How Many 2026 World Cup Matches Remain at Estadio Ciudad de México? Key Dates and Schedule
How Many 2026 World Cup Matches Remain at Estadio Ciudad de México? Key Dates and Schedule
The Estadio Ciudad de México, also known as Estadio Azteca, will host six matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, according to the official tournament schedule. These include the opening game on June 12, 2026, and two semifinals, with the final set for July 13, 2026, at the stadium. As of May 2024, all matches at the venue remain unplayed, with the full schedule confirmed by FIFA.
Confirmed Matches and Dates at Estadio Azteca
FIFA’s official World Cup 2026 venue list outlines six matches to be held at the Estadio Azteca, including the tournament’s opening game. The schedule includes:
Group Stage: Mexico vs. Poland (June 12, 2026)
Group Stage: Mexico vs. Argentina (June 17, 2026)
Round of 16: Winner of Group B vs. Winner of Group A (June 25, 2026)
Quarterfinal: Winner of Round of 16 (June 30, 2026)
Semifinal: Winner of Quarterfinal (July 11, 2026)
Semifinal: Runner-up of Quarterfinal (July 12, 2026)
The final match at the stadium, a semifinal, will be held on July 12, 2026, with the winner advancing to the July 13 final at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California.
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