Arrowhead Stadium Overview
Arrowhead Stadium, opened in 1972 and significantly renovated, is home to the Kansas City Chiefs — one of the most successful NFL franchises of recent decades. The stadium holds the Guinness World Record for crowd noise and is known for its passionate "Sea of Red" fanbase. Its open-air design and steep seating bowl create an incredible atmosphere.
Stadium Statistics
Capacity Ranking
Ranked #4 of 16 World Cup venues. Maximum capacity: 87,523 (Estadio Azteca).
World Cup History
Arrowhead Stadium will host its first FIFA World Cup matches in 2026. Kansas City is making its World Cup debut as a host city.
Seating Chart & Layout
Arrowhead Stadium features a classic American football bowl design with Club, Main, and Upper levels. The steep upper deck brings fans close to the field and contributes to the record-breaking noise levels. Red seating throughout creates the famous "Sea of Red" visual.
360° Virtual Stadium Tour
Virtual Tour Coming Soon
360° tour will be available closer to the tournament
Record Attendance
82,893
NFL regular season game (2014)
Stadium Features
Stadium Location
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