The birthplace. The centenary.
Uruguay
Uruguay hosts the most historically significant FIFA World Cup 2030 centenary match, in Montevideo — where the tournament began in 1930.
Host cities
Why Uruguay for FIFA 2030
Estadio Centenario
Built in 1930 for the first World Cup, the Centenario is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a living museum of football history.
Getting to Montevideo
Carrasco International Airport (MVD) is well-connected. Flights from Buenos Aires take 45 minutes — many fans will combine the two cities.
The city
Montevideo is small, walkable and underrated. The Ciudad Vieja (Old City) on the waterfront has colonial architecture and a relaxed pace.
Food and drink
Chivito (steak sandwich) is Uruguay's national dish. Tannat wine from Canelones. Mate everywhere.
Football museum
The Estadio Centenario houses the Museo del Fútbol — the world's most significant football museum, containing artefacts from the 1930 tournament.
Buenos Aires day trip
Montevideo and Buenos Aires are separated by the Río de la Plata. A high-speed ferry (Buquebus) runs between them in 2 hours.
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