State Farm Stadium — FIFA World Cup 2026 Venue Guide

💡 Did You Know?

⚡ Stadium Fact

State Farm Stadium, home of the Arizona Cardinals, features a retractable natural grass field — the entire playing surface rolls in and out on a giant tray. The pitch spends most of its time outdoors in the Arizona sun to grow properly.

⚡ Stadium Fact

Glendale sits in the Phoenix metropolitan area, home to one of the largest Mexican-American communities in the United States. Matches involving Mexico will feel like home games here.

⚡ Stadium Fact

State Farm hosted Super Bowl LVII (2023). Average July temperatures in Phoenix reach 104°F — but the fully enclosed, climate-controlled stadium keeps it comfortable for players and fans.

About the Venue

State Farm Stadium is an official 2026 FIFA World Cup venue in Glendale, AZ, USA. With a capacity of 63.400, it will host 6 matches.

Detail	Info
📍 Location	Glendale, AZ, USA
👥 Capacity	63.400 seats
🌿 Surface	Natural Grass
📅 Opened	2006
⚽ WC Matches	6

✈️ Getting There

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) — ~18 miles. Valley Metro Light Rail accessible with connections to downtown Phoenix. Rideshare drop-off nearby.

🎉 Fan Zone

FIFA Fan Festival at Margaret T. Hance Park in central Phoenix — air-conditioned tent structures with misting fans for the desert heat, plus traditional food and live entertainment.

🏟️ Venue Details

📍 City	Glendale, USA
👥 Capacity	63,400 seats
🌿 Surface	Natural Grass
📅 Opened	2006
⚽ WC Matches	6
🏆 Hosts Final	No

✈️ Getting There

Nearest Airport: Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) — ~18 miles. Valley Metro Light Rail accessible with connections to downtown Phoenix. Rideshare drop-off nearby.

Check the official FIFA fan guide for transportation info, parking, and accessible routes.

🎉 Fan Zone

FIFA Fan Festival at Margaret T. Hance Park in central Phoenix — air-conditioned tent structures with misting fans for the desert heat, plus traditional food and live entertainment.