Third-party ticket sales platform, SeatPick, has released a report identifying the safety of U.S. stadiums hosting World Cup matches in 2026.
According to Fox 5 Atlanta, the most dangerous venue is Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo., and the safest stadium is MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Meanwhile, Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta ranked as the fifth most dangerous venue.
The rankings were determined by analyzing the number of violent crimes in the area per 100,000 people.
In Atlanta in particular, there are 692 violent crimes per 100,000 people. In Kansas City, there are 1,500 violent crimes per 100,000 people.
“Opportunistic theft is most likely to occur in hotspots like crowded transport hubs, fan zones, bars and potentially areas immediately surrounding stadiums before and after matches,” said Gilad Zilberman, CEO at ticket platform SeatPick. “Supporters are advised to plan travel in advance, stay in well-lit and populated areas, avoid displaying valuables such as phones, jewellery or large amounts of cash, and be mindful when using public transport late at night. Travelling in groups, using official transport options where available, and keeping personal belongings secure can significantly reduce risk.”
Other venues topping the safety list include Levi’s Stadium, AT&T Stadium and Hard Rock Stadium. While the riskier venues also include NRG Stadium and Lumen Field.
In total, there are 16 stadiums hosting World Cup action across Mexico, Canada and the U.S., and 11 of those stadiums are based in the U.S.
“The World Cup will be supported by extensive security planning at federal, state and local levels, but personal awareness remains one of the most effective safety measures,” said Zilberman.
