2026 World Cup Stadiums: Complete Guide to All 16 Venues

The 2026 World Cup will be played across 16 stadiums in three countries, ranging from iconic historic venues to modern purpose-built arenas.

American Host Stadiums

East Coast Venues: New York and Boston

MetLife Stadium (New Jersey) with 82,500 capacity is the frontrunner for the final. Gillette Stadium in Boston, home to the New England Patriots, will add a distinctive American sports atmosphere.

Southern and Midwest Venues

AT&T Stadium in Dallas (80,000 capacity), NRG Stadium in Houston, and Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta bring American football stadium scale to soccer. All three offer retractable roofs for weather protection.

Canadian and Mexican Venues

BMO Field Toronto and BC Place Vancouver

Canada's two venues reflect the country's soccer growth. BMO Field — home to Toronto FC — and BC Place in Vancouver have hosted major international tournaments and are well-prepared for World Cup scale.

The Historic Azteca in Mexico City

Estadio Azteca hosted the 1970 and 1986 World Cup finals and is one of football's most storied venues. At 3,000 meters altitude, it presents unique physical challenges for visiting teams.

Logistical Considerations for Fans

Choosing Which Cities to Visit

With 16 venues spread across three countries, most fans will choose one or two cities to base themselves. Consider flight connections, time zone differences, and which match schedules align best.

Accommodation and Transport Planning

Host city hotels will be booked quickly once the schedule is announced. Planning transport between venues in the same city is straightforward; international travel between host countries requires more advance planning.