Mexico City at the World Cup
Mexico City hosts 3 World Cup 2026 matches at Estadio Azteca. Full schedule (kickoff times in ET), the teams playing, and the Onside AI model's prediction for each game — below.
Hosts the tournament opener. The only stadium to host three World Cups (1970, 1986, 2026) — both Pelé's and Maradona's 'goal of the century' were scored here.
The World Cup 2026 in Mexico City plays 3 matches at Estadio Azteca, from June 11 to June 25. Onside's AI model gives a win-probability and a predicted scoreline for every fixture below; click any match for the full breakdown.
All 3 Mexico City matches
The stadium
Hosts the tournament opener. The only stadium to host three World Cups (1970, 1986, 2026) — both Pelé's and Maradona's 'goal of the century' were scored here. Tournament-mode capacity: 87,523. Opened: 1966. Role: Opening match + Group.
Weather: High altitude (~2,240m). Warm days (24–27°C), cool evenings. Afternoon rain showers common in June.
Stadium guide & deeper info →Frequently asked
How many World Cup 2026 matches are in Mexico City?›
Mexico City hosts 3 World Cup 2026 matches at Estadio Azteca, from June 11 to June 25.
Where are the World Cup matches in Mexico City being played?›
Every match in Mexico City is at Estadio Azteca (capacity 87,523 in tournament mode). Hosts the tournament opener. The only stadium to host three World Cups (1970, 1986, 2026) — both Pelé's and Maradona's 'goal of the century' were scored here.
What time are the World Cup Mexico City matches in ET?›
Kickoff times vary — the full schedule with US Eastern Time is in the table above. The first Mexico City match kicks off Thu, Jun 11 · 3:00 PM ET.
What's the weather like for World Cup 2026 in Mexico City?›
High altitude (~2,240m). Warm days (24–27°C), cool evenings. Afternoon rain showers common in June.
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