BBVA Stadium: technical sheet and data for the 2026 World Cup

Key data on the BBVA Stadium, possible venue for the 2026 World Cup.

Publicado 2 days ago el 17 de junio a las 16:18 | 1 min reading |322 vistas | por Miguel Torres

The Monterrey venue in the World Cup sights

The BBVA Stadium, in Guadalupe, Nuevo León, appears on the map of possible venues for the 2026 World Cup. With natural grass and a 105 x 68 meter field, it meets FIFA standards.

Its capacity registers two figures: 53,500 spectators in the official record and 51,348 in the structured data. There is no public explanation for that difference.

Known as “The Steel Giant”, the building opened on August 2, 2015. Construction began on September 8, 2008 and cost $200 million.

Ownership and design

The owner is Fomento Economico Mexicano (FEMSA). The architectural design was carried out by Populous, Federico Velasco and VFO. The construction company Garza Ponce served as general contractor.

Located at Av. Pablo Livas 2011, La Pastora neighborhood, its coordinates are 25°40’13″N, 100°14’37″W. It belongs to the metropolitan area of Monterrey.

The work began in September 2008, but the construction period appears as “September 28, 2008 – ?” in the records. Even so, the opening date is confirmed.

With these data, the stadium is emerging as a modern venue, with clear specifications to host top-level matches.

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Tunisia and Japan: the 1000th match in Monterrey

Monterrey will host the 1000th match in World Cup history, a duel between Tunisia and Japan.

Publicado 21 minutes ago el 20 de junio a las 15:26 | 2 mins reading

A World Cup milestone

Monterrey is getting ready for a historic night. The Monterrey Stadium will host the duel between Tunisia and Japan, which will mark the 1000th match in the history of the World Cups. Both teams arrive desperate for victory in the group stage, but the match transcends sports.

The hobbies promise to fill the stands with color and passion. They will witness an unrepeatable moment, in an atmosphere of celebration that unites cultures and emotions, just like the global spirit of the tournament.

Mexico has a long relationship with the World Cups. On July 13, 1930, in Uruguay, the Tricolor played the opening match of the first World Cup. Although they lost 4-1 to France, that duel marked the beginning of a lasting bond with football’s top competition.

Years later, in 1986, Mexico once again remained in the history books. The 400th match of the tournament was played at the Cuauhtémoc Stadium in Puebla, a round of 16 between Argentina and Uruguay. The match was resolved 1-0 in favor of the Argentines, with a goal from Pedro Pablo Pasculli in the 42nd minute.

Now, in 2026, the country is once again the protagonist. The 1000th game will be played on Mexican soil, with the ball rolling not only for three points, but for a place in history. Mexico is once again positioned at the center of international soccer, as host of a night that will unite two nations and celebrate the global spirit of the sport.

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Japan will play its thousandth match in a World Cup with a clean gesture

Japanese fans requested bags to clean the stadium after the match.

Publicado 44 minutes ago el 20 de junio a las 15:03 | 2 mins reading

The Japan National Team is preparing for a historic milestone. This Saturday in Monterrey, he will play the thousandth match in the history of the World Cups. The rival will be Tunisia and the duel is key for Asian aspirations in the tournament.

But before the whistle blows, there is already a sample of the values that distinguish the Japanese fans. According to information from the local government, followers requested 10 thousand bags of garbage. Their intention: to organize a massive cleaning in the stands and surrounding areas at the end of the match.

The request was accepted and duplicated by the authorities. 20 thousand bags will be made available, and they will work together with the fans to leave the property in perfect condition.

A cultural practice

Coach Hajime Moriyasu previously explained that this behavior is deeply ingrained in Japanese culture.

“It is part of our culture and we are proud of it. We Japanese know that we should do it. We believe in not littering, and we all organize ourselves to clean up. Other nations may have different points of view, but we believe in working together and supporting each other. It is something we do in Japan. There are people who think that what our fans do is wrong because it takes away work, but it is the way we have grown up,” he said in a mixed zone.

Japanese fans are already known for these actions in international events. On this occasion, the gesture reinforces the image of a fan who prioritizes respect and order.

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Uruguay vs Cape Verde: venue and date of the World Cup duel

Uruguay will face Cape Verde in Group H of the 2026 World Cup. The match will be played in Miami.

Publicado 1 hour ago el 20 de junio a las 14:40 | 2 mins reading

Uruguay vs Cape Verde: date and venue confirmed

The Uruguayan team and Cape Verde will meet in the group stage of the 2026 World Cup. The match corresponds to Group H and is scheduled for June 21, 2026.

The stage will be the Hard Rock Stadium, in Miami, a venue with the capacity to host major sporting events. The south Florida city already has experience in international tournaments.

Key data of the match

Rivals: Uruguay (home in the fixture) vs Cape Verde (visitor).
Group: H.
Stadium: Hard Rock Stadium.
Date: June 21, 2026.

The official fixture, published by FIFA, establishes these basic operational elements. From there, the crossing is fully defined in terms of rival, venue and matchday.

Miami is one of the confirmed places for the tournament, and Hard Rock Stadium has hosted Copa América matches and other massive events. Expectation is growing among the fans of both teams.

This duel represents a challenge for Uruguay, which will seek to advance in a competitive group. Cape Verde, for its part, will try to surprise in its second World Cup participation.

The information was published in the online calendar of the 2026 World Cup, where the match is listed with all the logistical details.