The Canadian Encyclopedia — neutral, cited, updated
July 27, 2026Sources cited
Canadianwire.
Canada’s encyclopedia & explainer
Home›Sports›Stadium›Estadio Azteca
Sports • Stadium

Estadio Azteca

Estadio Azteca, officially known as Estadio Banorte for sponsorship reasons, is a football stadium in Coyoacán, Mexico City.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Estadio Azteca, officially known as Estadio Banorte for sponsorship reasons, is a football stadium in Coyoacán, Mexico City. It is one of the largest stadiums in the Americas and serves as the home of Club América and the Mexico national team. Opened in 1966, it is notable for hosting multiple FIFA World Cup matches, including finals.

History

Estadio Azteca opened on 29 May 1966 and was designed by Pedro Ramírez Vázquez and Rafael Mijares. It was built to serve major international football events, including the 1968 Olympics and the 1970 FIFA World Cup.

Major events

The stadium hosted the FIFA World Cup finals in 1970 and 1986, and is recognized as the first stadium to host two men’s World Cup finals. It has also been used for major domestic and international football matches.

Capacity and use

The stadium’s listed capacity is 87,523 after renovations and seating changes. It remains the home venue for Club América and the Mexico national team.

Naming and location

The venue is widely known as Estadio Azteca, but its official sponsored name is Estadio Banorte. It is located in the Coyoacán borough of Mexico City near Calzada de Tlalpan.

Key facts

  • Opened on 29 May 1966 with a capacity of 87,523.
  • Home ground of Club América and the Mexico national team.
  • Has hosted FIFA World Cup finals in 1970 and 1986, and scheduled for 2026.
  • Officially named Estadio Banorte for sponsorship reasons.
  • Located in Coyoacán, Mexico City, near Calzada de Tlalpan.
🍁
Canadian context

Canadian readers may know Estadio Azteca through FIFA World Cup coverage and international football broadcasts; it is one of the sport’s most famous stadiums.

Frequently asked questions

What is Estadio Azteca?
It is a football stadium in Mexico City, best known for hosting major international matches and serving as the home of Club América and the Mexico national team.
Where is Estadio Azteca located?
It is located in Coyoacán, in Mexico City, Mexico, near Calzada de Tlalpan.
When did Estadio Azteca open?
It opened on 29 May 1966.
What is its capacity?
Its current listed capacity is 87,523 spectators.
Has it hosted a FIFA World Cup final?
Yes. It hosted the 1970 and 1986 FIFA World Cup finals.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Estadio_Azteca
    Supports: Location, official sponsorship name, home teams, elevation, capacity
  2. Wikipedia — https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aztekenstadion
    Supports: Opening date, location, home team
  3. Wikipedia — https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Estadio_Azteca
    Supports: Current name, capacity, location, stature in the Americas
  4. Wikipedia — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stade_Azteca
    Supports: First stadium to host two World Cup finals and a World Cup opening match
  5. Mexico City government — https://mexicocity.cdmx.gob.mx/venues/estadio-banorte/
    Supports: Official sponsored name, inauguration, architects, address