Estadio Banorte (Estadio Azteca)

The most storied stadium in Latin America, Estadio Azteca — officially renamed Estadio Banorte in March 2025 after a sponsorship deal, but known as Mexico City Stadium during the World Cup — becomes the first venue in history to host three FIFA World Cups (1970, 1986, 2026). A $150 million renovation closed the stadium in May 2024 and delivered new hybrid turf, LED screens, upgraded locker rooms, and expanded capacity to ~87,500. It reopened on March 28, 2026. The 2026 opening ceremony — themed around Mexican Papel Picado art — kicks off here on June 11 before Mexico vs. South Africa. The stadium hosts five World Cup matches: the opening ceremony match (Mexico vs South Africa, Group A), two further group-stage ties (Group K and a second Group A game), plus the Round of 32 and Round of 16 knockout ties. It was the stage for Pelé's 1970 triumph, Maradona's "Hand of God" goal in 1986, and the legendary "Goal of the Century."

Estadio Banorte (Estadio Azteca) is located in Mexico City, Mexico with a capacity of 87,500 spectators. The playing surface is Hybrid Grass. It features a open roof. The venue will host Opening Match, Group Stage (×2), Round of 32, Round of 16 matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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