In a decision that interweaves history, passion and the future of football, the iconic Azteca Stadium in Mexico City has been chosen as the opening venue for the upcoming 2026 World Cup. This event will mark a significant milestone, as the Azteca Stadium will be will become the first venue in the world to host three World Cup opening ceremonies, further cementing its place in the pantheon of global football.
With a capacity of around 87,000 spectators and a history rich in legendary football moments, the Azteca Stadium promises to offer a spectacular opening that will pay tribute to both tradition and innovation in the beautiful game.
How many games will be played in Mexico for the 2026 World Cup??
The opening match of the World Cup 2026 It will be held at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico. Likewise, the matches will be held in different locations in Mexico, Canada and the United States. Find out which locations will be in Mexico.
One of the most important and long-awaited events for soccer lovers is approaching: the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This event will take place between June and July 2026. Those who are champions will be crowned on July 19 of that year. .
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13 games will be played in Mexico during the 2026 World Cup. The specific venues will be the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City; the Akron stadium in Guadalajara; and the BBVA stadium (which will only receive foreigners).
FIFA 2026 match schedule in Mexico
Thursday June 11
- Game 1 – Azteca Stadium – Mexico vs TDB
- Game 2 – Guadalajara – TBD vs TBD
Sunday June 14
- Game 12 – Monterrey – TBD vs TBD
Wednesday June 17
- Game 24 – Azteca Stadium – TBD vs TBD
Thursday June 18
- Game 28 – Guadalajara – Mexico vs TBD
Saturday June 20
- Game 36 – Monterrey – TBD vs TBD
Tuesday June 23
- Game 48 – Guadalajara – TBD vs TBD
Wednesday June 24
- Game 53 – Azteca Stadium – Mexico vs TDB
- Game 54 – Monterrey – TBD vs TBD
Friday June 26
- Game 66 – Guadalajara – TBD vs TBD
Monday June 29
- Game 75 – Monterrey – TBD vs TDB
Tuesday June 30
- Game 79 – Azteca Stadium – TBD vs TBD
Sunday July 5
- Game 92 – Azteca Stadium – TBD vs TBD
How much will a ticket cost?
Although tickets are not yet on sale, it is estimated that they will cost $70, that is, around 1198 MXN. It is worth mentioning that those interested in experiencing the matches must register at fifa.com to receive more information about requesting tickets. Of course, registration does not guarantee the availability of tickets.
World Cup 2026 logo
FIFA unveiled the official brand and logo of the 2026 World Cup through an event in Los Angeles. This emblem was carried out by the president of FIFA, Gianni Infantino, and by Ronaldo, who is a two-time World Cup champion in Brazil.
Through a timeless concept and innovative design, the logo combines the image of the trophy awarded at the end of the FIFA World Cup and the year that corresponds to the competition.
According to Gianni Infantino, the slogan of the event is “We are 26″ and the plural refers to the participation of the three North American countries during the event: Mexico, Canada and the US.