2026 World Cup stadiums: full list of host venues in the USA, Canada & Mexico

The 2026 World Cup is poised to be groundbreaking on multiple levels, as it will host 48 nations across three countries for the first time in history.

With the tournament to be played across the USA, Canada, and Mexico, FIFA has selected 16 host cities to showcase the greatest show in football.

Given the distances between stadiums and the extreme heat that teams could face, the venues for the mammoth event are sure to influence results and performances.

DAZN News brings you all you need to know about the stadiums hosting the action.

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Full list of 2026 World Cup stadiums by country

The 2026 World Cup will be hosted across 16 stadiums, with 11 in the USA, three in Mexico, and two in Canada.

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The 2026 World Cup final will take place at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on July 19, 8:00 GMT.

MetLife Stadium has the largest capacity of all the stadiums and is home to the NFL teams, the Giants and Jets.

Located in East Rutherford, New Jersey, the stadium opened in 2010 and cost a whopping $1.6 billion to build.

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USA stadium facts, information, temperature

AT&T Stadium - Dallas

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The AT&T Stadium will host nine matches at the 2026 World Cup, more than any other stadium, including the first semi-final on Thursday, July 14.

To combat the extreme summer heat, the stadium has been equipped with air conditioning and is the home of the five-time Super Bowl champions, the Dallas Cowboys.

• Average highest temperature in June: 32°C

SoFi Stadium - Los Angeles

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SoFi Stadium will host eight matches at the 48-nation competition, including the second quarter-final on Friday, July 10.

Home to the NFL's Rams and Chargers, the 69,650-capacity stadium is an indoor-outdoor hybrid and is the most expensive stadium ever built, costing $5.5billion.

• Average highest temperature in June: 24°C

Mercedes-Benz Stadium - Atlanta

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Also hosting eight matches, the Mercedes-Benz Stadium will accommodate the second semi-final on Friday, July 15.

Another air-conditioned venue, it is the home of the NFL franchise Atlanta Falcons and MLS side Atlanta United and boasts a unique design inspired by the Pantheon in Rome.

• Average highest temperature in June: 30°C

Hard Rock Stadium - Miami

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The Hard Rock Stadium will host seven matches, including the Bronze Final on Saturday, July 18.

There is great concern about the weather at this venue, with heat and humidity set to influence proceedings. As the Hard Rock Stadium is an outdoor arena, there will be air conditioning to aid the conditions.

• Average highest temperature in June: 31°C

Gillette Stadium - Boston

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The Gillette Stadium will also stage seven games, with the first quarter-final to be played on Thursday, July 9.

Another open-air venue, it is the home of six-time Super Bowl champions the New England Patriots and MLS outfit New England Revolution.

• Average highest temperature in June: 25°C

NRG Stadium - Houston

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Another venue hosting seven matches will be the NRG Stadium, with one of the opening Round of 16 ties to take place on Saturday, July 4.

Opening in 2002, the home of the Houston Texans became the first NFL stadium to have a retractable roof. Furthermore, the venue has climate control capabilities to tackle the hot and humid weather in the summer months.

• Average highest temperature in June: 33°C

Levi's Stadium - San Francisco

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Hosting six matches at the 2026 World Cup, Levi's Stadium will feature five group games as well as the Round of 32 clash on Wednesday, July 1.

Home to five-time Super Bowl winners, the 49ers, the $1.3billion uncovered venue is situated in the hub of Silicon Valley, Santa Clara.

• Average highest temperature in June: 20°C

Lumen Stadium - Seattle

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Lumen Stadium will also feature six matches, including a Round of 16 clash on Monday, July 6.

Positioned on the coast of Seattle, the 65,123 seater venue has a unique view of the city's skyline due to its horseshoe shape and is less likely to be influenced by summer heat.

• Average highest temperature in June: 22°C

Arrowhead Stadium - Kansas City

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Having opened in 1972, Arrowhead Stadium is one of the older arenas to feature in the World Cup and will host six games, including a quarter-final tie on Saturday, July 11.

Known for its electric atmosphere, the venue is home to four-time Super Bowl champions, the Kansas City Chiefs and is the third-oldest ground in use by an NFL team.

• Average highest temperature in June: 30°C

Lincoln Financial Field - Philadelphia

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Lincoln Financial Field is home to the 2025 Super Bowl winners, the Philadelphia Eagles and will host six games, including a Round of 16 fixture on Saturday, July 4.

One of the more forward-thinking venues, it has more than 10,000 solar panels to compensate for roughly one-third of the stadium’s annual energy consumption.

• Average highest temperature in June: 30°C

Mexico stadium facts and information

Estadio Azteca - Mexico City

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The most historic venue at the World Cup will be the Estadio Azteca, which opened in 1996. Situated in Mexico City, it has hosted World Cup finals in 1970 and 1986 and famously saw Diego Maradona's 'Hand of God' goal against England.

Estadio Azteca will welcome five matches in the competition, including a Round of 16 clash on Sunday, July 5.

• Average highest temperature in June: 25°C

Estadio BBVA - Monterrey

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Estadio BBVA boasts one of the most stunning backdrops in sport, with Cerro de la Silla, a 1,800m tall mountain, looming over the football cauldron.

Home to five-time champions Monterrey, the stadium will host four World Cup games, including a Round of 32 contest on Monday, June 29.

• Average highest temperature in June: 33°C

Estadio Akron - Guadalajara

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The second smallest venue at the World Cup will be Estadio Akron, which will feature four group games, including Mexico's clash with Korea Republic on Thursday, June 18.

Sitting 1,600m above sea level, the stadium could cause issues for players, while heavy rainfall is expected during the region's wet season.

• Average highest temperature in June: 29°C

Canada stadium facts and information

BMO Field - Toronto

With a capacity of 44,315, BMO Field will be the smallest venue at the World Cup and will host six games, including a Round of 32 tie on Thursday, July 2.

Canada will begin their World Cup campaign against a qualifier on Friday, June 12, and has played half of their home games here since it opened in 2007.

• Average highest temperature in June: 26°C

BC Place - Vancouver

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The most northernly location at the World Cup, BC Place, will host seven matches, including a Round of 16 clash on Tuesday, July 7.

BC Place has previously staged the opening and closing ceremonies of the 2010 Winter Olympic Games and nine matches at the 2015 Women's World Cup.

• Average highest temperature in June: 21°C