FIFA World Cup 2026 Stadiums List, Preview Of Every Ground
The next FIFA World Cup is on the horizon, as Canada, Mexico and the United States prepare to host the biggest tournament in sport.
16 stadiums will host FIFA World Cup 26, the most since 2002
FIFA details all you need to know about the venues
The FIFA World Cup 26™ will take place over three countries for the very first time, with Canada, Mexico and the USA set to share hosting duties in a ground-breaking edition of sport's greatest event.
A total of 16 stadiums have been chosen to host the games, the most since Korea/Japan 2002, with some truly spectacular venues set to showcase the best in the beautiful game.
Read all about which stadiums will play host to the world in 2026 with FIFA.
All listed stadium capacities are preliminary at this stage and subject to change prior to the tournament. Stadium official names for the FIFA World Cup 26 have been matched with Host City names and may differ from the common designation used locally.
Canada
Toronto Stadium
Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Capacity: 45,000
Opened: 2007
FIFA World Cup 26™ fixtures: Five group-stage matches and a Round of 32 tie
Toronto Stadium was purpose-built as Canada hosted the FIFA U-20 World Cup 2007™ and staged the final where Argentina emerged triumphant, with Sergio Aguero claiming the Golden Ball and Golden Boot.
The venue, which has an English Premier League-style roof canopy and steep stands on either end of the ground, played host to the climax of Canada’s campaign to reach the FIFA World Cup 2022™, when their ticket to Qatar was secured with victory over Jamaica.
That success ended Canada’s 36-year absence from the global showpiece, and extended their impressive record of having never lost a competitive match at Toronto Stadium, which will be welcoming FIFA tournaments back to the city having also hosted the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup™ in 2014.
Host City: Toronto
A taste of what’s to come from this FIFA World Cup 26™ Host City.
BC Place Vancouver
Location: Vancouver, British Colombia, Canada
Capacity: 54,000
Opened: 1983
FIFA World Cup 26™ fixtures: Five group-stage matches, a Round of 32 tie and a Round of 16 contest
Now into its fifth decade of existence, BC Place Vancouver remains a jaw-dropping piece of architecture situated on the banks of the False Creek inlet.
The area - which has recently undergone renovations – is the home of MLS team Vancouver Whitecaps and the Canadian Football League's (CFL) BC Lions, and has also occasionally hosted the Canada national team.
One of the most memorable matches at BC Place Vancouver came when the venue hosted the final of the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2015™, where USA defeated defending champions Japan 5-2, thanks in no small part to a three-goal haul from Carli Lloyd inside the opening 15 minutes.
Host City: Vancouver
A taste of what’s to come from this FIFA World Cup 26™ Host City.
Mexico
Estadio Azteca Mexico City
Location: Mexico City, Mexico
Capacity: 83,000
Opened: 1966
FIFA World Cup 26™ fixtures: Three group-stage matches, a Round of 32 tie and a Round of 16 contest
A true coliseum of world football and the first to host a third FIFA World Cup™, Estadio Azteca Mexico City - which welcomed the likes of Pele and Diego Maradona across two pulsating World Cup finals in 1970 and 1986 - will once again take centre stage.
The arena's day job is to host both Club America and Cruz Azul of Liga MX as well as the Mexico national team, while Pumas, Atlante, Atletico Espanyol and Necaxa have all previously played their football here.
Estadio Azteca Mexico City was the venue for the final of the FIFA U-17 World Cup™ in 2011, when a capacity crowd of 98,943 set the record for the number of supporters at any game in the history of the prestigious youth tournament.
Host City: Mexico City
A taste of what’s to come from this FIFA World Cup 26™ Host City.
Estadio Guadalajara Stadium
Location: Zapopan, Jalisco, Mexico
Capacity: 48,000
Opened: 2010
FIFA World Cup 26™ fixtures: Four group-stage matches
Built on raised ground and with a spherical, coliseum-like design, Estadio Guadalajara is certainly one of the more eye-catching venues set to hold matches at the FIFA World Cup in 2026.
Inaugurated in 2010, the stadium is home during the regular season to C.D. Guadalajara, who have enjoyed their fair share of success there. The men’s team secured their historic double title campaign, league and cup of the Clausura 2017 tournament, and the 2018 Concacaf Champions League victory, while the two titles of the women’s team in 2017 and 2022 add to the trophy haul.
Estadio Guadalajara was one of the main venues for the FIFA U-17 World Cup in 2011 and hosted the Pan-American Games the same year.
Host City: Guadalajara
A taste of what’s to come from this FIFA World Cup 26™ Host City.
Estadio Monterrey Stadium
Location: Guadalupe, Nuevo Leon, Mexico
Capacity: 53,500
Opened: 2015
FIFA World Cup 26™ fixtures: Three group-stage matches and a Round of 32 tie
Mexican side Monterrey play their football in this modern-day marvel, which is equipped with compact energy solutions and low voltage equipment. The ground was the first in the Americas to earn a silver certification from the Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED) following its unveiling in 2015.
As well as being the home of Monterrey throughout the Liga MX season, the venue also hosted eight games at the 2022 Concacaf W Championship, including USA's 1-0 final victory over Canada. Coldplay, Bad Bunny and Justin Bieber have performed at the ground in its opening decade.
Host City: Monterrey
A taste of what’s to come from this FIFA World Cup 26™ Host City.
Atlanta Stadium
Location: Atlanta, Georgia, USA
Capacity: 75,000
Opened: 2017
FIFA World Cup 26™ fixtures: Five group-stage matches, a Round of 32 tie, a Round of 16 clash and a semi-final
Atlanta Stadium was designed with supporters in mind and delivers an award-winning fan experience. Standing at over 300 feet high, it features a one-of-a-kind retractable roof, first-of-its-kind 360-degree halo video display and has been lauded as the most sustainable stadium in the world.
The stadium is home to Atlanta United of Major League Soccer (MLS) and the National Football League's (NFL) Atlanta Falcons. Since opening in 2017, the stadium has hosted the biggest events in the United States, including the MLS All-Star Game, College Football Play-off National Championship Game, Super Bowl LIII, numerous international friendlies, and concerts from global superstars.
The Atlanta venue played host to five FIFA Club World Cup 2025 matches, including three Group Stage fixtures, two Round of 16 games, and the thrilling quarter-final showdown between Paris Saint-Germain and FC Bayern München.
Host City: Atlanta
A taste of what’s to come from this FIFA World Cup 26™ Host City.
Boston Stadium
Location: Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA
Capacity: 65,000
Opened: 2002
FIFA World Cup 26™ fixtures: Five group-stage matches, a Round of 32 tie and a quarter-final
Boston Stadium, home to MLS side New England Revolution and NFL outfit New England Patriots, is currently undergoing a major renovation project ahead of the 2026 tournament.
Once complete, the ground will boast the largest outdoor high-definition stadium video board in the country (measuring 22,000 square feet), 50,000-square feet of glass-enclosed hospitality and function spaces, 360-degree connectivity between all levels of the concourses and more.
Boston Stadium has hosted numerous soccer fixtures over the years, including the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2003™, Copa America Centenario, Concacaf Gold Cup and International Champions Cup, and is a regular concert venue for major artists.
Host City: Boston
A taste of what’s to come from this FIFA World Cup 26™ Host City.
Dallas Stadium
Location: Arlington, Texas, USA
Capacity: 94,000
Opened: 2009
FIFA World Cup 26™ fixtures: Five group-stage matches, two Round of 32 ties, a Round of 16 contest and a semi-final
Dallas Stadium is a jaw-dropping example of stadium architecture, providing a ‘once-in-a-lifetime' visitor experience for both sport and music events, while boasting several pieces of incredible artwork and 25,000 square feet of video displays inside.
Since opening in 2009, the venue has been the home of five-time Super Bowl winners the Dallas Cowboys, and has also hosted the Concacaf Gold Cup and Mexico national team matches down the years.
Other major events at Dallas Stadium include Super Bowl XLV, the 2015 College Football Playoff National Championship game, the 2018 NFL Draft, Big 12 Championship games, Cotton Bowl Classic, NCAA Men's Final Four, AMA Supercross Championship and multiple world championship boxing matches.
Host City: Dallas
A taste of what’s to come from this FIFA World Cup 26™ Host City.
Houston Stadium
Location: Houston, Texas, USA
Capacity: 72,000
Opened: 2002
FIFA World Cup 26™ fixtures: Five group-stage matches, a Round of 32 tie and a Round of 16 contest
A host of the MLS All-Star game, national team fixtures of both the USA and Mexico, as well as three games at the Copa America Centenario in 2016, Houston Stadium has plenty of football pedigree and will surely gather more ahead of 2026.
Opened in 2002, the ground, which is also home to the famous Houston Rodeo, has a retractable roof and is famed for its 'Bull Pen' section, which houses the loudest section of NFL side Houston Texans' home support.
Host City: Houston
A taste of what’s to come from this FIFA World Cup 26™ Host City.
Kansas City Stadium
Location: Kansas City, Missouri, USA
Capacity: 73,000
Opened: 1972
FIFA World Cup 26™ fixtures: Four group-stage matches, a Round of 32 tie and a quarter-final
Kansas City Stadium is certified by Guinness World Records as the loudest outdoor sports venue in the world and has hosted a record five consecutive NFL Conference Championships.
The arena, which is the home of the NFL Kansas City Chiefs, reached a record-breaking decibel level of 142.2 when the Chiefs took on the New England Patriots in 2014.
Known as the soccer capital of America, Kansas City is home to two-time MLS champions Sporting KC and 2022 National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) finalists KC Current and is a bi-state metropolitan area that straddles the state line between Missouri and Kansas.
Host City: Kansas City
A taste of what’s to come from this FIFA World Cup 26™ Host City.
Los Angeles Stadium
Location: Inglewood, California, USA
Capacity: 70,000
Opened: 2020
FIFA World Cup 26™ fixtures: Five group-stage matches, two Round of 32 ties and a quarter-final
Los Angeles Stadium is the newest venue chosen to host FIFA World Cup 26, having opened in September 2020. It is situated just a 30-minute drive from Pasadena's famous Rose Bowl Stadium, which hosted the World Cup final of 1994.
Both the Los Angeles Rams and Los Angeles Chargers play their NFL fixtures at the venue, which also hosted Super Bowl LVI as the Rams defeated the Cincinnati Bengals 23-20 in 2022.
Los Angeles Stadium has already hosted a number of concerts under its iconic and unique roof, with Taylor Swift, BTS and Ed Sheeran among the artists to have graced the venue.
Host City: Los Angeles
A taste of what’s to come from this FIFA World Cup 26™ Host City.
Miami Stadium
Location: Miami Gardens, Florida, USA
Capacity: 65,000
Opened: 1987
FIFA World Cup 26™ fixtures: Four group-stage matches, a Round of 32 tie, a quarter-final fixture and the bronze final
Miami Stadium serves as home to the Miami Dolphins, Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix, Miami Open tennis tournament, University of Miami, Orange Blossom Classic and Orange Bowl college football games, Jazz in the Gardens and other concerts and festivals.
The venue features world-class entertainment and demonstrates its versatility in hosting a wide variety of events including six Super Bowls, the 2010 NFL Pro Bowl, El Clasico Miami, major concerts and international soccer matches.
The stadium played host to eight fixtures during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025, including the opening showdown between Al Ahly FC and Inter Miami CF and the Round of 16 encounter where Real Madrid C. F. saw off fellow European heavyweights Juventus FC en route to the quarter-finals.
Host City: Miami
A taste of what’s to come from this FIFA World Cup 26™ Host City.
New York New Jersey Stadium
Location: East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA
Capacity: 82,500
Opened: 2010
FIFA World Cup 26™ fixtures: Five group-stage matches, a Round of 32 tie, a Round of 16 contest and the FIFA World Cup™ final
While this stadium has been more used to hosting the superstars of the NFL down the years, the best that soccer has to offer will head to the ground come 2026 as a different sport takes centre stage.
A multipurpose stadium which opened in 2010, the ground currently hosts the NFL's New York Giants and New York Jets, as well as the XFL's New York Guardians and was the venue for the final of the 2016 Copa America Centenario, when Chile defeated Lionel Messi’s Argentina on penalties. Numerous A-list performers have featured at New York New Jersey Stadium, including Bruce Springsteen, Beyonce, Ed Sheeran and Taylor Swift.
The venue was the centrepiece for the conclusion of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 as fans from across the globe tuned in to see Chelsea’s thrilling 3-0 victory over Paris Saint-Germain, while the semi-finals, one quarter-final and five Group Stage fixtures also took place here.
Host City: New York New Jersey
A taste of what’s to come from this FIFA World Cup 26™ Host City.
Philadelphia Stadium
Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
Capacity: 69,000
Opened: 2003
FIFA World Cup 26™ fixtures: Five group-stage matches and a Round of 16 tie
Philadelphia Stadium opened with a blockbuster friendly match between Manchester United against Barcelona in August 2003, with Ronaldinho setting up Patrick Kluivert to score the arena's first goal.
It would go on to house US national team games, the 2015 Gold Cup Final and Manchester United again in the years since, as well as becoming the permanent residence of the NFL's Philadelphia Eagles and the temporary home of MLS team Philadelphia Union during the 2010 season.
The venue was the setting for a total of eight fixtures during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025, with six group games, one Round of 16 fixture and eventual winners Chelsea’s quarter-final victory over Palmeiras, which was also played on 4 July.
Host City: Philadelphia
A taste of what’s to come from this FIFA World Cup 26™ Host City.
San Francisco Bay Area Stadium
Location: Santa Clara, California, USA
Capacity: 71,000
Opened: 2014
FIFA World Cup 26™ fixtures: Five group-stage matches and a Round of 32 tie
One of the newer stadiums tasked with hosting the tournament, San Francisco Bay Area Stadium is located in the city of Santa Clara.
Home to the NFL's San Francisco 49ers since its opening in 2014, the stadium was selected to host Super Bowl 50 in February 2016, where Coldplay headlined the half-time show with support from Beyonce and Bruno Mars.
The venue staged the first match of the Copa America Centenario in June 2016 as Colombia defeated USA, and has also hosted Wrestlemania and the 2015 NHL clash between the LA Kings and San Jose Sharks.
Host City: San Francisco Bay Area
A taste of what’s to come from this FIFA World Cup 26™ Host City.
Seattle Stadium
Location: Seattle, Washington, USA
Capacity: 69,000
Opened: 2002
FIFA World Cup 26™ fixtures: Four group-stage matches, a Round of 32 tie and a Round of 16 contest
This stadium boasts a unique horseshoe shape with an open north end to give a stunning view of the Seattle skyline.
Featuring twice in the Guinness World Records as the loudest outdoor stadium, with the feats achieved in September and December 2013, the ground has become known as a fortress for the likes of MLS side Seattle Sounders and the NFL's Seattle Seahawks.
The home atmosphere was perhaps best evidenced on 5 May 2022, as the Sounders defeated Mexican outfit Pumas 3-0 to claim a 5-2 aggregate victory and lift the Concacaf Champions League, becoming the first American side to win the competition in its new format and qualify for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025.
Sounders played all three of their Club World Cup matches on home turf, but were unable to progress from a tough group featuring Paris Saint-Germain, Botafogo and Atlético de Madrid. Six Club World Cup matches were held at the venue during the 2025 tournament.
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