Kansas City
Home of the NFL's Chiefs hosts six World Cup matches including a quarter-final.
About Arrowhead Stadium
Arrowhead Stadium opened in 1972 and is the regular home of the Kansas City Chiefs (NFL). 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. Hosts a quarter-final.
Kansas City sits in United States at an elevation of 256m, with a metropolitan population of roughly 2.2 million. During June and July 2026 — the World Cup window — average daytime highs in Kansas City sit at 31°C with overnight lows around 19°C and 105mm of average monthly rainfall, so kickoff timing has been planned around heat and broadcast windows.
International visitors typically fly into Kansas City International (MCI). The city operates on CDT (America/Chicago); convert any UTC kickoff time on this page using the kickoff converter — no signup required.
Arrowhead Stadium specifications
| Capacity (2026 WC config) | 76,416 |
| Year opened | 1972 |
| Surface | Natural grass |
| Roof | Open |
| Primary tenant | Kansas City Chiefs (NFL) |
| Matches hosted | 6 (6 group, 2 knockout) |
| City elevation | 256 m |
| Metro population | 2.2 million |
| Nearest int. airport | Kansas City International (MCI) |
| Time zone | CDT (America/Chicago) |
| June/July avg high | 31°C |
| June/July avg low | 19°C |
| June/July avg rainfall | 105 mm |
Notable facts
- ·Hosts a quarter-final
- ·Holds the Guinness World Record for loudest outdoor stadium (142.2 dB, 2014)
- ·Oldest venue in the 2026 lineup (opened 1972)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many World Cup 2026 matches are in Kansas City?
6 matches at Arrowhead Stadium during the 2026 FIFA World Cup — 6 in the group stage and 2 knockout fixtures.
What is the capacity of Arrowhead Stadium?
Arrowhead Stadium has a capacity of 76,416 for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. It opened in 1972, uses natural grass, and has a open roof.
Who is the regular tenant at Arrowhead Stadium?
Kansas City Chiefs (NFL) use Arrowhead Stadium as their home venue outside of the World Cup window.
What is the weather like in Kansas City during the World Cup?
June/July averages in Kansas City: daytime high 31°C, overnight low 19°C, with ~105mm of average monthly rainfall. The venue's open roof and 256m elevation are both factors in match-day conditions.
What time zone does Kansas City use during the World Cup?
Kansas City 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 Arrowhead Stadium?
Most international visitors fly into Kansas City International (MCI).
Does Arrowhead Stadium host any knockout matches?
Yes — Hosts a quarter-final.
Can I get fixtures for Kansas City via API?
Yes. Filter the matches endpoint by date, venue, or competition_id to get every fixture at Arrowhead Stadium, including UTC kickoff time, official capacity, lineups, in-match events, and odds.
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