FIFA World Cup 2026™ tickets included

As a prelude to the world’s biggest celebration of football, Airbnb is bringing the magic of the game closer to Mexican fans with a historic experience: Mexican football legend Hugo Sánchez will welcome guests to Mexico City Stadium, where they will have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to spend the night in private suites overlooking the stadium – the first of its kind at the iconic venue.

The “Pentapichichi,” recognized by the International Federation of Football History & Statistics as the best Mexican footballer of the 20th century, will lead guests through the stadium, revealing the technical secrets behind his legendary bicycle kick, share a mini table-football match at special fan space -“La Tribuna de Hugol”- and many other surprises, bringing to life Mexican football like never before.

“Mexico City Stadium is the heart of football in Mexico and the stage for some of the most important moments of my career. It is a place that commands respect, inspires and safeguards unforgettable stories. That is why I am deeply excited to know that, thanks to Airbnb, I will have the privilege of welcoming true football fans so they can experience this temple from a unique perspective. They won’t just see it from the stands: they will inhabit it, feel it and wake up in the same place where memorable chapters of our sport have been written. I was fortunate enough to experience unforgettable nights here; now it will be the fans’ turn to create their own story,” shares Hugo Sánchez.

Sleeping inside El Coloso de Santa Úrsula

Guests will begin the experience with a behind-the-scenes tour of the newly renovated stadium with Sánchez, then hang out in the specially-curated “La Tribuna de Hugol” fan space designed to honor Mexican football. They’ll practice their “Chilena,” play foosball and football video games, and hear insider stories from the “pentapichichi” himself.  Then, they’ll check in to their private VIP pitch-side luxury suites overlooking the field. With the stadium to themselves, they’ll enjoy meals inspired by Mexican flavors prepared by Airbnb private chef services. Before check-out, they’ll personalize their own football gear with an Airbnb experience host, taking home lasting memories of this unforgettable football adventure.The guests will also receive tickets to return to Mexico City Stadium for the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup™ on June 11—available only on Airbnb.

Credits: Leo Manzo

How to book

Guests can request to book this overnight stay starting Monday, March 23 at 11:00 AM CST airbnb.com/hugol. Bookings are first come, first served. The experience is free, and one group of four guests will be selected to attend the overnight stay taking place between April 5-6. The stay is completely free of charge, and includes breakfast, lunch and dinner. Travel to the stay and to the World Cup match is not included, and spots will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.

Guests that are planning their travels for the tournament can discover unique places to stay and things to do at airbnb.com/fifa.