The Azteca Stadium is scheduled to host its third opening match in a World Cup when it welcomes the Mexican National Team for its first game of the tournament on June 11, 2026.
The venue is slated for another World Cup inauguration, but so far, Televisa has not shown much concern about getting it ready for the event.
However, that possibility could be at risk due to the renovations required to meet the standards of the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA).
According to information from 365 Score México, the stadium, owned by Grupo Televisa, is behind schedule, and FIFA has given it a ‘thumbs down.’
“Azteca Stadium DID NOT pass FIFA’s tests for the 2026 World Cup. The first report of the year shows the Azteca is 6 MONTHS BEHIND on its planned renovations,” reads a post from the site on the X platform.
Monterrey and Guadalajara on Track for the 2026 World Cup
The other two Mexican World Cup stadiums, BBVA Stadium, home of Rayados, and Akron Stadium, home of Chivas, have met the requirements set by the world governing body of soccer.
In Monterrey, four matches will be played, two of them in the group stage on June 14, 20, and 26, plus one Round of 16 match on June 29.
In Guadalajara, four matches will also be held, all in the first round on June 11, 18, 23, and 26. The match on Thursday, June 18, will feature the Mexican national team.
So, the only stadium that failed to meet FIFA’s expectations in the first inspection is the home of América. Will there be time to improve and complete the upgrades? Time will tell.
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