Australia (M60, Group D)
• July 1: Round of 32 (M81)

NRG Stadium (Houston, Texas)

Capacity: 72,220 | FIFA Name: Houston Stadium | Matches: 7

NRG Stadium was the first NFL stadium with a retractable roof. Climate control is critical in Houston’s summer heat. The venue handles two Portugal group stage matches plus games featuring Germany and the Netherlands.

Confirmed matches:

• June 14: Germany vs Curaçao (M10, Group E)
• June 17: DR Congo vs Portugal (M23, Group K)
• June 20: Sweden vs Netherlands (M35, Group F)
• June 23: Portugal vs Uzbekistan (M47, Group K)
• June 26: Cape Verde vs Saudi Arabia (M65, Group H)
• June 29: Round of 32 (M76)
• July 4: Round of 16 (M90)

Arrowhead Stadium (Kansas City, Missouri)

Capacity: 76,640 | FIFA Name: Kansas City Stadium | Matches: 6

Arrowhead Stadium is home to the Kansas City Chiefs, who built one of sport’s loudest home environments here. Fans set the Guinness World Record at 142.2 decibels in 2014. The classic bowl design pushes noise down onto the field. This 1972 venue is the oldest stadium at the tournament.

Confirmed matches:

• June 16: Argentina vs Algeria (M19, Group J)
• June 20: Ecuador vs Curaçao (M34, Group E)
• June 25: Tunisia vs Netherlands (M58, Group F)
• June 27: Algeria vs Austria (M69, Group J)
• July 3: Round of 32 (M87)
• July 11: Quarter-Final (M100)

Gillette Stadium (Foxborough, Massachusetts)

Capacity: 64,628 | FIFA Name: Boston Stadium | Matches: 7

Gillette Stadium is shared by the New England Patriots and Revolution about 30 miles from Boston. A $250 million renovation in 2023 added a 22-story Lighthouse tower with a 360-degree observation deck and the country’s largest outdoor curved video board.

The grass install began the day after the Patriots’ 2025 NFL season ended. Crews spent six weeks removing turf and 10 inches of gravel, then rebuilt with sand and porous ceramic. Sod came from a New Jersey farm. Michigan State professor Trey Rogers leads the World Cup grass program. Brazil and France tested the pitch on March 26, 2026, with France winning 2-1 in front of 66,215 fans.

Confirmed matches:

• June 13: Haiti vs Scotland (M5, Group C)
• June 16: Iraq vs Norway (M18, Group I)
• June 19: Scotland vs Morocco (M30, Group C)
• June 23: England vs Ghana (M45, Group L)
• June 26: Norway vs France (M61, Group I)
• June 29: Round of 32 (M74)
• July 9: Quarter-Final (M97)

Lincoln Financial Field (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania)

Capacity: 69,328 | FIFA Name: Philadelphia Stadium | Matches: 6

Lincoln Financial Field is locally known as “The Linc.” The Philadelphia Eagles fill this venue with passionate fans. The stadium already has natural grass, so it needs far fewer changes than other venues.

Confirmed matches:

• June 14: Côte d’Ivoire vs Ecuador (M9, Group E)
• June 19: Haiti vs Brazil (Group C)
• June 22: Iraq vs France (M42, Group I)
• June 25: Curaçao vs Côte d’Ivoire (M55, Group E)
• June 27: Croatia vs Ghana (M68, Group L)
• July 4: Round of 16 (M89)

Lumen Field (Seattle, Washington)

Capacity: 68,740 | FIFA Name: Seattle Stadium | Matches: 6

Lumen Field is shared by the Seattle Seahawks and Sounders in this horseshoe-shaped venue. Washington state approved $19.4 million for upgrades, including temporary natural grass, new backed seats, turnstiles, and security cameras. The total state World Cup budget reached $46.6 million. About 750,000 visitors are expected in Seattle during the tournament.

Confirmed matches:

• June 15: Belgium vs Egypt (M16, Group G)
• June 19: USA vs Australia (M32, Group D)
• June 24: Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar (M52, Group B)
• June 26: Egypt vs Iran (M63, Group G)
• July 1: Round of 32 (M82)
• July 6: Round of 16 (M94)

Hard Rock Stadium (Miami Gardens, Florida)

Capacity: 65,000 | FIFA Name: Miami Stadium | Matches: 7

Hard Rock Stadium is the Miami Dolphins’ home and already has natural Bermuda grass, so it needs no turf swap. A $500 million renovation in 2016 added a roof canopy, new seats, and party terraces. The venue also hosts the F1 Miami Grand Prix and the Miami Open tennis tournament. Hard Rock Stadium hosts the Bronze Final on July 18 between the two losing semifinalists.

Confirmed matches:

• June 15: Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay (M13, Group H)
• June 21: Uruguay vs Cape Verde (M37, Group H)
• June 24: Scotland vs Brazil (M49, Group C)
• June 27: Colombia vs Portugal (M71, Group K)
• July 3: Round of 32 (M86)
• July 11: Quarter-Final (M99)
• July 18: Bronze Final (M103)

Mexico Stadiums (3 Venues)

Mexico hosted the World Cup in 1970 and 1986. All three 2026 venues bring deep football history.

Estadio Azteca (Mexico City)

Capacity: 87,500 | FIFA Name: Mexico City Stadium | Matches: 5

Estadio Azteca becomes the first stadium in history to host matches at three World Cups (1970, 1986, 2026). The opening match on June 11 features Mexico vs South Africa.

The stadium closed in May 2024 for a major renovation and reopened on March 28, 2026 after 665 days. Capacity rose to roughly 87,500 after crews removed lounges and restored original lower stands. Upgrades include a 250-speaker sound system, two video screens, new locker rooms, and a hybrid pitch. A new roof carries photovoltaic panels for sustainability. About 10 kilometers of surrounding roads were repaved.

The venue carries the commercial name Estadio Banorte after a 2025 sponsorship deal. FIFA rules ban commercial names during the tournament, so the stadium goes by Mexico City Stadium in all official 2026 World Cup materials.

Confirmed matches:

• June 11: Mexico vs South Africa (M1, Group A, opening match)
• June 17: Uzbekistan vs Colombia (M24, Group K)
• June 24: Czechia vs Mexico (M53, Group A)
• June 30: Round of 32 (M79)
• July 5: Round of 16 (M92)

Estadio BBVA (Monterrey, Nuevo León)

Capacity: 53,500 | FIFA Name: Monterrey Stadium | Matches: 4

Estadio BBVA is home to CF Monterrey. The 2015 stadium sits in Guadalupe within the Monterrey metro area and offers views of Cerro de la Silla mountain. Only minor updates were needed, including new natural grass. The Tunisia vs Japan match on June 20 is the 1,000th match in FIFA World Cup history.

Confirmed matches:

• June 14: Sweden vs Tunisia (M12, Group F)
• June 20: Tunisia vs Japan (M36, Group F, the 1,000th World Cup match)
• June 24: South Africa vs Korea Republic (M54, Group A)
• June 29: Round of 32 (M75)

Estadio Akron (Zapopan / Guadalajara, Jalisco)

Capacity: 48,000 | FIFA Name: Guadalajara Stadium | Matches: 4

Estadio Akron is home to CD Guadalajara (Chivas) in this volcano-shaped stadium in Zapopan, on the western edge of the Guadalajara metro area. This is the only venue with no knockout stage matches. New grass, LED video boards, and a fresh audio system went in. The Uruguay vs Spain clash on June 26 is the marquee fixture.

Confirmed matches:

• June 11: Korea Republic vs Czechia (M2, Group A)
• June 18: Mexico vs Korea Republic (M28, Group A)
• June 23: Colombia vs DR Congo (M48, Group K)
• June 26: Uruguay vs Spain (M66, Group H)

Canada Stadiums (2 Venues)

Canada hosts men’s World Cup matches for the first time ever.

BMO Field (Toronto, Ontario)

Capacity: 45,736 | FIFA Name: Toronto Stadium | Matches: 6

BMO Field is Toronto FC’s home, which went through a $157.9 million renovation, with the City of Toronto contributing $132.9 million. Capacity expanded from 30,000 to 45,736 through temporary stands. BMO Field is the smallest stadium at the tournament. Canada plays its opening match here on June 12. Deloitte Canada projects up to $940 million in economic impact for the Greater Toronto Area.

Confirmed matches:

• June 12: Canada vs Bosnia and Herzegovina (M3, Group B, Canada’s opening match)
• June 17: Ghana vs Panama (M21, Group L)
• June 20: Germany vs Côte d’Ivoire (M33, Group E)
• June 23: Panama vs Croatia (M46, Group L)
• June 26: Iraq vs Senegal (M62, Group I)
• July 2: Round of 32 (M83)

BC Place (Vancouver, British Columbia)

Capacity: 54,500 | FIFA Name: BC Place Vancouver | Matches: 7

BC Place hosted the 2010 Winter Olympics ceremonies and the 2015 Women’s World Cup Final. Upgrades cost $171 to $181 million and include new elevators, dressing rooms, a replaced video scoreboard, and three new hospitality spaces. Natural grass from the Fraser Valley goes in for the tournament. This is one of only two venues that retains its non-commercial name during the tournament.

Confirmed matches:

• June 13: Türkiye vs Australia (M6, Group D)
• June 18: Canada vs Qatar (M27, Group B)
• June 21: New Zealand vs Egypt (M40, Group G)
• June 24: Switzerland vs Canada (M51, Group B)
• June 26: New Zealand vs Belgium (M64, Group G)
• July 2: Round of 32 (M85)
• July 7: Round of 16 (M96)

Vancouver expects over 350,000 visitors during the tournament. The FIFA Fan Festival takes place at Hastings Park in a new $104 million amphitheatre.

How FIFA Organized the 16 Host Cities by Region

FIFA split the 16 host cities into three regions so teams travel less during the group stage. Groups stay within their assigned region. Three time zones cover the schedule.

Region	Cities	Country split	Time zone
Western	Vancouver, Seattle, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Guadalajara	3 USA, 1 Canada, 1 Mexico	Pacific
Central	Monterrey, Mexico City, Kansas City, Dallas, Houston, Atlanta	4 USA, 2 Mexico	Central
Eastern	Toronto, Boston, New York/New Jersey, Philadelphia, Miami	4 USA, 1 Canada	Eastern

Tournament Format for 2026 World Cup

The tournament expands to 48 teams in 12 groups of 4. The top 2 from each group advance, along with the 8 best third-place teams. That creates a Round of 32 for the first time ever in World Cup history. The total comes to 104 matches over 39 days. You can check the full schedule here.

How All 16 Stadiums Are Switching to Natural Grass

Eight stadiums normally use artificial turf: MetLife, AT&T, SoFi, Mercedes-Benz, Gillette, Lumen Field, NRG, and BC Place. All eight are installing temporary natural grass for the tournament.

Michigan State’s Trey Rogers and Tennessee’s John Sorochan have led the grass program since 2019. Each venue gets a different grass species. Toronto uses Kentucky bluegrass. Miami has Bermuda grass. Mexico City uses Kikuyu grass for altitude. Seattle and Los Angeles get a bluegrass-ryegrass mix.

All 16 pitches use a hybrid surface: 90 to 95 percent natural grass with 5 to 10 percent synthetic fiber. The Copa America 2024 taught organizers to install earlier and build deeper root zones.

Key Matches and Dates to Know

• June 11: Mexico vs South Africa at Estadio Azteca (M1, opening match) and Korea Republic vs Czechia at Estadio Akron (M2)
• June 12: USA vs Paraguay at SoFi Stadium (M4) and Canada vs Bosnia and Herzegovina at BMO Field (M3)
• June 20: Tunisia vs Japan at Estadio BBVA (M36, the 1,000th World Cup match)
• June 26: Uruguay vs Spain at Estadio Akron (M66) and Norway vs France at Gillette Stadium (M61)
• June 28 to July 3: Round of 32 across 16 venues
• July 4 to 7: Round of 16 in Houston, Philadelphia, MetLife, AT&T, Lumen Field, Atlanta, Mexico City, BMO Field, BC Place
• July 9 to 11: Quarterfinals in Boston, Los Angeles, Miami, and Kansas City
• July 14: Semi-Final at AT&T Stadium in Dallas (M101)
• July 15: Semi-Final at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta (M102)
• July 18: Bronze Final at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami (M103)
• July 19: Final at MetLife Stadium (M104)

The final will feature the first halftime show in World Cup history. The show is curated by Coldplay’s Chris Martin and Phil Harvey, in association with Global Citizen. FIFA confirms multiple artists will perform during an extended halftime break, but the full lineup has not been announced.

Stadium Rules and Requirements Set by FIFA

Every venue needs at least 40,000 seats for group games. Quarterfinal venues need 60,000. The final venue needs 80,000. All pitches must measure 105m x 68m with natural grass. Every seat must have a back.

Four stadiums have retractable roofs with climate control: Dallas, Houston, Atlanta, and Vancouver. SoFi in Los Angeles has a translucent fixed canopy but no air conditioning. FIFA scheduled early matches at covered stadiums to handle summer heat. Following the heat issues at the 2025 Club World Cup, FIFA confirmed all 2026 matches will include a mid-half cooling break regardless of temperature.

A total of 14 of 16 stadiums use neutral city-based names during the tournament. BC Place and Estadio Azteca are the two exceptions to the rebrand pattern.

How to Get FIFA World Cup 2026 Tickets

The Last-Minute Sales Phase is live now. It launched on April 1, 2026 at 11:00 AM ET and runs until the tournament ends. Tickets are first come first served on FIFA.com/tickets, with no lottery and no application required. New ticket drops happen on a rolling basis, including same-day releases for some matches.

As of early May 2026, more than 5 million tickets have already sold and around 90 percent of inventory is gone. About 80 group-stage matches still have tickets available. Marquee fixtures featuring Argentina, Brazil, England, and France carry the highest demand. The Mexico vs South Africa opener and around 16 other matches have sold out.

Prices start around $60 for Supporter Entry tickets distributed through national federations. General public group stage tickets start around $118. Final tickets in Category 1 reach $7,875. Dynamic pricing means costs shift with demand. The official FIFA Resale Marketplace also reopened on April 2 and lets fans transfer or resell their tickets.

For a full breakdown, check our complete 2026 World Cup ticket guide.

How to Choose the Best Stadium for Your Tickets

With 16 venues and 104 matches, picking the right stadium can shape your entire World Cup experience. A few practical tips:

Pick by team if you have a favorite. Argentina plays two group games at AT&T Stadium and one at Arrowhead. Brazil plays at MetLife (vs Morocco), Hard Rock (vs Scotland), and Lincoln Financial (vs Haiti). England plays at AT&T, Gillette, and MetLife. France plays at MetLife, Lincoln Financial, and Gillette. USA plays all three home games on the West Coast: SoFi (twice) and Lumen Field.

Pick by stage if you want knockout drama. Quarterfinals are at AT&T, SoFi, Hard Rock, Gillette, and Arrowhead. Semi-Finals are at AT&T (July 14) and Mercedes-Benz (July 15). The Bronze Final is at Hard Rock on July 18. The Final is at MetLife on July 19.

Pick by climate if heat is a concern. Roofed venues (AT&T, NRG, Mercedes-Benz, BC Place) have full climate control. SoFi’s translucent canopy filters sunlight but does not air-condition. Open-air venues in Houston, Miami, and Dallas can hit 35°C+ in June and July.

Pick by ticket value. Mexican venues generally offer lower face-value pricing than US venues for comparable matches. Estadio Akron and Estadio BBVA carry some of the lowest entry prices on the tournament. The most expensive seats are at the Final, Semi-Finals, and any match featuring Argentina, Brazil, or England.

Pick by atmosphere if you want a memorable crowd. Arrowhead Stadium holds the Guinness Record for loudest crowd. Estadio Azteca hosts the opening match with Mexico playing on home soil. BMO Field’s smaller size creates intimate fan energy. BC Place hosts both Canada home games.

For full transit, parking, and seating details on each venue, see the individual stadium guides linked throughout this page.

What Makes the 2026 World Cup Different

This is the first World Cup with 48 teams, three host nations, and 104 matches. The tournament introduces a Round of 32 for the first time. Estadio Azteca becomes the first stadium to host three World Cups. The final at MetLife Stadium will feature the first halftime show in World Cup history.

The 39-day tournament is the longest ever. Fans will experience everything from Miami’s summer heat to Vancouver’s mild Pacific weather to Mexico City’s 7,350-foot altitude.

Which World Cup 2026 stadium has the best atmosphere

Several venues are expected to deliver standout atmospheres. Arrowhead Stadium holds the Guinness World Record for loudest crowd at an outdoor stadium (142.2 decibels in 2014), thanks to its bowl design that pushes sound onto the field. Estadio Azteca in Mexico City brings deep World Cup heritage as the only venue to host three tournaments.

BC Place will be electric for both Canada home games. Estadio Akron, home to Chivas de Guadalajara, is one of the loudest grounds in Liga MX. BMO Field’s smaller capacity creates an intimate fan environment for Canada’s opener. The atmosphere at any venue ultimately depends on the matchup, but these five consistently rank highest among traveling fans.

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