Arrowhead Stadium Removes 3,500 Seats for 2026 World Cup, Rebrands as Kansas City Stadium
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Updated · Fox News · May 12
Arrowhead Stadium Removes 3,500 Seats for 2026 World Cup, Rebrands as Kansas City Stadium
8 articles · Updated · Fox News · May 12
Arrowhead Stadium has torn out about 3,500 seats along the north sideline to fit a regulation soccer pitch for 2026 FIFA World Cup matches in Kansas City.
Matt Kenny, the Chiefs' executive vice president, said the venue was built with a modular design, allowing the seats to be reinstalled after the tournament ends in mid-July.
The makeover also includes new LED lighting and an upgraded audio system, while FIFA rules will require Chiefs sponsor signage to be covered during matches.
For the event, the venue will temporarily operate as "Kansas City Stadium," part of a years-long push by ownership to land World Cup games and use them to modernize the facility.
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