Mexico City, CDMX · Mexico

Estadio Azteca

87,523 seats · Open roof · Hybrid grass

5 · Matches at this venue
1966 · Built in
MEX · Nearest airport
  • 87,523seats
  • 1966Built in
  • 5Matches at this venue
  • Openroof
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Get to Estadio Azteca like a pro

Tren Ligero to Estadio Azteca station — 10 min walk. Book your stay, your flight and your pre-match experience before kickoff.

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History & heritage

Estadio Azteca opened in 1966 in Mexico City, Mexico, and serves as the home of Club América · Mexico national team. With a capacity of 87,523, it ranks among the top venues of the FIFA World Cup 2026 — a tournament built around the largest combined seating in football history.

The pitch uses hybrid grass under open cover, configured to FIFA standards for the world's most-watched event. Match-day operations leverage decades of NFL/MLS/Liga MX experience: streamlined ingress, accessibility infrastructure, and concession capacity unique to North-American mega-venues.

Transport & access

Tren Ligero to Estadio Azteca station — 10 min walk.

Coyoacán and Xochimilco day-trips pair well with match days.

Matches at this venue

Group stage · Jun 13, 2026
Group C · #1 vs Group C · #3
Group stage · Jun 17, 2026
Group F · #1 vs Group F · #2
Group stage · Jun 20, 2026
Group H · #1 vs Group H · #4
Group stage · Jun 23, 2026
Group K · #1 vs Group K · #3
Round of 32 · Jun 28, 2026
R32 3A vs R32 3B

Hotels nearby

Most fans base in Roma or Condesa neighbourhoods — 30 min by rideshare.

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Food & activities

Coyoacán market for pre-match tacos al pastor; Pujol if you're celebrating.

Traveler tips

Insider tip: Altitude 2,250 m — arrive 48h early to acclimatise and skip alcohol on match day.

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Estadio Azteca

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FAQ

FAQ

What is the capacity of Estadio Azteca?

Estadio Azteca seats 87,523 spectators for FIFA World Cup 2026 matches.

When was Estadio Azteca built?

Estadio Azteca opened in 1966 and is the home of Club América · Mexico national team.

How do I get to Estadio Azteca?

Tren Ligero to Estadio Azteca station — 10 min walk.

What is the nearest airport?

MEX (Mexico City).

Where should I stay near Estadio Azteca?

Most fans base in Roma or Condesa neighbourhoods — 30 min by rideshare.

What food options are available?

Coyoacán market for pre-match tacos al pastor; Pujol if you're celebrating.

Does Estadio Azteca have a roof?

Estadio Azteca has a open configuration with hybrid grass.

How many World Cup 2026 matches are scheduled here?

5 matches are scheduled at Estadio Azteca during the tournament.

Host city

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