160 days before the start of the FIFA World Cup Mexico/Canada/United States 2026, there are still doubts as to whether the Estadio Azteca will be ready in time
Although new images have been shown of how the remodeling work at the Estadio Azteca is progressing, the reality is that it seems to have taken longer than it should. The opening match of the 2026 World Cup will be played by the Mexican national team when they face South Africa on June 11, so it is expected that everything will be ready.
How is the remodeling of the Estadio Azteca going for the 2026 World Cup?
Thus, inside the Estadio Azteca, work is still being carried out in all areas. However, it is still not possible to know what everything will look like until the work is completed in the coming months for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
This is how images have been shared on social networks in which you can see that the work is maintained in the stands, as well as in the part of the grass and other details, so doubts grow as to whether it will be ready the Estadio Azteca. However, Grupo Ollamani remains confident that everything will be ready for the reopening match between Mexico and Portugal in March.
When is the opening match of the 2026 World Cup with Mexico vs South Africa?
The opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Mexico/Canada/United States, between the Mexican national team and the South African national team, will be played on Thursday, June 11, 2026 at the legendary Estadio Azteca in Mexico City.
How many games will the Estadio Azteca host at the 2026 World Cup?
It should be remembered that the Estadio Azteca will host five matches in the World Cup. It will be renamed Estadio Ciudad de Mexico during the event, with three group stage games, one round of 32 and one round of 16 match.
What will the Estadio Azteca look like for the 2026 World Cup?
It is important to remember that one of the main changes is that the Estadio Azteca will be renamed Estadio Azteca Banorte. But not only that, it will have a totally new image for the arrival of the World Cup in Mexico, Canada and the United States in 2026.
The ‘new’ Estadio Azteca will feature a renovated pitch, a unique experience for fans, more than 2,200 square meters of LED screens, spaces and access for people with disabilities, state-of-the-art free wi-fi, elevators, restrooms, 7,120 square meters of hospitality areas, new audio systems with state-of-the-art speakers and modernization of the facade without losing its essence.
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