Estadio Azteca
87,523 seats · Open roof · Hybrid grass
- 87,523seats
- 1966Construit en
- 5Matchs dans ce stade
- Openroof
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.
Histoire & patrimoine
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 & accès
Tren Ligero to Estadio Azteca station — 10 min walk.
Coyoacán and Xochimilco day-trips pair well with match days.
Matchs dans ce stade
Hôtels à proximité
Most fans base in Roma or Condesa neighbourhoods — 30 min by rideshare.
Restauration & activités
Coyoacán market for pre-match tacos al pastor; Pujol if you're celebrating.
Conseils voyageurs
Tip insider: Altitude 2,250 m — arrive 48h early to acclimatise and skip alcohol on match day.
Carte interactive
Estadio Azteca
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.
Ville hôte
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