Estadio Centenario
The ground that staged the first final in history (1930) is due to host the centenary opening match. Its renovation, costed at $120 million to $180 million, is not funded.
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Montevideo
Centenary match
Where it all began in 1930: the Centenario is due to host the ceremony and the first centenary match, on 8 June 2030 (provisional date).
Montevideo hosted the first World Cup in 1930. The Estadio Centenario, a historical monument of football according to FIFA, is due to open the 2030 tournament — if its renovation, still unfunded as of June 2026, goes ahead.
Getting there
Carrasco international airport is 20 km away. A full practical guide is to follow.
Getting around
The stadium stands in the Parque Batlle, about 4 km from the centre (city buses, taxis). A practical guide is to follow.
Don’t miss
- Ciudad Vieja — The historic centre, the Mercado del Puerto and its parrillas.
- Rambla — 22 km of promenade along the Río de la Plata.
- Football museum — Inside the Centenario stadium itself.
Sources
- Infobae — La réforme du Centenario coûtera 120 M$ (2026-06-09)
Last checked : 30 August 2026