1. World Cup 2026
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World Cup 2026 stadiums

The 2026 World Cup stadiums consist of 16 football stadiums in Canada, the United States and Mexico. The capacity of the stadiums averages more than 68,000.

These are the stadiums of the 2026 World Cup and their capacity:

  • Atlanta (Mercedes-Benz Stadium): 75,000
  • Boston (Gillette Stadium): 70,000
  • Dallas (AT&T Stadium): 92,967
  • Guadalajara (Estadio Akron): 48,071
  • Houston (NRG Stadium): 72,220
  • Kansas City (Arrowhead Stadium): 76,640
  • Los Angeles (Rose Bowl): 88,432
  • Mexico City (Azteca Stadium): 87,523
  • Miami (Hard Rock Stadium): 67,518
  • Monterrey (BBVA Bancomer Stadium): 53,460
  • New York/New Jersey (MetLife Stadium): 87,157
  • Philadelphia (Lincoln Financial Field): 69,328
  • San Francisco Bay Area (Levi's Stadium): 70,909
  • Seattle (CenturyLink Field): 69,000
  • Toronto (BMO Field): 45,500
  • Vancouver (BC Place): 54,500

Due to FIFA's rules on stadium sponsorship, most of the venues will use alternative names during the tournament

All World Cup stadiums already exist and are fully operational. This means that United 2026 will not have to build a single new football stadium. The stadiums are existing buildings and ready for use.

After the football tournament, all football stadiums are used again by the local sports association.

All are among the most advanced sports and entertainment facilities in the world. The buildings are used daily and sporting events are organized every week. There are exclusive clubs, private suites and premium areas, excellent for FIFA leaders and guests.

Four venues (Dallas, Houston, Atlanta, and Vancouver) are indoor stadiums with retractable roof systems, all equipped with climate control, while a fifth, Los Angeles, is an open-air stadium with a translucent roof and no climate control. The host for the final match, MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, was announced by FIFA on February 4, 2024.

None of the stadiums used in the 1994 World Cup will be used in this tournament, and the Azteca is the only stadium in this tournament that was used in the 1970 and 1986 World Cups.

Artificial turf in stadiums World Cup 2026

Eight of the sixteen selected stadiums have permanent artificial turf surfaces that are planned to be replaced with grass under the direction of FIFA and a research team from the University of Tennessee-Michigan State University.

The stadiums of the 2026 World Cup all meet FIFA's minimum requirements. However, a number of fields must be widened to be able to play football on them. In the US, the stadiums are used for other sports. A number of seats will have to be removed and seats with limited visibility will also be created.

Half of the stadiums have artificial turf, but United 2026 will replace all these artificial turf pitches with natural grass for the World Football Championship.

Atlanta (Mercedes-Benz Stadium)

Atlanta (Mercedes-Benz Stadium)

Capacity: 75.000
Built: 2017
Home Club: Atlanta United FC (MLS) and Atlanta Falcons (NFL)

Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta was designed with fans in mind and offers an award-winning experience for spectators. With its unique retractable roof and a 360-degree halo video display, it is praised as the most sustainable stadium in the world. It is home to Atlanta United (MLS) and the Atlanta Falcons (NFL).

Fixtures Atlanta

#14) Mon 15 Jun 00:00 group H Atlanta
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#25) Thu 18 Jun 00:00 group A Atlanta
A4 A4 00:00 A2 A2
 
#38) Sun 21 Jun 00:00 group H Atlanta
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#50) Wed 24 Jun 00:00 group C Atlanta
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#72) Sat 27 Jun 00:00 group K Atlanta
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#80) Wed 01 Jul 00:00 1/16 final Atlanta
1L 1L 00:00 3EHIJK 3EHIJK
 
#95) Tue 07 Jul 00:00 1/8 final Atlanta
W86 W86 00:00 W88 W88
 
#102) Wed 15 Jul 00:00 1/2 final Atlanta
W99 W99 00:00 W100 W100
 

Boston (Gillette Stadium)

Boston (Gillette Stadium)

Capacity: 70.000
Built: 2000
Home Club: New England Revolution (MLS) and New Englad Patriots (NFL)

Gillette Stadium, located in Foxborough, Massachusetts, is home to the New England Revolution (MLS) and the New England Patriots (NFL). The stadium is currently undergoing significant renovations in preparation for the 2026 World Cup, with improvements such as the largest outdoor video board in the country and extensive hospitality spaces.

Fixtures Gillette Stadium

#5) Sat 13 Jun 00:00 group C Gillette Stadium
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#18) Tue 16 Jun 00:00 group I Gillette Stadium
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#30) Fri 19 Jun 00:00 group C Gillette Stadium
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#45) Tue 23 Jun 00:00 group L Gillette Stadium
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#61) Fri 26 Jun 00:00 group I Gillette Stadium
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#74) Mon 29 Jun 00:00 1/16 final Gillette Stadium
1E 1E 00:00 3ABCDF 3ABCDF
 
#97) Thu 09 Jul 00:00 1/4 final Gillette Stadium
W89 W89 00:00 W90 W90
 

Dallas (AT&T Stadium)

Dallas (AT&T Stadium)

Capacity: 92.967
Built: 2009
Home Club: Dallas Cowboys (NFL)

AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, is an architectural marvel that provides a unique experience for both sports and music events. It is home to the Dallas Cowboys and has hosted numerous major events since its opening, including Super Bowl XLV and the College Football Playoff National Championship.

Fixtures AT&T Stadium

#11) Sun 14 Jun 00:00 group F Dallas
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#22) Wed 17 Jun 00:00 group L Dallas
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#43) Mon 22 Jun 00:00 group J Dallas
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#57) Thu 25 Jun 00:00 group F Dallas
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#70) Sat 27 Jun 00:00 group J Dallas
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#78) Tue 30 Jun 00:00 1/16 final Dallas
2E 2E 00:00 2I 2I
 
#88) Fri 03 Jul 00:00 1/16 final Dallas
2D 2D 00:00 2G 2G
 
#93) Mon 06 Jul 00:00 1/8 final Dallas
W83 W83 00:00 W84 W84
 
#101) Tue 14 Jul 00:00 1/2 final Dallas
W97 W97 00:00 W98 W98
 

Guadalajara (Estadio Akron)

Guadalajara (Estadio Akron)

Capacity: 48.071
Built: 2010
Home Club: Club Deportivo Guadalajara

Estadio Akron in Guadalajara is one of the most striking stadiums for the 2026 World Cup. The stadium, opened in 2010, is home to C.D. Guadalajara and has seen numerous successes, including victories in the Clausura 2017 and the 2018 Concacaf Champions League.

Fixtures Estadio Akron

#2) Thu 11 Jun 00:00 group A Guadalajara
A3 A3 00:00 A4 A4
 
#28) Thu 18 Jun 00:00 group A Guadalajara
Mexico Mexico 00:00 A3 A3
 
#48) Tue 23 Jun 00:00 group K Guadalajara
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#66) Fri 26 Jun 00:00 group H Guadalajara
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 

Houston (NRG Stadium)

Houston (NRG Stadium)

Capacity: 72.220
Built: 2002
Home Club: Houston Texans (NFL) and Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo

NRG Stadium in Houston is known for its retractable roof and the lively 'Bull Pen' section. The stadium has a rich history of hosting major soccer matches, including the Copa America Centenario, and is home to the Houston Texans (NFL).

Fixtures NRG Stadium

#10) Sun 14 Jun 00:00 group E Houston
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#23) Wed 17 Jun 00:00 group K Houston
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#35) Sat 20 Jun 00:00 group F Houston
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#47) Tue 23 Jun 00:00 group K Houston
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#65) Fri 26 Jun 00:00 group H Houston
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#76) Mon 29 Jun 00:00 1/16 final Houston
1C 1C 00:00 2F 2F
 
#90) Sat 04 Jul 00:00 1/8 final Houston
W73 W73 00:00 W75 W75
 

Kansas City (Arrowhead Stadium)

Kansas City (Arrowhead Stadium).

Capacity: 76.640
Built: 1972
Home Club: Kansas City Chiefs (NFL)

Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City is certified by Guinness World Records as the loudest outdoor sports stadium in the world and is home to the Kansas City Chiefs (NFL). The stadium reached a record decibel level of 142.2.

Fixtures Arrowhead Stadium

#19) Tue 16 Jun 00:00 group J Kansas City
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#34) Sat 20 Jun 00:00 group E Kansas City
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#58) Thu 25 Jun 00:00 group F Kansas City
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#69) Sat 27 Jun 00:00 group J Kansas City
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#87) Fri 03 Jul 00:00 1/16 final Kansas City
1K 1K 00:00 3DEIJL 3DEIJL
 
#100) Sat 11 Jul 00:00 1/4 final Kansas City
W95 W95 00:00 W96 W96
 

Los Angeles (Rose Bowl)

Los Angeles (Rose Bowl)

Capacity: 88.432
Built: 1922
Home Club: UCLA (NCAA) and Rose Bowl Game

The Rose Bowl in Los Angeles is a historic stadium and was the venue for the 1994 FIFA World Cup final. The stadium is known for its size and the many significant sports and music events it has hosted over the years.

Fixtures Rose Bowl

#4) Fri 12 Jun 00:00 group D Los Angeles
United States United States 00:00 D2 D2
 
#15) Mon 15 Jun 00:00 group G Los Angeles
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#26) Thu 18 Jun 00:00 group B Los Angeles
B4 B4 00:00 B2 B2
 
#39) Sun 21 Jun 00:00 group G Los Angeles
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#59) Thu 25 Jun 00:00 group D Los Angeles
D4 D4 00:00 United States United States
 
#73) Sun 28 Jun 00:00 1/16 final Los Angeles
2A 2A 00:00 2B 2B
 
#84) Thu 02 Jul 00:00 1/16 final Los Angeles
1H 1H 00:00 2J 2J
 
#98) Fri 10 Jul 00:00 1/4 final Los Angeles
W93 W93 00:00 W94 W94
 

Mexico City (Azteca Stadium)

Mexico City (Azteca Stadium)

Capacity: 87.523
Built: 1966
Home Club: Club América, Club Cruz Azul, het Mexicaanse Nationale Team

Azteca Stadium in Mexico City is an icon in the world of football and the first stadium to host three FIFA World Cups. The stadium has hosted two legendary World Cup finals and remains a central point in global football.

Fixtures Azteca Stadium

#1) Thu 11 Jun 00:00 group A Mexico City
Mexico Mexico 00:00 A2 A2
 
#24) Wed 17 Jun 00:00 group K Mexico City
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#53) Wed 24 Jun 00:00 group A Mexico City
A4 A4 00:00 Mexico Mexico
 
#79) Tue 30 Jun 00:00 1/16 final Mexico City
1A 1A 00:00 3CEFHI 3CEFHI
 
#92) Sun 05 Jul 00:00 1/8 final Mexico City
W79 W79 00:00 W80 W80
 

Miami (Hard Rock Stadium)

Miami (Hard Rock Stadium)

Capacity: 67.518
Built: 1987
Home Club: Miami Dolphins, University of Miami, Orange Bowl

Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens is a versatile venue that serves as home to the Miami Dolphins and the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix. The stadium has hosted six Super Bowls and is known for its world-class entertainment.

Fixtures Hard Rock Stadium

#13) Mon 15 Jun 00:00 group H Miami
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#37) Sun 21 Jun 00:00 group H Miami
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#49) Wed 24 Jun 00:00 group C Miami
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#71) Sat 27 Jun 00:00 group K Miami
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#86) Fri 03 Jul 00:00 1/16 final Miami
1J 1J 00:00 2H 2H
 
#99) Sat 11 Jul 00:00 1/4 final Miami
W91 W91 00:00 W92 W92
 
#103) Sat 18 Jul 00:00 3/4th plac Miami
L101 L101 00:00 L102 L102
 

Monterrey (BBVA Bancomer Stadium)

Monterrey (BBVA Bancomer Stadium)

Capacity: 53.460
Built: 2015
Home Club: Club de Fútbol Monterrey Rayados A.C.

BBVA Bancomer Stadium in Monterrey is a modern stadium with innovative energy solutions. The stadium is home to Monterrey and was the first in the Americas to receive a silver LEED certification.

Fixtures BBVA Bancomer Stadium

#12) Sun 14 Jun 00:00 group F Monterrey
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#36) Sat 20 Jun 00:00 group F Monterrey
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#54) Wed 24 Jun 00:00 group A Monterrey
A2 A2 00:00 A3 A3
 
#75) Mon 29 Jun 00:00 1/16 final Monterrey
1F 1F 00:00 2C 2C
 

New York/New Jersey (MetLife Stadium)

New York/New Jersey (MetLife Stadium)

Capacity: 87.157
Built: 2010
Home Club: New York Giants (NFL), New York Jets (NFL)

MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, is a multi-purpose stadium that is home to the New York Giants and New York Jets (NFL). The stadium will host the final of the 2026 World Cup and previously hosted the final of the Copa America Centenario.

Fixtures MetLife Stadium

#7) Sat 13 Jun 00:00 group C New York/New Jersey
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#17) Tue 16 Jun 00:00 group I New York/New Jersey
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#41) Mon 22 Jun 00:00 group I New York/New Jersey
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#56) Thu 25 Jun 00:00 group E New York/New Jersey
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#67) Sat 27 Jun 00:00 group L New York/New Jersey
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#77) Tue 30 Jun 00:00 1/16 final New York/New Jersey
1I 1I 00:00 3CDFGH 3CDFGH
 
#91) Sun 05 Jul 00:00 1/8 final New York/New Jersey
W76 W76 00:00 W78 W78
 
#104) Sun 19 Jul 00:00 final New York/New Jersey
W101 W101 00:00 W102 W102
 

Philadelphia (Lincoln Financial Field)

Philadelphia (Lincoln Financial Field)

Capacity: 69.328
Built: 2003
Home Club: Philadelphia Eagles (NFL)

Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia is home to the Philadelphia Eagles (NFL) and has hosted numerous national and international soccer matches, including the 2015 Gold Cup final.

Fixtures Lincoln Financial Field

#9) Sun 14 Jun 00:00 group E Philadelphia
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#29) Fri 19 Jun 00:00 group C Philadelphia
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#42) Mon 22 Jun 00:00 group I Philadelphia
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#55) Thu 25 Jun 00:00 group E Philadelphia
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#68) Sat 27 Jun 00:00 group L Philadelphia
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#89) Sat 04 Jul 00:00 1/8 final Philadelphia
W74 W74 00:00 W77 W77
 

San Francisco Bay Area (Levi’s Stadium)

San Francisco Bay Area (Levi’s Stadium)

Capacity: 70.909
Built: 2014
Home Club: San Francisco 49ers (NFL)

Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, is home to the San Francisco 49ers (NFL) and has hosted major events since its opening in 2014, such as the opening match of the Copa America Centenario and Super Bowl 50.

Fixtures Levi’s Stadium

#8) Sat 13 Jun 00:00 group B San Francisco
B3 B3 00:00 B4 B4
 
#20) Tue 16 Jun 00:00 group J San Francisco
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#31) Fri 19 Jun 00:00 group D San Francisco
D4 D4 00:00 D2 D2
 
#44) Mon 22 Jun 00:00 group J San Francisco
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#60) Thu 25 Jun 00:00 group D San Francisco
D2 D2 00:00 D3 D3
 
#81) Wed 01 Jul 00:00 1/16 final San Francisco
1D 1D 00:00 3BEFIJ 3BEFIJ
 

Seattle (CenturyLink Field)

Capacity: 69.000
Built: 2002
Home Club: Seattle Sounders FC (MLS), Seattle Seahawks (NFL)

CenturyLink Field in Seattle is known for its unique horseshoe shape and open north end, offering stunning views of the Seattle skyline. The stadium is home to the Seattle Sounders (MLS) and the Seattle Seahawks (NFL).

Fixtures CenturyLink Field

#16) Mon 15 Jun 00:00 group G Seattle
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#32) Fri 19 Jun 00:00 group D Seattle
United States United States 00:00 D3 D3
 
#52) Wed 24 Jun 00:00 group B Seattle
B2 B2 00:00 B3 B3
 
#63) Fri 26 Jun 00:00 group G Seattle
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#82) Wed 01 Jul 00:00 1/16 final Seattle
1G 1G 00:00 3AEHIJ 3AEHIJ
 
#94) Mon 06 Jul 00:00 1/8 final Seattle
W81 W81 00:00 W82 W82
 

Toronto (BMO Field)

Toronto (BMO Field)

Capacity: 45.500
Built: 2007
Home Club: Toronto FC (MLS), Toronto Argonauts (CFL), Canada Soccer MNT, WNT

BMO Field in Toronto was purpose-built for the 2007 FIFA U-20 World Cup and has since hosted numerous significant soccer matches. The stadium remains a key venue for the Canadian national team.

Fixtures BMO Field

#3) Fri 12 Jun 00:00 group B Toronto
Canada Canada 00:00 B2 B2
 
#21) Wed 17 Jun 00:00 group L Toronto
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#33) Sat 20 Jun 00:00 group E Toronto
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#46) Tue 23 Jun 00:00 group L Toronto
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#62) Fri 26 Jun 00:00 group I Toronto
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#83) Thu 02 Jul 00:00 1/16 final Toronto
2K 2K 00:00 2L 2L
 

Vancouver (BC Place)

Vancouver (BC Place)

Capacity: 54.500
Built: 1983
Home Club: Vancouver Whitecaps FC, BC Lions, Canadian national team

BC Place in Vancouver is an impressive stadium located on the banks of False Creek. It is home to the Vancouver Whitecaps (MLS) and BC Lions (CFL) and has hosted multiple major soccer tournaments, including the 2015 FIFA Women’s World Cup final.

Fixtures BC Place

#6) Sat 13 Jun 00:00 group D Vancouver
D3 D3 00:00 D4 D4
 
#27) Thu 18 Jun 00:00 group B Vancouver
Canada Canada 00:00 B3 B3
 
#40) Sun 21 Jun 00:00 group G Vancouver
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#51) Wed 24 Jun 00:00 group B Vancouver
B4 B4 00:00 Canada Canada
 
#64) Fri 26 Jun 00:00 group G Vancouver
Team Team 00:00 Team Team
 
#85) Thu 02 Jul 00:00 1/16 final Vancouver
1B 1B 00:00 3EFGIJ 3EFGIJ
 
#96) Tue 07 Jul 00:00 1/8 final Vancouver
W85 W85 00:00 W87 W87
 

Proposed and dropped stadiums

There are 23 stadiums for the 2026 World Cup proposed by the US, Canada and Mexico. The stadiums are spread over the 3 countries and have a combined capacity of 1.66 million seats.

Ultimately, 16 stadiums will be chosen to host the World Championship.

7 stadiums have been dropped from the 23 proposed football stadiums for the 2026 World Cup. The eliminated stadiums are:

  • Baltimore (M&T Bank Stadium): 70,976
  • Cincinnati (Paul Brown Stadium): 67,402
  • Denver (Mile High Stadium): 77,595
  • Edmonton (Commonwealth Stadium): 56,418
  • Montreal (Olympic Stadium): 55,822
  • Nashville (Nissan Stadium): 69,722
  • Orlando (Camping World Stadium): 65,000
  • Washington D.C. (FedEx Field): 70,659

2 of the 23 proposed stadiums (Cincinnati and Montreal) would require renovation in the coming years, for an investment of $335.5 million for both buildings.

The proposed number of stadiums exceeds FIFA's minimum requirements.

Voorgestelde World Cup 2026 stadiums

Baltimore (M&T Bank Stadium)

Baltimore (M&T Bank Stadium)

Capacity: 70.976
Built: 1998
Home Club: Baltimore Ravens (NFL)

Cincinnati (Paul Brown Stadium)

Cincinnati (Paul Brown Stadium)

Capacity: 67.402
Built: 2000
Home Club: Cincinnati Bengals (NFL)

Denver (Mile High Stadium)

Denver (Mile High Stadium)

Capacity: 77.595
Built: 2001
Home Club: Denver Broncos (NFL)

Edmonton (Commonwealth Stadium)

Edmonton (Commonwealth Stadium)

Capacity: 56.418
Built: 1978
Home Club: Edmonton Eskimos (CFL)

Montréal (Olympic Stadium)

Montréal (Olympic Stadium)

Capacity: 55.822
Built: 1976
Home Club: Montréal Impact (MLS), Montréal Alouettes (CFL)

Nashville (Nissan Stadium)

Nashville (Nissan Stadium)

Capacity: 69.722
Built: 1999
Home Club: Tennessee Titans (NFL), Tennessee State University (NCAA)

Orlando (Camping World Stadium)

Orlando (Camping World Stadium)

Capacity: 65.000
Built: 1936
Home Club: diversen (NCAA)

Washington DC (FedEx Field)

Washington DC (FedEx Field)

Capacity: 70.659
Built: 1997
Home Club: The Washington Commanders

Date published: 14-08-2017 | Date modified: 11-11-2024 | Author:

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