Estadio Akron
Guadalajara · 🇲🇽 Mexico
| FIFA Name | Guadalajara Stadium |
| City | Guadalajara, Jalisco |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| Capacity | 44,330 |
| Opened | 2010 |
| Home Team | C.D. Guadalajara 'Chivas' (Liga MX) |
| Surface | Natural grass |
| Roof | Open-air (no roof) |
| Altitude | 1,566m (5,138 ft) |
Tournament role
Estadio Akron hosts 3 group stage matches at the 2026 World Cup. Home to Chivas — one of Mexico's most beloved clubs — it is the smallest venue in the tournament and brings an intimate, passionate atmosphere unique among World Cup stadiums.
Matches at Estadio Akron
| # | Date | Time (ET) | Match | Round |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Jun 11 | 10:00 PM | South Korea vs Czech Republic | Group A |
| 28 | Jun 18 | 9:00 PM | Mexico vs South Korea | Group A |
| 48 | Jun 23 | 10:00 PM | Colombia vs DR Congo | Group K |
| 64 | Jun 26 | 8:00 PM | Uruguay vs Spain | Group H |
About Estadio Akron
Estadio Akron in Guadalajara, Jalisco has a capacity of 44,330 for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The venue will host 3 matches during the tournament.
Estadio Akron (also known as Estadio Chivas) opened in 2010 as the purpose-built home of C.D. Guadalajara, one of Mexico's most popular and historic football clubs. The stadium's volcanic rock-inspired exterior design reflects the region's geography. It hosted the 2011 Pan American Games opening and closing ceremonies.
Located at 1,566 meters (5,138 feet) above sea level, altitude is a moderate factor at this venue. Guadalajara's summer climate is warm with a pronounced rainy season — afternoon thunderstorms are common in June and July, though they typically pass quickly. The stadium uses natural grass and requires no surface conversion.
Location & conditions
| Location | Zapopan (Guadalajara metro), Jalisco — 12 km northwest of city center |
| Time Zone | Central Time (CT) |
| Altitude | 1,566m (5,138 ft) above sea level |
| Average June Temperature | 19-30°C (66-86°F) |
| Average July Temperature | 18-28°C (64-82°F) |
| Conditions Note | Moderate altitude. Rainy season — frequent afternoon thunderstorms in June/July. |
Surface & facilities
| Playing Surface | Natural grass |
| Normal Surface | Natural grass — no change needed for World Cup |
| Pitch Dimensions | 105m × 68m (FIFA standard) |
| Roof Type | Open-air (no roof) |
| Climate Control | None — open to weather |