Mexico City, CDMX · Mexico

Estadio Azteca

87,523 seats · Open roof · Hybrid grass

5 · Partidos en este estadio
1966 · Inaugurado en
MEX · Aeropuerto más cercano
  • 87,523seats
  • 1966Inaugurado en
  • 5Partidos en este estadio
  • Openroof
Match-day ready

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.

Historia y patrimonio

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.

Transporte y acceso

Tren Ligero to Estadio Azteca station — 10 min walk.

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

Partidos en este estadio

Hoteles cercanos

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

🏨 Reservar hotel → · ✈ Buscar vuelos →

Comida y actividades

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

Consejos para viajeros

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

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Estadio Azteca

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.

Ciudad sede

Mexico City — Guía de la ciudad →
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