The 2026 FIFA World Cup uses 16 stadiums across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The tournament runs June 11 to July 19, 2026. A total of 48 teams play 104 matches across these venues.
The biggest stadium is AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas at 92,967 seats. The smallest is BMO Field in Toronto at 45,736 seats. Estadio Azteca in Mexico City hosts the opening match on June 11. MetLife Stadium in New Jersey hosts the final on July 19.
This guide gives you every stadium, capacity, FIFA tournament name, host city, and match count. All numbers come from FIFA’s official venue pages and have been checked against host city sources.
2026 FIFA World Cup Stadiums Quick Facts
| Total stadiums | 16 |
| USA stadiums | 11 |
| Mexico stadiums | 3 |
| Canada stadiums | 2 |
| Total matches | 104 |
| USA matches | 78 |
| Mexico matches | 13 |
| Canada matches | 13 |
| Tournament dates | June 11 to July 19, 2026 |
| Opening match venue | Estadio Azteca, Mexico City |
| Final venue | MetLife Stadium, New Jersey |
| Bronze Final venue | Hard Rock Stadium, Miami |
| Semi-Final venues | AT&T Stadium and Mercedes-Benz Stadium |
| Stadiums with retractable roofs | 4 (Dallas, Atlanta, Houston, Vancouver) |
Full List of 2026 FIFA World Cup Stadiums
The 16 venues sit in three host countries. Each one carries a FIFA tournament name. FIFA rules ban commercial sponsor names during the tournament, so 14 of 16 stadiums use neutral city-based names. Only BC Place and Estadio Azteca keep their everyday names.
The table below sorts stadiums from largest to smallest. Capacities reflect FIFA tournament configurations, not standard NFL or club setups.
| Stadium | City | FIFA Name | Capacity | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T Stadium | Arlington, TX | Dallas Stadium | 92,967 | 9 |
| Estadio Azteca | Mexico City | Mexico City Stadium | 87,500 | 5 |
| MetLife Stadium | East Rutherford, NJ | New York New Jersey Stadium | 82,500 | 8 |
| Arrowhead Stadium | Kansas City, MO | Kansas City Stadium | 76,640 | 6 |
| NRG Stadium | Houston, TX | Houston Stadium | 72,220 | 7 |
| Mercedes-Benz Stadium | Atlanta, GA | Atlanta Stadium | 71,000 | 8 |
| Levi’s Stadium | Santa Clara, CA | San Francisco Bay Area Stadium | 70,909 | 6 |
| SoFi Stadium | Inglewood, CA | Los Angeles Stadium | 70,240 | 8 |
| Lincoln Financial Field | Philadelphia, PA | Philadelphia Stadium | 69,328 | 6 |
| Lumen Field | Seattle, WA | Seattle Stadium | 68,740 | 6 |
| Hard Rock Stadium | Miami Gardens, FL | Miami Stadium | 65,000 | 7 |
| Gillette Stadium | Foxborough, MA | Boston Stadium | 64,628 | 7 |
| BC Place | Vancouver, BC | BC Place Vancouver | 54,500 | 7 |
| Estadio BBVA | Monterrey | Monterrey Stadium | 53,500 | 4 |
| Estadio Akron | Zapopan (Guadalajara) | Guadalajara Stadium | 48,000 | 4 |
| BMO Field | Toronto, ON | Toronto Stadium | 45,736 | 6 |
United States World Cup 2026 Stadiums
The United States hosts 78 of the 104 matches. Eleven venues spread across the country handle every quarterfinal, both semifinals, the Bronze Final, and the final.
MetLife Stadium – New York / New Jersey
MetLife Stadium hosts the World Cup Final on July 19, 2026 at 3 PM ET. FIFA calls it New York New Jersey Stadium during the tournament. Capacity is 82,500.
The venue sits in East Rutherford, New Jersey, west of Manhattan. The New York Giants and Jets share it during NFL season. A two-phase renovation enlarged the field to FIFA’s 105m x 68m specification. Crews removed about 1,740 corner seats and added 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 World Cup.
MetLife handles 8 matches: 5 group games, 1 Round of 32, 1 Round of 16, and the final.
AT&T Stadium – Dallas, Texas
AT&T Stadium is the largest venue at the tournament with 92,967 seats. FIFA calls it Dallas Stadium. It also hosts more matches than any other venue with 9, including a Semi-Final on July 14, 2026.
The Dallas Cowboys play here. The retractable roof and full climate control help with the Texas summer. Argentina plays two of its three group stage games here. The Cowboys invested up to $350 million in upgrades, including a raised playing surface and an upgraded video board.
Mercedes-Benz Stadium – Atlanta, Georgia
Mercedes-Benz Stadium holds 71,000 fans. FIFA calls it Atlanta Stadium. It hosts 8 matches, including a Semi-Final on July 15, 2026. The stadium is shared by Atlanta United and the Atlanta Falcons.
The grass overhaul is one of the biggest stories at this venue. The artificial turf came out in early 2026. Crews dug down 7 to 8 inches to build a true root zone. The new pitch uses a hybrid blend of Kentucky bluegrass and perennial ryegrass grown in Colorado for over a year. The retractable roof stays closed during all World Cup matches for climate control.
SoFi Stadium – Los Angeles, California
SoFi Stadium holds 70,240 fans. FIFA calls it Los Angeles Stadium. It sits in Inglewood, California, and hosts 8 matches, including the USA team’s opener against Paraguay on June 12 and a Quarter-Final on July 10.
At $5.5 billion, SoFi is the most expensive stadium ever built. The Los Angeles Rams and Chargers share it. The translucent ETFE canopy filters most of the natural sunlight, so LED grow lights run 18 hours a day between matches. A hybrid grass carpet with a Permavoid drainage layer sits on top of the existing turf. Corner suites retract and seating unstacks to widen the pitch to FIFA spec.
Levi’s Stadium – San Francisco Bay Area, California
Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara holds 70,909 fans. FIFA calls it San Francisco Bay Area Stadium. It hosts 6 matches, including a Round of 32 game on July 1.
The San Francisco 49ers play here in Silicon Valley. The venue holds LEED Gold certification with solar panels and a green roof. Levi’s Stadium hosted Super Bowl LX in February 2026 and now serves as a 2026 World Cup venue.
Lumen Field – Seattle, Washington
Lumen Field holds 68,740 fans. FIFA calls it Seattle Stadium. It hosts 6 matches, including the USA vs Australia group game on June 19 and a Round of 16 on July 6.
The Seattle Seahawks and Sounders share 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. Around 750,000 visitors are expected in Seattle during the tournament.
Lincoln Financial Field – Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Lincoln Financial Field holds 69,328 fans. FIFA calls it Philadelphia Stadium. It hosts 6 matches, including a Round of 16 game on July 4, U.S. Independence Day.
The Philadelphia Eagles play here. Locals call it “The Linc.” The stadium already has natural grass, so it needs far fewer changes than other venues. Brazil plays a group stage match here, and France plays Iraq on June 22.
Hard Rock Stadium – Miami, Florida
Hard Rock Stadium holds 65,000 fans. FIFA calls it Miami Stadium. It hosts 7 matches, including the Bronze Final on July 18 and a Quarter-Final on July 11.
The Miami Dolphins play here. The stadium opened in 1987 and already has natural Bermuda grass, so it needs no turf swap. A $350 million renovation completed 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.
Gillette Stadium – Boston, Massachusetts
Gillette Stadium holds 64,628 fans. FIFA calls it Boston Stadium. It hosts 7 matches, including a Quarter-Final on July 9.
The New England Patriots and Revolution share this venue 30 miles from downtown 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 started 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. Brazil and France tested the pitch on March 26, 2026, with France winning 2-1 in front of 66,215 fans.
NRG Stadium – Houston, Texas
NRG Stadium holds 72,220 fans. FIFA calls it Houston Stadium. It hosts 7 matches, including a Round of 16 game on July 4.
The Houston Texans play here. NRG was the first NFL stadium with a retractable roof, which is critical for Houston’s summer heat. The venue handles two Portugal group stage matches plus games featuring Germany and the Netherlands.
Arrowhead Stadium – Kansas City, Missouri
Arrowhead Stadium holds 76,640 fans. FIFA calls it Kansas City Stadium. It hosts 6 matches, including a Quarter-Final on July 11.
The Kansas City Chiefs play here. Fans set the Guinness World Record for loudest crowd at an outdoor stadium at 142.2 decibels in 2014. The classic bowl design pushes noise down onto the field. Arrowhead opened in 1972, making it the oldest stadium at the tournament.
USA Stadium Allocation Summary
| Stadium | City | Capacity | Matches | Notable Game |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T Stadium | Arlington, TX | 92,967 | 9 | Semi-Final, July 14 |
| MetLife Stadium | East Rutherford, NJ | 82,500 | 8 | Final, July 19 |
| Arrowhead Stadium | Kansas City, MO | 76,640 | 6 | Quarter-Final, July 11 |
| NRG Stadium | Houston, TX | 72,220 | 7 | Round of 16, July 4 |
| Mercedes-Benz Stadium | Atlanta, GA | 71,000 | 8 | Semi-Final, July 15 |
| Levi’s Stadium | Santa Clara, CA | 70,909 | 6 | Round of 32, July 1 |
| SoFi Stadium | Inglewood, CA | 70,240 | 8 | USA opener, Quarter-Final |
| Lincoln Financial Field | Philadelphia, PA | 69,328 | 6 | Round of 16, July 4 |
| Lumen Field | Seattle, WA | 68,740 | 6 | USA group game |
| Hard Rock Stadium | Miami Gardens, FL | 65,000 | 7 | Bronze Final, July 18 |
| Gillette Stadium | Foxborough, MA | 64,628 | 7 | Quarter-Final, July 9 |
Canada World Cup 2026 Stadiums
Canada hosts men’s World Cup matches for the first time. Two venues in Vancouver and Toronto split 13 matches.
BC Place – Vancouver, British Columbia
BC Place holds 54,500 fans. It is one of only two venues that keep their regular name during the tournament. It hosts 7 matches, including both Canada home games and a Round of 16 game on July 7.
The retractable roof will stay open during all World Cup matches per FIFA’s grass-pitch requirement. 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. Vancouver expects over 350,000 visitors. The FIFA Fan Festival takes place at Hastings Park in a new $104 million amphitheatre.
BMO Field – Toronto, Ontario
BMO Field holds 45,736 fans after a $157.9 million renovation. It is the smallest stadium at the tournament. FIFA calls it Toronto Stadium. The City of Toronto contributed $132.9 million to the upgrade. Capacity expanded from 30,000 through temporary stands.
Toronto FC plays here. Canada opens its tournament here on June 12 against Bosnia and Herzegovina. The venue hosts 6 matches, including a Round of 32 game on July 2. Deloitte Canada projects up to $940 million in economic impact for the Greater Toronto Area.
Mexico World Cup 2026 Stadiums
Mexico becomes the first country to host the men’s World Cup three times (1970, 1986, 2026). Three venues spread across Mexico City, Monterrey, and Guadalajara handle 13 matches.
Estadio Azteca – Mexico City
Estadio Azteca holds 87,500 fans. FIFA calls it Mexico City Stadium during the tournament. It hosts the opening match on June 11, 2026 between Mexico and South Africa.
This venue becomes the first stadium in history to host matches at three World Cups. It also hosted the 1970 and 1986 finals. The stadium closed in May 2024 for a major renovation and reopened on March 28, 2026 after around 22 months. Capacity increased from 83,000 to 87,500 after the renovation, which included new media boxes, skyboxes, and reconfigured seating. Upgrades include a 250-speaker sound system, two video screens, new locker rooms, and a hybrid pitch. A new roof carries solar panels for sustainability. About 10 kilometers of surrounding roads were repaved.
The venue carries the commercial name Estadio Banorte after a March 2025 sponsorship deal. FIFA rules block commercial names during the tournament, so it goes by Mexico City Stadium in all official 2026 World Cup materials.
Estadio BBVA – Monterrey
Estadio BBVA holds 53,500 fans. FIFA calls it Monterrey Stadium. It hosts 4 matches, including a Round of 32 game on June 29.
CF Monterrey plays here. The 2015 stadium sits in Guadalupe within the Monterrey metro area. Fans get views of Cerro de la Silla mountain. Locals call it El Gigante de Acero, the Steel Giant. 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.
Estadio Akron – Guadalajara
Estadio Akron holds 48,000 fans. FIFA calls it Guadalajara Stadium. It hosts 4 group stage matches and is the only venue with no knockout stage games.
CD Guadalajara, also known as Chivas, plays in this volcano-shaped stadium in Zapopan, on the western edge of the Guadalajara metro area. New grass, LED video boards, and a fresh audio system went in. Mexico plays Korea Republic here on June 18. Uruguay vs Spain on June 26 is the marquee fixture.
Key Stadiums and Major Matches
| Stage | Stadium | City | Date | Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Opening Match | Estadio Azteca | Mexico City | June 11 | Mexico vs South Africa |
| Semi-Final 1 | AT&T Stadium | Arlington, TX | July 14 | Match 101 |
| Semi-Final 2 | Mercedes-Benz Stadium | Atlanta, GA | July 15 | Match 102 |
| Bronze Final | Hard Rock Stadium | Miami Gardens, FL | July 18 | Match 103 |
| Final | MetLife Stadium | East Rutherford, NJ | July 19 | Match 104 |
How the 16 Host Cities are Grouped by Region
FIFA split the 16 host cities into three regions to cut team travel during the group stage. Groups stay within their assigned region. Three time zones cover the schedule.
| Region | Cities | Time Zone |
|---|---|---|
| Western | Vancouver, Seattle, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Guadalajara | Pacific |
| Central | Monterrey, Mexico City, Kansas City, Dallas, Houston, Atlanta | Central |
| Eastern | Toronto, Boston, New York/New Jersey, Philadelphia, Miami | Eastern |
Western covers 3 USA cities, 1 Canadian, and 1 Mexican. Central covers 4 USA cities and 2 Mexican. Eastern covers 4 USA cities and 1 Canadian.
How All 16 Stadiums Switched to Natural Grass
FIFA requires natural grass at every World Cup venue. 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 professor Trey Rogers and Tennessee’s John Sorochan have led the FIFA grass program since 2019. Each venue gets a different grass species:
- Toronto: Kentucky bluegrass
- Miami: Bermuda grass
- Mexico City: Kikuyu grass for altitude
- Seattle and Los Angeles: bluegrass-ryegrass mix
- Atlanta: Kentucky bluegrass and perennial ryegrass blend
All 16 pitches use a hybrid surface of 90 to 95 percent natural grass with 5 to 10 percent synthetic fiber. Lessons from the 2024 Copa America and 2025 Club World Cup pushed FIFA to install grass earlier and build deeper root zones for 2026.
Stadium Roofs and Climate Control
Four venues have retractable roofs: AT&T Stadium (Dallas), Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta), NRG Stadium (Houston), and BC Place (Vancouver). Three of these (Dallas, Atlanta, Houston) provide full climate control during matches. BC Place’s roof will be open during all 2026 matches per FIFA grass-pitch rules. SoFi Stadium has a translucent fixed canopy but no air conditioning.
FIFA scheduled early matches at covered venues to handle summer heat. After heat issues at the 2025 Club World Cup, FIFA confirmed all 2026 matches will include a mid-half cooling break regardless of temperature.
How FIFA Selected the 16 Stadiums
FIFA reviewed 23 candidate cities before picking the final 16. Each venue was checked on these factors:
- Capacity: Group game venues need at least 40,000 seats. Quarterfinal venues need 60,000. The final venue needs 80,000.
- Pitch: All venues must have natural or hybrid grass measuring 105m x 68m.
- Seating: Every seat must have a back.
- Transport: Host cities need strong airports, hotels, and public transit.
- Climate: FIFA balanced warm and cool regions for player comfort.
Cities that lost out include Chicago, Cincinnati, Denver, Nashville, Orlando, Edmonton, Baltimore, and Washington D.C.
Travel and Fan Guide by Country
United States
The U.S. offers easy travel between cities through major airports and highways. Amtrak trains connect many East Coast venues. Fan zones will be set up in most host cities, offering music, big screens, and local food.
Canada
Public transit makes travel simple. Vancouver’s SkyTrain runs to BC Place. Toronto’s GO Transit reaches BMO Field. The mild summer climate makes outdoor matches comfortable.
Mexico
Mexico’s host cities are rich in culture and hospitality. Metro and bus systems connect to all stadiums. Fan zones and cultural events will fill public squares and parks across the country.
FAQ About 2026 FIFA World Cup Stadiums
How many stadiums will host the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
Sixteen stadiums host the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Eleven are in the United States, three in Mexico, and two in Canada. They split 104 matches across the tournament.
What is the biggest stadium at the 2026 World Cup?
AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas is the biggest at 92,967 seats. It also hosts the most matches at 9, including a Semi-Final on July 14.
What is the smallest stadium at the 2026 World Cup?
BMO Field in Toronto is the smallest at 45,736 seats after a $157.9 million expansion. It hosts Canada’s opening match on June 12.
Where will the opening match be played?
The opening match takes place at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City on June 11, 2026 at 3 PM ET. Mexico plays South Africa. FIFA refers to the venue as Mexico City Stadium during the tournament. Estadio Azteca becomes the first stadium ever to host matches at three different World Cups.
Where is the 2026 World Cup Final?
The opening match takes place at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City on June 11, 2026 at 3 PM ET. Mexico plays South Africa. FIFA refers to the venue as Mexico City Stadium during the tournament. Estadio Azteca becomes the first stadium ever to host matches at three different World Cups.
Where is the third place match?
The Bronze Final is at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida on July 18, 2026. FIFA calls it Miami Stadium during the tournament. The two losing semifinalists play for third place.
How many matches will Canada host?
The semifinals are at AT&T Stadium in Dallas on July 14 and Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on July 15.
How many matches will Mexico host?
Mexico hosts 13 matches across three cities. Estadio Azteca handles 5, Estadio BBVA handles 4, and Estadio Akron handles 4.
How many matches will the United States host?
The United States hosts 78 of the 104 matches. Every game from the quarterfinals onward is played on American soil.
Which stadiums have retractable roofs?
Four venues have retractable roofs: AT&T Stadium (Dallas), Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta), NRG Stadium (Houston), and BC Place (Vancouver). Three of these (Dallas, Atlanta, Houston) provide full climate control. BC Place’s roof will be open during all 2026 matches because FIFA requires natural sunlight on the grass pitch. SoFi Stadium has a translucent fixed canopy but no air conditioning.
Are all the stadiums grass fields?
Yes. FIFA requires natural grass at every World Cup venue. Eight stadiums are replacing artificial turf with temporary hybrid grass. All 16 pitches use a surface of 90 to 95 percent natural grass with 5 to 10 percent synthetic fiber.
Which stadium is the oldest at the 2026 World Cup?
Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City is the oldest. It opened in 1972. The Kansas City Chiefs play here. Fans set the Guinness World Record for loudest crowd at an outdoor stadium at 142.2 decibels in 2014.
Which stadium is the newest at the 2026 World Cup?
SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California is the newest. It opened in September 2020 at a cost of $5.5 billion, making it the most expensive stadium ever built.
Why do the stadiums use different names during the tournament?
FIFA rules ban commercial sponsor names during the World Cup. Fourteen of 16 stadiums use neutral city-based names like Dallas Stadium, Los Angeles Stadium, and Miami Stadium. Only BC Place and Estadio Azteca keep their regular names. The Azteca’s commercial name (Estadio Banorte) is also blocked, so FIFA uses Mexico City Stadium instead.
Can fans travel between countries easily?
The three host nations are coordinating visa and entry programs to make border crossings simple for fans during the World Cup. Travelers should check official requirements for the United States, Canada, and Mexico before booking trips.