Guide to the 16 Stadiums Hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be hosted across 16 venues in the United States, Mexico, and Canada, blending iconic soccer cathedrals with modern stadiums typically used for American football. In Mexico, the historic Estadio Azteca in Mexico City will make history as the first stadium to host matches in three different World Cups, including the opening game. Guadalajara's Estadio Akron and Monterrey's Estadio BBVA also feature prominently. Canada offers two venues: Toronto's soccer-specific BMO Field, which will host Canada's opener, and Vancouver's picturesque BC Place. The United States provides the majority of venues, including Atlanta's sustainable Mercedes-Benz Stadium, which will host a semi-final, and Boston's Gillette Stadium, upgraded for a quarter-final. The tournament final is scheduled for July 19 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New York. This guide highlights the diverse architectural styles and capacities of the stadiums, ranging from 45,000 to over 80,000 seats, underscoring the collaborative nature of this tri-national sporting event.
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