Every stadium hosting FIFA World Cup 2026 matches — capacities, cities, what makes each venue special, and which games are played where.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is spread across 16 stadiums in three countries — the most host venues ever for a single World Cup. The United States hosts eleven cities, Mexico hosts three, and Canada hosts two.
Here is every venue hosting World Cup 2026 matches, what makes it special, and where it sits in the tournament.
United States — 11 Venues
MetLife Stadium — New York/New Jersey
Capacity: 82,500 | Team: None (neutral venue) What's here: The Final (July 19), plus selected knockout matches.
MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey hosts the most important match in football — the World Cup Final. The stadium is home to both the NFL's New York Giants and New York Jets, and sits in the largest media market on the planet. The expected sellout crowd and global viewership will make this the single most-watched sports event of 2026.
SoFi Stadium — Los Angeles
Capacity: 70,240 | City: Inglewood, California What's here: Group stage and knockout matches.
The newest NFL stadium in America, SoFi is a technological marvel — partially open air, with a translucent roof that allows natural light while protecting from rain. Los Angeles's enormous Latin American community means the atmosphere for South American and Mexican group games will be extraordinary.
AT&T Stadium — Dallas
Capacity: 80,000 | City: Arlington, Texas What's here: Group stage and knockout matches.
One of the largest indoor arenas ever built, AT&T Stadium (home of the Dallas Cowboys) is fully air-conditioned — critical for matches scheduled in Texas heat. The massive indoor video board is the largest in the world. The Dallas–Fort Worth area has a significant population of football fans from around the globe.
Levi's Stadium — San Francisco Bay Area
Capacity: 68,500 | City: Santa Clara, California What's here: Group stage and knockout matches.
Home of the San Francisco 49ers in the heart of Silicon Valley. Levi's Stadium hosts selected group and knockout matches in one of the most cosmopolitan regions in America. The Bay Area's diverse population ensures passionate crowds for any national team playing here.
Hard Rock Stadium — Miami
Capacity: 65,326 | City: Miami Gardens, Florida What's here: Group stage and knockout matches.
Miami is one of the most football-passionate cities in the United States, with a large Caribbean and Latin American community. Hard Rock Stadium — home of the Miami Dolphins — sits in one of the most electric urban atmospheres at the tournament.
Mercedes-Benz Stadium — Atlanta
Capacity: 71,000 | City: Atlanta, Georgia What's here: Group stage and knockout matches.
The first LEED Platinum-certified professional sports stadium in the US. Mercedes-Benz Stadium features a distinctive halo roof that opens and closes. Atlanta hosted Copa América 2016 and has established itself as one of the best football atmospheres in North America.
Lumen Field — Seattle
Capacity: 68,740 | City: Seattle, Washington What's here: Group stage matches.
Home of the Seattle Seahawks and Seattle Sounders FC — one of the most supported MLS clubs. Lumen Field is known for extraordinary crowd noise, and the Sounders' fanbase means Seattle has some of the most experienced football fans in the United States.
NRG Stadium — Houston
Capacity: 72,220 | City: Houston, Texas What's here: Group stage and knockout matches.
Houston is one of the most ethnically diverse cities in America and home to large communities from Mexico, Central America, and Nigeria. NRG Stadium is fully air-conditioned — the climate control makes it one of the most comfortable venues for players and fans during the summer heat.
Arrowhead Stadium — Kansas City
Capacity: 76,416 | City: Kansas City, Missouri What's here: Group stage and knockout matches.
Arrowhead holds the Guinness World Record for the loudest outdoor stadium, recorded at 142.2 decibels. Home of the Kansas City Chiefs. The atmosphere for knockout matches here will be among the loudest at the entire tournament.
Lincoln Financial Field — Philadelphia
Capacity: 69,176 | City: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania What's here: Group stage matches.
The home of the Philadelphia Eagles. Philadelphia's passionate sports culture carries into football matches — the city's investment in the Philadelphia Union (MLS) has built a genuine football fanbase.
Gillette Stadium — Boston
Capacity: 65,878 | City: Foxborough, Massachusetts What's here: Group stage matches.
Home of the New England Revolution and the NFL's New England Patriots. Boston's large international student and immigrant population creates a diverse crowd for group-stage matches hosted here.
Mexico — 3 Venues
Estadio Azteca — Mexico City
Capacity: 87,523 What's here: Opening match (June 11) and group stage.
The Azteca is the most legendary stadium in World Cup history. It hosted the 1970 Final (Brazil 4–1 Italy) and the 1986 Final (Argentina 3–2 West Germany), and was the stage for Maradona's famous 1986 quarter-final against England — both the "Hand of God" and the "Goal of the Century." Hosting the opening match of the 2026 World Cup adds another chapter to its extraordinary history.
Estadio Akron — Guadalajara
Capacity: 48,071 What's here: Group stage matches.
Home of Club Deportivo Guadalajara (Chivas), the most-supported club in Mexico. The Akron's intimate design creates exceptional atmosphere for the capacity it holds.
Estadio BBVA — Monterrey
Capacity: 51,348 What's here: Group stage matches.
One of the most visually impressive stadiums in North America, built into a hillside with a mountain backdrop. The Estadio BBVA is home to CF Monterrey and has hosted continental finals and major international matches throughout its relatively short history.
Canada — 2 Venues
BMO Field — Toronto
Capacity: 45,000 (expanded for 2026) What's here: Group stage matches.
Canada's largest city and most diverse metropolitan area. Toronto's multicultural population means virtually every national team competing here will have loud support in the stands. BMO Field is home to Toronto FC (MLS).
BC Place — Vancouver
Capacity: 54,500 What's here: Group stage matches.
Vancouver's indoor stadium sits against a backdrop of mountains that makes it one of the most visually striking venues at the tournament. BC Place is home to the Vancouver Whitecaps (MLS) and hosted matches at the 2015 Women's World Cup Final.
The Biggest Matches by Venue
- Final (July 19): MetLife Stadium, New York/New Jersey
- Semi-finals: MetLife and AT&T Stadium (Dallas)
- Quarter-finals: SoFi (Los Angeles), Mercedes-Benz (Atlanta), NRG (Houston), Arrowhead (Kansas City)
- Opening match: Estadio Azteca, Mexico City
Follow our full schedule to see exactly which matches are played at each venue and on what date.