Arrowhead Stadium

Stadium History

Arrowhead Stadium, officially GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium, opened in 1972 as the home of the Kansas City Chiefs. It was built to replace Municipal Stadium and has hosted numerous historic events, including multiple AFC Championship games and the 2019 MLS Cup. In 2026, it will host six FIFA World Cup matches, including a Round of 32 and a Quarterfinal. The stadium is renowned for its deafening crowd noise, holding the Guinness World Record for loudest stadium roar.

⚽ Matches at this stadium

Argentina

Jun 17, 01:00 AM

Algeria

Ecuador

Jun 21, 12:00 AM

Curaçao

Tunisia

Jun 25, 11:00 PM

Netherlands

Algeria

Jun 28, 02:00 AM

Austria

Group K Winner

Jul 4, 01:30 AM

Third Place Group D/E/I/J/L

Round of 16 7 Winner

Jul 12, 01:00 AM

Round of 16 8 Winner

About the City

Kansas City, Missouri, is a vibrant Midwestern city known for its jazz heritage, barbecue, and fountains. Fans can explore the historic 18th & Vine Jazz District, enjoy world-class BBQ at iconic spots like Arthur Bryant's, and visit the National WWI Museum. Getting around is easy with the free KC Streetcar in downtown, or by renting a car for broader access. The city's friendly atmosphere and affordable cost of living make it a welcoming host for World Cup visitors.

Fun Facts

• 1Arrowhead Stadium holds the Guinness World Record for loudest stadium roar at 142.2 decibels, set in 2014.
• 2The stadium's design was inspired by the shape of an arrowhead, reflecting Kansas City's Native American heritage.
• 3Kansas City has more barbecue restaurants per capita than any other U.S. city.
• 4The city has over 200 fountains, earning it the nickname 'Paris of the Plains.'