FIFA World Cup 2026 in Guadalajara
Everything fans need to know about FIFA World Cup 2026 in Guadalajara, Mexico — 4 group-stage matches at Estadio Akron (Zapopan) (48,000 capacity), travel, tickets, and local logistics.
Quick Facts
City: Guadalajara, Mexico
Stadium: Estadio Akron (Zapopan)
Capacity: 48,000
Region: Central
Time zone: UTC-6
Group-stage matches at Estadio Akron: 4
Modern home of Chivas. Hosts group-stage matches from Groups A, H, K.
Matches at Estadio Akron
- Thu Jun 11, 20:00 local — South Korea vs Czech Republic — Group A, Matchday 1 — Estadio Akron, Zapopan (Guadalajara)
- Thu Jun 18, 19:00 local — Mexico vs South Korea — Group A, Matchday 2 — Estadio Akron, Zapopan (Guadalajara)
- Tue Jun 23, 20:00 local — Colombia vs DR Congo — Group K, Matchday 2 — Estadio Akron, Zapopan (Guadalajara)
- Fri Jun 26, 18:00 local — Uruguay vs Spain — Group H, Matchday 3 — Estadio Akron, Zapopan (Guadalajara)
Last updated: May 2026 — FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off June 11, 2026.
FIFA World Cup 2026 in Guadalajara brings world-class football to Mexico. Estadio Akron (Zapopan) hosts multiple matches across the group stage and possibly into the knockouts. With 48,000 seats and full FIFA-standard facilities, Estadio Akron (Zapopan) is one of the 16 official venues for the 48-team tournament.
About Estadio Akron (Zapopan)
Modern home of Chivas. Hosts group-stage matches from Groups A, H, K.
Match Times in Guadalajara
Guadalajara operates in UTC-6. Match kickoff times at Estadio Akron (Zapopan) fall in standard local time for Guadalajara — typically afternoon to evening for the majority of games. Fans traveling from other time zones can use our Kickoff Time Converter to see exact times in their home timezone and download the schedule to their calendar.
Tickets for Matches in Guadalajara
Match tickets for Estadio Akron (Zapopan) are sold exclusively through FIFA's official ticket platform at FIFA.com/tickets. Pricing ranges from approximately 60 USD (Category 4, cheapest) to over 800 USD (Category 1, group stage) and 1,000-6,000+ USD for knockout-stage premium seats. Hospitality packages with food, drinks, and premium seating cost 3,500-20,000 USD per match. Avoid third-party resellers — only FIFA's official resale platform is sanctioned.
Travel and Accommodation for Fans
For fan tourists visiting Guadalajara, accommodation prices typically rise 2-3× during match weeks. Book hotels and rentals at least 90 days in advance for best rates. Public transit and rideshare services see massively increased demand — plan extra travel time. For trip-cost estimates including flights, hotels, tickets, and local expenses, use our Travel Cost Estimator.
What to Do in Guadalajara Beyond the Match
Most host cities are setting up FIFA Fan Zones with big screens, food, and entertainment for fans without match tickets. Guadalajara typically offers local football pubs, public viewing parties, and 24/7 atmosphere during World Cup weeks. Mix attending one match with fan-zone viewing for several others to experience the tournament without buying tickets for every game.
Useful Tools for Your Guadalajara Trip
Use our suite of free FIFA World Cup 2026 tools: Kickoff Time Converter for the schedule, Bracket Maker for predictions, Watch Party Planner for hosting friends, and Office Pool Generator for workplace sweepstakes.
Free World Cup 2026 Tools — Try These Next
- World Cup 2026 Bracket Maker — predict every knockout round to the Final.
- Match Score Predictor — call the scoreline of any fixture.
- Team Path Simulator — map your team's road to the Final.
- Office Pool Generator — run a sweepstake with friends.
- 3rd-Place Qualification Calculator — see who advances from each group.