Dallas (Arlington)
AT&T Stadium hosts nine matches — the most of any venue — including a semi-final.
About AT&T Stadium
AT&T Stadium opened in 2009 and is the regular home of the Dallas Cowboys (NFL). For the 2026 FIFA World Cup the venue uses natural grass (laid over turf) under a retractable roof, and has been adapted to FIFA's regulation 105m × 68m pitch dimensions. Hosts nine matches — the most of any venue.
Dallas sits in United States at an elevation of 130m, with a metropolitan population of roughly 7.7 million. During June and July 2026 — the World Cup window — average daytime highs in Dallas sit at 35°C with overnight lows around 23°C and 75mm of average monthly rainfall, so kickoff timing has been planned around heat and broadcast windows.
International visitors typically fly into Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW). The city operates on CDT (America/Chicago); convert any UTC kickoff time on this page using the kickoff converter — no signup required.
AT&T Stadium specifications
| Capacity (2026 WC config) | 80,000 |
| Year opened | 2009 |
| Surface | Natural grass (laid over turf) |
| Roof | Retractable |
| Primary tenant | Dallas Cowboys (NFL) |
| Matches hosted | 9 (5 group, 3 knockout) |
| City elevation | 130 m |
| Metro population | 7.7 million |
| Nearest int. airport | Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW) |
| Time zone | CDT (America/Chicago) |
| June/July avg high | 35°C |
| June/July avg low | 23°C |
| June/July avg rainfall | 75 mm |
Notable facts
- ·Hosts nine matches — the most of any venue
- ·Hosts a semi-final
- ·Largest single-span column-free roof in the world
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many World Cup 2026 matches are in Dallas?
9 matches at AT&T Stadium during the 2026 FIFA World Cup — 5 in the group stage and 3 knockout fixtures.
What is the capacity of AT&T Stadium?
AT&T Stadium has a capacity of 80,000 for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. It opened in 2009, uses natural grass (laid over turf), and has a retractable roof.
Who is the regular tenant at AT&T Stadium?
Dallas Cowboys (NFL) use AT&T Stadium as their home venue outside of the World Cup window.
What is the weather like in Dallas during the World Cup?
June/July averages in Dallas: daytime high 35°C, overnight low 23°C, with ~75mm of average monthly rainfall. The venue's retractable roof and 130m elevation are both factors in match-day conditions.
What time zone does Dallas use during the World Cup?
Dallas uses CDT (America/Chicago) during the World Cup period. The kickoff converter on this page renders every fixture in your local time.
What is the nearest airport to AT&T Stadium?
Most international visitors fly into Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW).
Does AT&T Stadium host any knockout matches?
Yes — Hosts nine matches — the most of any venue.
Can I get fixtures for Dallas via API?
Yes. Filter the matches endpoint by date, venue, or competition_id to get every fixture at AT&T Stadium, including UTC kickoff time, official capacity, lineups, in-match events, and odds.
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