Mexico
Jun 11 · Thu
15:00 ET
South Africa
Host City
Mexico City
87,523
Capacity
1966
Opened
5
WC Matches
2,200m
Key Stat
Venue Schedule
Matches at Estadio Azteca
About This Venue
Estadio Azteca
Estadio Azteca is the most legendary venue in World Cup history. Opened in 1966, it is the only stadium on Earth to host matches at three FIFA World Cups. Both the 1970 and 1986 finals were played here, with Pele and Maradona each lifting the trophy on this pitch.
Located in the Coyoacan district of southern Mexico City at an altitude of 2,200 meters, the thin air has famously affected visiting teams for decades. Renovations add a new roof with solar panels, full LED exterior lighting, and replaced seating throughout.
- WC Name
- Mexico City Stadium
- Capacity
- ~87,500
- Opened
- 1966
- Surface
- Natural grass
- Altitude
- 2,200m (7,200 ft)
- WC Matches
- 5
- Roof
- Partial cover (open air)
Getting There
Transport
By air
Fly into Aeropuerto Internacional Benito Juarez (MEX), 25km northeast. Taxi or Uber takes 45-75 min depending on traffic.
Public transit
Metro Line 2 to Tasquena, then Tren Ligero to Estadio Azteca station. About 40 min from central Mexico City.
By car
Use Calzada de Tlalpan or Periferico Sur. Parking is very limited, so book well in advance.
Match day tips
Arrive 2-3 hours early. Security screening can take 45+ minutes and the FIFA clear bag policy applies.
Altitude warning
Mexico City sits at 2,200m. Hydrate well and arrive a day or two early to acclimatize.
Explore
Things to do nearby
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Frida Kahlo Museum
The iconic blue house in Coyoacan. Book online because it sells out fast.
15 min from stadium -
Museo Nacional de Antropologia
World-class pre-Columbian art and artifacts in Chapultepec Park.
30 min by metro -
Xochimilco Floating Gardens
Colorful trajinera boats through ancient Aztec canals.
20 min from stadium -
Museo Diego Rivera Anahuacalli
Volcanic stone museum with Rivera pre-Hispanic art.
1.5 miles from stadium -
Chapultepec Castle & Park
Hilltop castle with panoramic city views.
30 min by metro