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Mexico City World Cup 2026

Mexico City hosts 3 2026 World Cup matches at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, Mexico, a venue that holds around 83,000 fans. The only stadium to host matches at three World Cups (1970, 1986, 2026) and set to stage the opening match. Below: every fixture at this venue with dates and kickoff times, plus how to watch.

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Stadium
Estadio Azteca
City
Mexico City, Mexico
Capacity
~83,000
Matches
3

2026 World Cup matches in Mexico City

DateMatchStage
Jun 11, 2026Mexico vs South AfricaGroup A · MD1
Jun 18, 2026Uzbekistan vs ColombiaGroup K · MD1
Jun 25, 2026Czech Republic vs MexicoGroup A · MD3

About Estadio Azteca

Estadio Azteca is Mexico City’s 2026 World Cup venue, located in Mexico City, Mexico. The only stadium to host matches at three World Cups (1970, 1986, 2026) and set to stage the opening match. With a tournament capacity of roughly 83,000, it is one of the 16 stadiums staging the first 48-team World Cup, co-hosted by Canada, Mexico and the USA from 2026-06-11 to 2026-07-19.

Planning your tournament? Check the full match schedule for kickoff times, see how to watch in your country, browse all 16 host cities, or dive into our tournament predictions and matchup previews.

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Frequently asked

Which stadium hosts the 2026 World Cup in Mexico City?

Mexico City stages its 2026 World Cup matches at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, Mexico, which holds around 83,000 fans. The only stadium to host matches at three World Cups (1970, 1986, 2026) and set to stage the opening match.

How many World Cup matches are played in Mexico City?

Mexico City is scheduled to host 3 2026 World Cup matches at Estadio Azteca. See the full fixture list above for dates and kickoff times.

How can I watch World Cup matches in Mexico City?

You can attend at Estadio Azteca or watch on TV and streaming. See our how-to-watch guide for the channels and free streams in your country.