Estadio BBVA (formerly known as Estadio BBVA Bancomer) is an association football stadium located in Guadalupe, a suburb east of Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico. Dubbed "El Gigante de Acero" (), it replaced the Estadio Tecnológico as the home of C.F. Monterrey, ending the club's 63-year tenure at that venue. Its name is branded after the Spanish bank BBVA, and specifically its Mexican branch BBVA Mexico.
Opened in 2015, the stadium was inaugurated on 2 August with the eighth edition of the Eusébio Cup, where Monterrey defeated Benfica 3–0. During the 2026 FIFA World Cup, it hosted four matches and was temporarily known as Estadio Monterrey during the tournament.
Design Developed by C.F. Monterrey owner FEMSA, it was designed by multinational architecture firm Populous, along with the Mexican firm VFO. Federico Velasco along with Populous, were the lead designers for the project. Construction began in August 2011 and was completed in July 2015.
The venue opened in 2015 with a capacity of 51,000, making it the fourth largest in Mexico. Built at a cost of US$200 million, it was the most expensive stadium in Mexico at the time of its construction. The owners soon added more seats, expanding the capacity to 53,500 in 2016. It has a grass surface, suites, a club-themed restaurant, a club lounge, and high-end interior and exterior design. The inclination of the grandstand is 34 degrees, and the distance between the field and seats is the minimum allowed by FIFA, providing closeness to the action.
Estadio BBVA received a silver certification from the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design for its sustainable design. It was the first football stadium in North America to earn the certification.
Dimensions Length Width Height - north side Height - south side Circumference
Permeable area
More than a third of the total land area are green areas. This proportion exceeds the current regulations. These green areas are used to filter rainwater, which will contribute to the recharge of aquifers. Parking lots are evenly distributed around the stadium, including wooded areas to achieve integration with the Ecological Park. These areas are divided into zones, which are integrated into the landscape and topography. The northern boundary to the Rio La Silla is a wooded trail area that connects the stadium with the New Ecological Park. This ecological park and parking are also green areas, with a landscape design that blends with the surrounding environment, with only trees and plants of the region to facilitate preservation and adaptation to the environment.
Scenery
The stadium is notable for its view to the south-southeast of Cerro de la Silla, a prominent peak with a summit elevation of above sea level. The mountain can be seen from the northwestern section of the stadium, providing scenic views for fans.
Association Football events 2022 CONCACAF W Championship
The 2022 CONCACAF W Championship held in Mexico, the stadium hosted 8 matches: DateTimeTeam #1Res.Team #2RoundAttendance5 July 2022 18:00 3–0 Group B 4,3275 July 2022 21:00 6–0 3,8727 July 2022 18:00 5–0 Group A 3,1507 July 2022 21:00 0–3 3,37511 July 2022 18:00 2–0 Group B 3,72111 July 2022 21:00 4–0 Group A 4,35618 July 2022 18:00 0–1 Third place match 6,88918 July 2022 21:00 1–0 Final 17,247
2026 FIFA World Cup
Estadio BBVA was one of three Mexican venues to host multiple matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The stadium hosted four matches: three group stage matches and one Round of 32 match. It was the only one of the three venues in Mexico to not host any of their group games, with Mexico instead playing in the Estadio Azteca and Estadio Akron.
2026 FIFA World Cup inter-confederation play-offs DateTeam #1Res.Team #2Attendance 26 March 2026 2–1 33,547 31 March 2026 2–1 49,286
List of 2026 FIFA World Cup matches DateTimeTeam #1Res.Team #2RoundAttendance14 June 2026 20:005–1Group F50,98720 June 2026 22:000–451,24324 June 2026 19:001–0Group A29 June 2026 19:001–1 2–3 (pen.)Round of 32
Concerts DateArtistOpening Act(s)Tour / Concert nameAttendanceRevenue15 February 2017Justin Bieber Purpose World Tour45,535 / 45,535$3,491,59825 March 2022ColdplayCarla MorrisonDanny LuxMusic of the Spheres World Tour112,262 / 112,262$8,996,43226 March 20223 December 2022Bad BunnyMr. PigWorld's Hottest Tour90,084 / 90,084$17,456,7174 December 202226 September 2023The WeekndKaytranadaMike DeanAfter Hours til Dawn Tour46,791 / 46,791$5,689,0518 November 2024Paul McCartneyGot Back12 March 2025ShakiraLas Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour88,201 / 88,201$12,466,44413 March 20256 November 2026Karol GViajando Por El Mundo Tropitour7 November 20268 November 2026
See also Estadio Universitario (UANL) List of football stadiums in Mexico List of stadiums in Mexico Lists of stadiums
References
External links
Official website Vergara y Fernandez de Ortega Arquitectos