Stadium Guides

Arlington, Texas

Home of the Dallas Cowboys since 2009, AT&T Stadium is a testament to Texas-sized ambition. Its colossal 11,400-square-foot video board hangs 90 feet above the field — you'll spend as much time looking up as at the pitch. Hosted 9 World Cup 2026 matches including a semifinal that drew over 80,000 fans. Also hosts the annual Cotton Bowl Classic and major boxing events.

Vancouver, British Columbia

Vancouver's waterfront landmark since 1983, BC Place features the world's largest cable-supported retractable roof. Framed by the North Shore mountains and False Creek harbor, it's one of the most scenic venues in world football. Hosted 5 World Cup 2026 matches, adding to a legacy that includes the 2010 Winter Olympics opening ceremony and the 2015 Women's World Cup Final.

Toronto, Ontario

Canada's national soccer stadium, BMO Field opened in 2007 on the shores of Lake Ontario. Home to Toronto FC and the Canadian national teams, this intimate 40,000-seat bowl puts every fan right on top of the action — no upper decks, no nosebleeds. Hosted 5 World Cup 2026 matches. The downtown Toronto skyline and lake views make it one of the most picturesque venues in North American soccer.

Mexico City

A cathedral of football. Estadio Azteca is the only stadium to host three World Cup openers (1970, 1986, 2026) and the stage for two of the most iconic World Cup moments: Pelé lifting the trophy in 1970 and Maradona's legendary performances in 1986. Sitting at 2,200m above sea level, the altitude creates a unique atmosphere that every visiting team must reckon with. Added 10 more World Cup matches to its unmatched legacy in 2026.

Monterrey, Nuevo León

Nicknamed 'El Gigante de Acero' (The Steel Giant), Estadio BBVA opened in 2015 and immediately became an icon of Mexican football architecture. Home to CF Monterrey, its signature floating roof appears to hover above the bowl, creating a canopy effect while keeping the ends open to the Sierra Madre mountain views. Hosted 5 World Cup 2026 group matches. Widely regarded as having one of the best playing surfaces in North America.

Miami Gardens, Florida

Miami's open-air arena since 1987. Hard Rock Stadium is home to the NFL's Dolphins and the University of Miami Hurricanes. Its distinctive canopy roof shades every seat from the Florida sun. Hosted 7 World Cup 2026 matches across group and knockout stages. The venue is a multi-sport powerhouse — also home to the Miami Open tennis tournament and the F1 Miami Grand Prix, with a track built around the stadium grounds.

Seattle, Washington

Opened in 2002 in Seattle's SoDo district, Lumen Field is one of the loudest outdoor venues on the planet. The '12th Man' crowd famously registered a 137.6-decibel roar during an NFL game — louder than a jet engine at takeoff. Home to the Seahawks (NFL) and Sounders (MLS). Hosted 6 World Cup 2026 group matches. The partial roof over the stands and open end zones let the Puget Sound air sweep through.

Atlanta, Georgia

Opened in 2017, Mercedes-Benz Stadium is Atlanta's architectural gem. Its distinctive retractable roof — eight triangular petals inspired by the Georgia state flower — opens and closes like a camera aperture. Home to the Falcons (NFL) and Atlanta United (MLS), it's famous for fan-first pricing: $2 hot dogs, $5 beers. Hosted the first US match of the 2026 World Cup and 7 more fixtures, including knockout rounds.

East Rutherford, New Jersey

Home of the NFL's New York Giants and Jets, MetLife Stadium hosted the 2026 World Cup Final on July 19 — the biggest single match in the sport. Just 8 miles from Manhattan with direct rail access, the Meadowlands has been New York's premier outdoor venue since 2010. Previously hosted Super Bowl XLVIII, WrestleMania, and concerts by Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, and Bruce Springsteen.

Inglewood, California

Opened in 2020 at a cost of $5.5 billion, SoFi Stadium is the most expensive venue ever built. Home of the LA Rams and Chargers, it features a translucent canopy roof and a massive dual-sided 360-degree video board suspended from the ceiling. Hosted the 2026 World Cup third-place match and 8 total fixtures. Also hosted Super Bowl LVI and WrestleMania 39.