The 16 FIFA World Cup 2026 Stadiums — Complete Guide
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be played across 16 stadiums in three countries, spanning the length of North America. Eleven venues are in the United States, three in Mexico, and two in Canada. Several rank among the largest sports arenas in the world — and one, Estadio Azteca, will host a World Cup for an unprecedented third time.
United States — 11 Host Venues
MetLife Stadium (East Rutherford, New Jersey — 82,500) hosts the Final on July 19. Shared by the NFL's New York Giants and Jets, it is one of the largest stadiums in North America. AT&T Stadium (Arlington, Texas — 80,000), home of the Dallas Cowboys, will host several group matches and knockout rounds. SoFi Stadium (Inglewood, California — 70,000) is one of the most modern venues in the world, opening in 2020.
The Rose Bowl (Pasadena, California — 92,542) is the tournament's largest venue and has its own World Cup history — it hosted the 1994 final between Brazil and Italy. NRG Stadium (Houston, Texas — 72,220) is a fully air-conditioned dome, crucial for summer Texas heat. Arrowhead Stadium (Kansas City, Missouri — 76,000) is one of the loudest stadiums in American sports. Gillette Stadium (Foxborough, Massachusetts — 65,878), Lincoln Financial Field (Philadelphia — 69,796), Levi's Stadium (Santa Clara — 68,500), Allegiant Stadium (Las Vegas — 65,000), and Hard Rock Stadium (Miami — 65,326) complete the US lineup.
Mexico — Three Historic Venues
Estadio Azteca (Mexico City — 87,000) is the crown jewel of the Mexican venues. It hosted the 1970 and 1986 World Cup finals and was the venue for Maradona's legendary goals against England. In 2026 it becomes the only stadium ever to host a World Cup three times.
Estadio BBVA (Monterrey — 53,000) is a modern, mountain-flanked arena opened in 2015 and home to Club de Fútbol Monterrey. Estadio Akron (Guadalajara — 45,000) hosts the local team Chivas and sits within one of Mexico's most passionate football cities.
Canada — Two Venues
BC Place (Vancouver — 54,500) is a retractable-roof dome that hosted the 2015 Women's World Cup final. Its mild Pacific climate and iconic skyline setting make it one of the tournament's most visually striking venues. BMO Field (Toronto — 45,000 expanded) is Canada's primary football-specific stadium, home to Toronto FC of MLS.
The Final: MetLife Stadium
MetLife Stadium will host the Grand Final on July 19, 2026 — making it the largest venue to ever host a World Cup Final in terms of capacity. Situated just 8 miles from Manhattan, it will be the focal point of what promises to be an unforgettable evening for world football.