BMO Field going through number of renovations to elevate fan experience for World Cup

TORONTO — BMO Field will have a number of renovations made to enhance the stadium and elevate the fan experience for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including expanded capacity and four new LED scoreboards.

The announcement was made at the stadium on Monday with Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow, executive director of Toronto’s World Cup secretariat Sharon Bollenbach and Milton MP Adam van Koeverden among those in attendance.

Work has already started, with capacity being temporarily increased to 45,000 for the tournament. from approximately 28,000.

In addition, there will be improved LED sports lighting, enhanced audio systems, and expanded WiFi throughout the stadium.

Self-serve technology powered by artificial intelligence to streamline concession stands and enhancements to the field, player spaces and locker rooms will also be a part of the renovations.

The men’s soccer showcase has been expanded to 48 teams in 2026. In addition to Toronto and Vancouver, there are 14 host cities — 11 in the United States and three in Mexico.

The tournament is scheduled to run from June 11 to July 19, 2026, with Canada staging 13 of the 104 matches.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published March 3, 2025.

The Canadian Press