Estadio Azteca offers Airbnb experience for 2026 World Cup

Estadio Azteca in Mexico City will launch an exclusive Airbnb experience allowing guests to stay inside the stadium, interact with Hugo Sánchez, and receive tickets to the 2026 World Cup opener. Reservations open on March 23. It features a private suite and special activities.

Estadio Azteca-Banorte, host of the 2026 World Cup opener between Mexico and South Africa on June 11 at 1:00 p.m. CST, now provides lodging via Airbnb. This unique experience offers an overnight stay in a private suite overlooking the field, a VIP stadium tour, and time with former footballer Hugo Sánchez. Activities with Sánchez feature a bicycle kick lesson, table soccer, video game challenges, anecdote discussions, and a meal by Airbnb star host chef Fernanda. Guests also get a personalized souvenir and two non-transferable tickets to the inaugural match, covering their own transport and additional costs. Reservations require an Airbnb account and booking via Hugo Sánchez's profile at airbnb.mx/hugol starting Monday, March 23 at 11:00 a.m. Costs remain undisclosed. The venue will host further matches, including Colombia vs. Uzbekistan on June 17 and knockout stage games.

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