The 2026 World Cup has arrived. Here's what to know about the 16 stadiums hosting matches
Summary
The 2026 World Cup soccer matches will take place in 16 stadiums across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. FIFA has temporarily renamed some stadiums because the companies that own the naming rights are not official FIFA sponsors.Key Facts
- Matches are held at 16 stadiums in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
- FIFA renamed stadiums for the tournament because of sponsorship rules.
- Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri, holds 73,000 people and will host several group and knockout matches.
- AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, with a capacity of 94,000, features a retractable roof and four large video screens.
- The Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, seats 65,000 and is home to the NFL's Patriots and MLS's Revolution.
- Some stadiums lack direct rail access but offer shuttle buses for fans on match days.
- Arrowhead Stadium holds the record for the loudest outdoor sports crowd at 142.2 decibels.
- The U.S. has hosted previous major sports events in some of these venues, including Super Bowls and NCAA championships.
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