2026 World Cup Stadium Capacities Revealed, From Azteca's 80,000 to Toronto's 43,000

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to be the largest ever, with an expanded 104 matches and a diverse range of stadium capacities across North America. The tournament kicks off at the iconic Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, which boasts a capacity of 80,824, followed closely by the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, the venue for the final, with 80,663 seats.

Other significant venues include stadiums in Dallas, with a capacity of 70,649, and Los Angeles, seating 70,492. On the smaller end, Toronto's stadium will host matches with a capacity of 43,036. This wide range reflects the global appeal and logistical reach of the tournament.

FIFA anticipates a record-breaking attendance, surpassing the 3.5 million mark set during the 1994 World Cup. This projection is fueled by the unprecedented global demand and the expansion of the tournament to include 48 teams, promising a more inclusive and widely followed event.

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Following unprecedented global demand, this year's edition is set to break the attendance record of 3.5 million established at the 1994 FIFA World Cup, reflecting the magnitude and momentum of the first World Cup with 48 teams.