If you are planning to visit Estadio BBVA for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, we've got you covered!
Nicknamed (The Steel Giant), CF Monterrey’s home ground Estadio BBVA is one of the three Mexican host stadiums for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, alongside the historic Estadio Azteca and Chivas’ home, Estadio Akron.
For the tournament, the venue will be referred to as Estadio Monterrey due to sponsorship regulations.
Having already hosted numerous matches for Monterrey as well as the Mexican national team, 2026 marks a new chapter for this modern and striking stadium.
Estadio BBVA will host a total of four World Cup matches, including both group stage and knockout games.
If you are planning to visit the stadium soon or during the 2026 World Cup to support your team, this guide is for you. GOAL has got you covered with all the essential information before you visit the stadium.
Getty Images SportEstadio BBVA Stadium overviewCapacity53,500Year opened2015Tenant(s)CF Monterrey (Liga MX)Addressv. Pablo Livas 2011, La Pastora, 67140 Guadalupe, N.L., MexicoAdvertisementGetty Images SportHistory of Estadio BBVA
Estadio BBVA, originally opened as Estadio BBVA Bancomer in 2015, became the new home of CF Monterrey, replacing the historic Estadio Tecnológico, which had stood since 1950.
In its opening match, Monterrey defeated Portuguese side Benfica 3–0 in a friendly. The stadium is considered a marvel of modern architecture, featuring stunning visuals and world-class facilities.
In addition to Monterrey’s home games, Estadio BBVA has hosted Copa MX finals, CONCACAF Champions League finals, and Mexican national team matches.
It is also a regular venue for major cultural events in Mexico, including concerts by world-renowned artists such as Coldplay, The Weeknd, Shakira, and more.
At the 2026 World Cup, Estadio BBVA will stage four matches, including three group stage games and one Round of 32 clash.
Getty Images SportWhich teams play at Estadio BBVALiga MX side CF Monterrey is the only tenant at the Estadio BBVA TeamLeagueCF MonterreyLiga MXGetty Images SportHow to get to Estadio BBVA
How to get to Estadio BBVA by public transport
To reach Estadio BBVA by public transit, you can take Metrorrey Line 1 (L01). This metro line stops at Exposición Station, which is about a 10-minute walk from the stadium.
Several bus routes also stop close to the venue, including routes 214, 223, TME, and 093. The Pablo Livas (Estadio BBVA) stop is just a couple of minutes’ walk from the stadium.
How to get to Estadio BBVA by car
Both Avenida Constitucion (Highway 85D) and Carretera Miguel Aleman (Highway 54D) lead toward Estadio BBVA. Exits onto Avenida Pablo Livas or La Pastora are clearly marked with signs directing fans to the stadium on event days.