Guadalajara
Home of Chivas hosts four matches in Mexico's second-largest city.
About Estadio Akron
Estadio Akron opened in 2010 and is the regular home of the Club Deportivo Guadalajara (Liga MX). For the 2026 FIFA World Cup the venue uses natural grass under a open roof, and has been adapted to FIFA's regulation 105m × 68m pitch dimensions. All four matches are group-stage fixtures.
Guadalajara sits in Mexico at an elevation of 1560m, with a metropolitan population of roughly 5.3 million. During June and July 2026 — the World Cup window — average daytime highs in Guadalajara sit at 27°C with overnight lows around 14°C and 220mm of average monthly rainfall, so kickoff timing has been planned around heat and broadcast windows.
International visitors typically fly into Guadalajara International (Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla) (GDL). The city operates on CST (America/Mexico_City); convert any UTC kickoff time on this page using the kickoff converter — no signup required.
Estadio Akron specifications
| Capacity (2026 WC config) | 48,071 |
| Year opened | 2010 |
| Surface | Natural grass |
| Roof | Open |
| Primary tenant | Club Deportivo Guadalajara (Liga MX) |
| Matches hosted | 4 (2 group, 1 knockout) |
| City elevation | 1560 m |
| Metro population | 5.3 million |
| Nearest int. airport | Guadalajara International (Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla) (GDL) |
| Time zone | CST (America/Mexico_City) |
| June/July avg high | 27°C |
| June/July avg low | 14°C |
| June/July avg rainfall | 220 mm |
Notable facts
- ·All four matches are group-stage fixtures
- ·Stadium sits at 1,560m altitude
- ·Mexico's second-largest city by metro population
World Cup 2026 fixtures at Estadio Akron
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many World Cup 2026 matches are in Guadalajara?
4 matches at Estadio Akron during the 2026 FIFA World Cup — 2 in the group stage and 1 knockout fixture.
What is the capacity of Estadio Akron?
Estadio Akron has a capacity of 48,071 for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. It opened in 2010, uses natural grass, and has a open roof.
Who is the regular tenant at Estadio Akron?
Club Deportivo Guadalajara (Liga MX) use Estadio Akron as their home venue outside of the World Cup window.
What is the weather like in Guadalajara during the World Cup?
June/July averages in Guadalajara: daytime high 27°C, overnight low 14°C, with ~220mm of average monthly rainfall. The venue's open roof and 1560m elevation are both factors in match-day conditions.
What time zone does Guadalajara use during the World Cup?
Guadalajara uses CST (America/Mexico_City) during the World Cup period. The kickoff converter on this page renders every fixture in your local time.
What is the nearest airport to Estadio Akron?
Most international visitors fly into Guadalajara International (Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla) (GDL).
Does Estadio Akron host any knockout matches?
No, Estadio Akron only hosts group-stage fixtures at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Can I get fixtures for Guadalajara via API?
Yes. Filter the matches endpoint by date, venue, or competition_id to get every fixture at Estadio Akron, including UTC kickoff time, official capacity, lineups, in-match events, and odds.
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