Estadio Akron

Stadium History

Estadio Akron, originally named Estadio Chivas, opened in July 2010 as the home of Club Deportivo Guadalajara (Chivas). Built to replace the aging Estadio Jalisco, it was inaugurated with a friendly match between Chivas and Manchester United. The stadium has hosted major events including the 2011 Copa América final (replay) and concerts by artists like U2 and Paul McCartney. For the 2026 FIFA World Cup, it will host group stage matches, showcasing its modern design and passionate atmosphere.

⚽ Matches at this stadium

South Korea

2-1

Czechia

Mexico

Jun 19, 01:00 AM

South Korea

Colombia

Jun 24, 02:00 AM

Congo DR

Uruguay

Jun 27, 12:00 AM

Spain

About the City

Guadalajara, Mexico's second-largest city, is a vibrant cultural hub known for mariachi music, tequila, and its historic downtown. Visitors can explore the Hospicio Cabañas, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and enjoy the city's renowned cuisine, including birria and tortas ahogadas. The city has a modern light rail system and buses for easy navigation, while ride-sharing apps are widely available. With a lively arts scene and friendly locals, Guadalajara offers an authentic Mexican experience for World Cup travelers.

Fun Facts

• 1The stadium's roof is designed to resemble a traditional Mexican sombrero.
• 2Estadio Akron is one of the most environmentally friendly stadiums in Latin America, with water recycling and solar panels.
• 3The stadium is located on the site of a former landfill, which was transformed into a sports complex.
• 4Guadalajara is the birthplace of the famous Mexican tradition of breaking piñatas.