World Cup 2026 Host City · USA
Arlington (Dallas-Fort Worth)
Hosts 9 matches at climate-controlled AT&T Stadium — most of any World Cup 2026 venue
- Matches
- 9
- Capacity
- 80K
- Indoor
- Yes
- Country
- USA
Travel essentials
Metro population
7.9 million (DFW metro)
Climate (June 2026)
Hot, humid — 26-35°C, but matches at AT&T are climate-controlled
Airports
Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) · Dallas Love Field (DAL)
Stadium surface
Artificial turf converted to grass for the tournament (FIFA requirement)
How to get to AT&T Stadium
No rail to Arlington — match-day shuttles from Dallas/Fort Worth or rideshare; ~30 min by car
Plan to arrive at least 90 minutes before kickoff for security and ticket scanning. Match-day road closures and shuttle routes are typically published 2–3 weeks before each game by FIFA and the local organising committee — check the official channels for the latest schedule.
Matches at AT&T Stadium
All World Cup 2026 fixtures hosted at this venue, listed in chronological order.
Arlington (Dallas-Fort Worth) World Cup 2026 — deep-dive guides
Long-form articles on travel logistics, ticket strategy and matchday planning for AT&T Stadium:
Story
Croatia World Cup 2026 Squad: Modrić's Final at 40
Croatia's 26 confirmed — Modrić captains his last World Cup at 40. Group L opens vs England June 17 at Dallas Stadium. Kovačić anchors midfield.
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Is Bellingham Playing in the 2026 World Cup? England No. 10
Yes — Bellingham starts as Tuchel's No. 10. Group L schedule, Real Madrid form, Foden rotation, June 17 vs Croatia at Arlington's AT&T Stadium.
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Japan World Cup 2026 Squad: 26 Without Mitoma, Tomiyasu Back
Japan's final 26 named — Wataru Endo captains, Mitoma out injured, Tomiyasu returns. Group F opens vs Netherlands June 14 at Dallas Stadium, Arlington.
Guide
AT&T Stadium World Cup 2026: 9 Matches Including Semi-Final
AT&T Stadium hosts 9 World Cup 2026 matches in Arlington, Texas — including England vs Croatia June 17, Argentina vs Austria, and a Semi-Final on July 14.
Where to stay in Arlington (Dallas-Fort Worth)
Top neighborhoods for travelling fans, balancing transit access to AT&T Stadium with dining, nightlife and walkability:
Downtown DallasDeep EllumFort Worth StockyardsUptown Dallas
Food and drink Arlington (Dallas-Fort Worth) is known for
Texas BBQTex-MexFort Worth steakhouses
Arlington (Dallas-Fort Worth) World Cup 2026 — FAQ
Which stadium hosts World Cup 2026 matches in Arlington (Dallas-Fort Worth)?
AT&T Stadium (FIFA tournament name: Dallas Stadium). Capacity 80,000, climate-controlled with a closed roof.
How many matches does Arlington (Dallas-Fort Worth) host at the 2026 World Cup?
9 matches across 4 stages.
How do I get to AT&T Stadium on match day?
No rail to Arlington — match-day shuttles from Dallas/Fort Worth or rideshare; ~30 min by car
What is the weather like in Arlington (Dallas-Fort Worth) in June 2026?
Hot, humid — 26-35°C, but matches at AT&T are climate-controlled
Which airports serve Arlington (Dallas-Fort Worth) for World Cup 2026 visitors?
Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) · Dallas Love Field (DAL)
Where should fans stay in Arlington (Dallas-Fort Worth)?
Downtown Dallas, Deep Ellum, Fort Worth Stockyards are the top neighborhoods for travelling fans, balancing transit access to the stadium with dining, nightlife and walkability.
What food is Arlington (Dallas-Fort Worth) known for?
Texas BBQ · Tex-Mex · Fort Worth steakhouses
Other USA host cities
East Rutherford (New York metro)
MetLife Stadium · 83K
Inglewood (Los Angeles)
SoFi Stadium · 70K
Santa Clara (San Francisco Bay Area)
Levi's Stadium · 69K
Miami Gardens
Hard Rock Stadium · 65K
Atlanta
Mercedes-Benz Stadium · 71K
Houston
NRG Stadium · 72K
Foxborough (Boston)
Gillette Stadium · 65K
Philadelphia
Lincoln Financial Field · 68K
Kansas City
Arrowhead Stadium · 77K
Seattle
Lumen Field · 69K