If you are planning to visit Estadio Akron for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, we've got you covered!
Situated in Guadalajara, Estadio Akron is an engineering masterpiece and currently serves as the home ground for Liga MX side CD Guadalajara, better known as Chivas.
Estadio Akron is set to be one of the host venues for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the biggest edition yet, with 48 teams competing in the month-long showpiece event.
The stadium is currently undergoing renovation and will be ready in time for the tournament, featuring upgraded lighting, an improved sound system, enhanced viewing screens, a new playing surface, and more.
If you are planning to visit the stadium for the upcoming World Cup, this guide is for you. GOAL has all the information you need before stepping into this stunning venue.
AFPEstadio Banorte Stadium overviewCapacity49,813Year opened2010Tenant(s)CD GuadalajaraAddressCto. J.V.C. 2800, El Bajío, 45014 Zapopan, Jal., MexicoAdvertisementAFPHistory of Estadio Akron
Estadio Akron opened in 2010 and has since served as the home ground for CD Guadalajara in Liga MX. Initially known as Estadio Omnilife, it hosted matches during the 2011 FIFA U-17 World Cup, where Mexico went on to win the tournament. In addition to Guadalajara’s matches, Estadio Akron has also staged several Copa MX finals.
In 2016, the stadium was briefly renamed Estadio Chivas before Akron acquired the naming rights in 2017.
The stadium will host its first ever FIFA World Cup next year, featuring four group stage matches, including one involving Mexico.
Getty Images SportWhich teams play at Estadio AkronEstadio Akron replaced Estadio Jalisco as the home ground of Chivas when it opened in 2010.TeamLeagueCD GuadalajaraLiga MXAFPHow to get to Estadio Akron
How to get to Estadio Akron by public transport
Several bus lines stop near the stadium, with notable ones including A12, T02, T01, and C109.
The BRT line Mi Macro Periferico is also an efficient way to reach the venue, with the Estadio Chivas station located close to the stadium.
How to get to Estadio Akron by car
If you are traveling from Downtown Guadalajara, you can take Av. Vallarta (Highway 15D), follow the signs for Zapopan/Nogales, and then take Av. del Bosque to reach the stadium.
If you are traveling from the airport, head northwest via Carretera Guadalajara–Chapala, then merge onto Periferico Manuel Gomez Morin and follow the signs to the stadium.