MEXICO CITY (AP) — Azteca Stadium has been renamed Banorte Stadium before it hosts its third men’s World Cup next year. Latin America’s largest soccer stadium — 87,500 seats — has taken the name of one of Mexico’s leading banks, stadium owner Ollamani said on Friday.

The Azteca Stadium, now Banorte Stadium, is a legendary venue that has hosted some of the most historic moments in soccer history

The Mexico City venue, currently under renovation, has hosted concerts by megastars such as Paul McCartney, Michael Jackson and Madonna.

This agreement will make this legendary venue one of the most modern stadiums in the world It will have an investment of around $113 million dedicated to modernization Estadio Banorte will host five matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup The Estadio Azteca,