The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be hosted by three nations — the United States, Canada and Mexico — marking the first tri-nation tournament in football history. The expanded competition will feature 48 teams and a record-breaking 104 matches.
The selected venues, chosen for their capacity, modern infrastructure and crowd management, include a mix of iconic NFL stadiums, soccer-specific arenas and historic football grounds.
In total, 16 world-class stadiums across 16 vibrant host cities will showcase diverse cultures and cutting-edge sports facilities, stretching from Vancouver and Toronto in Canada to Seattle and Miami in the United States.
The United States will host the majority of matches, staging games in 11 cities, including all quarter-finals, semi-finals and the final.
Meanwhile, Canada and Mexico will each host 13 matches, with Mexico’s legendary Estadio Azteca selected to stage the opening match of the tournament.
What Stadiums Will Be Used in the 2026 World Cup?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will utilize 16 stadiums across the three host countries. This is the highest number of venues since the 2002 tournament co-hosted by South Korea and Japan, accommodating the larger field of teams and increased match count.
The distribution includes 11 stadiums in the USA, 2 in Canada, and 3 in Mexico, strategically chosen to minimize travel for teams and fans while showcasing diverse regions.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Stadiums in the USA
The United States will play a pivotal role in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, hosting the bulk of the tournament across 11 major stadiums.
These venues are spread nationwide, from Lumen Field in Seattle on the West Coast to Gillette Stadium in Boston on the East Coast. Key host cities include major metropolitan areas such as Dallas, Los Angeles, Miami, Atlanta, and the New York/New Jersey region.
U.S. stadiums will stage the majority of the 104 matches, hosting a total of 78 games, including every fixture from the quarterfinals to the final.
Among the host cities, Dallas will host the most matches with nine games, including the semifinals.
Atlanta and Los Angeles will each host eight matches, with Atlanta also staging a semifinal and Los Angeles hosting the opening match for the U.S. men’s national team.
The New York/New Jersey area will also host eight matches, highlighted by the World Cup final.
The host cities and their corresponding venues are listed below.
- Atlanta: Mercedes-Benz Stadium
- Boston: Gillette Stadium
- Dallas: AT&T Stadium
- Houston: NRG Stadium
- Kansas City: GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium
- Los Angeles: SoFi Stadium
- Miami: Hard Rock Stadium
- New York/New Jersey: MetLife Stadium
- Philadelphia: Lincoln Financial Field
- San Francisco Bay Area: Levi’s Stadium
- Seattle: Lumen Field
FIFA World Cup 2026 Stadiums in Canada
As co-hosts of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Canada will host 13 matches across two cities and two stadiums.
Canada will make history by co-hosting the men’s FIFA World Cup for the first time, alongside Mexico and the United States.
The Canadian venues are located on opposite sides of the country, showcasing two of its largest urban centres.
On the east coast, Toronto’s BMO Field will host five group-stage matches and one knockout Round of 32 fixture, including the Canadian men’s national team’s opening match on June 12, 2026.
On the west coast, Vancouver’s BC Place will stage five group-stage matches across Groups B, D and G, along with two knockout fixtures in the Round of 32 and Round of 16.
- Toronto: BMO Field
- Vancouver: BC Place
FIFA World Cup 2026 Stadiums in Mexico
Mexico will make football history by becoming the first nation to host the FIFA World Cup three times, having previously staged the tournament in 1970 and 1986. In 2026, El Tri will welcome the world once again alongside Canada and the United States.
Mexico will host 13 matches across three iconic cities: Mexico City, Guadalajara and Monterrey.
The tournament will officially kick off on June 11, 2026, at Mexico City’s legendary Estadio Azteca, making it the first stadium in history to host three World Cup opening matches.
Mexico City will serve as the heart of the Mexican leg of the tournament, staging five matches in total. This includes the highly anticipated opening match between Mexico and South Africa on June 11.
Beyond the group stage, Estadio Azteca will also host major knockout fixtures, including a Round of 32 match on June 30 and a Round of 16 match on July 5.
Guadalajara and Monterrey will each stage four matches during the tournament.
At Estadio Akron (officially named Estadio Guadalajara for the competition), fans will witness four group-stage matches, including Mexico’s second group match on June 18.
Meanwhile, Estadio BBVA in Monterrey (referred to as Monterrey Stadium) will host three group-stage matches, including the historic 1,000th match in FIFA World Cup history on June 20, followed by a Round of 32 knockout fixture on June 29.
- Guadalajara: Estadio Akron
- Mexico City: Estadio Azteca
- Monterrey: Estadio BBVA
Largest Stadiums at the 2026 World Cup
The largest stadium by capacity that will be used in the 2026 FIFA World Cup is the AT&T Stadium in the Dallas area (Arlington, Texas). It has a tournament capacity of 94,000 spectators.
What is the smallest stadium in the tournament?
The smallest stadium by capacity that will be used in the 2026 FIFA World Cup is the BMO Field in Toronto, Canada. The stadium is undergoing an expansion to bring its tournament capacity to approximately 45,000 spectators.
The second smallest is the Estadio Akron in Guadalajara, Mexico, with a capacity of around 48,000 spectators.
Which Stadium Will Host the Final?
The final match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be held at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey (part of the New York/New Jersey metropolitan area) on July 19, 2026.
Stadium Capacity Comparison Table
| Stadium Name | Host City | Country | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T Stadium | Dallas (Arlington) | USA | 92,967 |
| Estadio Azteca | Mexico City | Mexico | 83,264 |
| MetLife Stadium | New Jersey (East Rutherford) | USA | 82,500 |
| Arrowhead Stadium | Kansas City | USA | 76,416 |
| Mercedes-Benz Stadium | Atlanta | USA | 67,382 |
| NRG Stadium | Houston | USA | 72,220 |
| SoFi Stadium | Los Angeles (Inglewood) | USA | 70,240 |
| Levi’s Stadium | Santa Clara (San Francisco Bay Area) | USA | 68,500 |
| Lumen Field | Seattle | USA | 68,740 |
| Lincoln Financial Field | Philadelphia | USA | 67,594 |
| Hard Rock Stadium | Miami (Miami Gardens) | USA | 65,326 |
| Gillette Stadium | Boston (Foxborough) | USA | 64,000 |
| BC Place | Vancouver | Canada | 54,500 |
| Estadio BBVA | Monterrey | Mexico | 51,000 |
| Estadio Akron | Guadalajara | Mexico | 45,364 |
| BMO Field | Toronto | Canada | 40,000 |
