The 2030 World Cup will be played in 23 stadiums across six countries on three continents — the biggest venue list in the tournament's history. Spain contributes 11 stadiums, Morocco six, Portugal three, and Uruguay, Argentina and Paraguay one each for the centenary matches. Four of the venues will be brand new, and 11 more are undergoing major renovations to meet FIFA's standards.

The list is still not fully final. FIFA is weighing a reduction of the European and African total from 20 stadiums to as few as 17, and the final selection deadline is expected in late December 2026. Malaga and A Coruna have already withdrawn, replaced by Valencia and Vigo as candidates. Here is the picture as it stands.

Spain hosts the largest share of the tournament. Madrid has two venues — the Santiago Bernabeu, home of Real Madrid at around 83,000 seats, and the Metropolitano, home of Atletico Madrid at around 70,000. Barcelona also has two: the Camp Nou, being rebuilt to around 105,000 seats, and Espanyol's RCDE Stadium at around 40,500.

The venue list is not locked yet, and history suggests it will change before 2030. Malaga withdrew in July 2025 over stadium redevelopment problems, and A Coruna withdrew in March 2026 over hosting costs. Valencia's Nou Mestalla and Vigo's Balaidos were submitted as replacements, but FIFA's final decision is still pending. San Sebastian's residents have even asked FIFA to remove their city over overtourism concerns. The final selection deadline is expected in late December 2026, so fans should treat the current list as provisional and check official announcements before making travel plans.