One of the most iconic venues of the 2026 World Cup will be the Estadio Azteca, now renamed Estadio Banorte, located in Mexico City. According to the official FIFA schedule, this stadium will host five matches, including the tournament’s opening match. For both Mexican and international fans, the schedule, as well as the World Cup tickets, prices, and available experiences at Estadio Azteca have become top trending searches on Google.
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Which stadiums in Mexico will host World Cup 2026 matches?
Mexico will be one of the three host nations of the 2026 World Cup, alongside the United States and Canada. Within Mexico, three stadiums have been selected to host matches:
- Estadio Azteca (Estadio Banorte) – Mexico City
- Estadio BBVA – Monterrey
- Estadio Akron – Guadalajara
However, it is the Estadio Azteca that will have the honor of hosting the opening ceremony of the FIFA World Cup 2026, marking its third World Cup opening after 1970 and 1986 — a historic and unprecedented milestone.
World Cup 2026: Match schedule at Estadio Azteca
According to the confirmed FIFA schedule, the five matches at Estadio Azteca (Banorte) will take place on the following dates:
🗓 Thursday, June 11, 2026 – Opening match
- Group A
- Estadio Banorte (CDMX)
- Historic moment: the first time a stadium hosts a World Cup opening match for the third time.
🗓 Wednesday, June 17, 2026 – Group Stage
- Group K
- Second match at the capital’s venue.
🗓 Wednesday, June 24, 2026 – Group Stage
- Group A
- Last group stage match at Estadio Azteca.
🗓 Tuesday, June 30, 2026 – Round of 32
- 1A vs. 3C/3D/3E/F
- Start of the knockout phase.
🗓 Sunday, July 5, 2026 – Round of 16
- W79 vs. W80
- Final match scheduled at Estadio Banorte.
How much do World Cup 2026 tickets cost at Estadio Azteca?
Currently, the only way to access World Cup 2026 tickets in Mexico is through hospitality packages. The Venue Series package includes tickets to all five matches at the stadium in a single purchase. The experience features premium services such as gourmet food, beverages, exclusive access, and personalized attention.
Approximate Venue Series package prices:
| Experience | Price in MXN | Estimated in USD |
|---|---|---|
| Champions Club Standard | $447,700 MXN | ~$26,000 USD |
| Trophy Lounge Standard | $857,250 MXN | ~$49,500 USD |
| Pitchside Lounge Standard | $926,500 MXN | ~$53,600 USD |
| FIFA Pavilion Standard (most affordable) | $344,000 MXN | ~$19,800 USD |
Prices may fluctuate based on current exchange rates and availability. It’s important to note that individual tickets for the World Cup 2026 opening match are not sold separately — the only way to attend is through the Venue Series package.
Currently, single match tickets are only available for the games on June 17 and June 30. In those cases, prices start at 73,000 pesos.
After reviewing the currently available prices, here’s what we found for the Wednesday, June 17 match:
- VIP Standard: $108,600
- Champions Standard: $73,400
- Champions Standard+: $78,500
For the Tuesday, June 30 match, ticket prices are:
- VIP Standard: $129,800
- Champions Standard: $78,500
- Champions Standard+: $83,500
When does general ticket sales for the World Cup begin?
FIFA has confirmed that registration for non-hospitality tickets will begin in September 2025, with more details to follow regarding the individual ticket sale process.
Where else will the World Cup 2026 be played?
Mexico will host matches in:
- Estadio Banorte (Mexico City)
- Estadio Akron (Guadalajara) – 4 matches
- Estadio BBVA (Monterrey) – 4 matches
The United States and Canada will also host matches, with cities like Toronto, Vancouver, Los Angeles, Miami, and New York participating in the biggest tournament in history, with 48 national teams.
