When did BMO Field open?
BMO Field first opened in 2007, with Toronto FC playing their first game there on the 28th of April 2007. The official grand opening celebration took place on the 12th of May 2007.
Questions about BMO Field
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Who owns BMO Field in Toronto?
BMO Field is owned by the City of Toronto and managed by Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment (MLSE), which also owns both Toronto FC and the Toronto Argonauts. The naming rights are held by the Bank of Montreal, commonly branded as BMO.
How much did the BMO Field renovations cost?
The renovation between 2014 and 2016 cost $150 million in total. A subsequent round of upgrades for the 2026 FIFA World Cup cost $157.9 million, with the City of Toronto contributing $132.9 million and MLSE contributing $25 million.
What is BMO Field's seating capacity for the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
For the 2026 FIFA World Cup, BMO Field's capacity will be temporarily expanded to 45,736 seats, achieved by adding 17,756 temporary seats. The stadium will also be renamed Toronto Stadium during the tournament.
What major events has BMO Field hosted?
BMO Field has hosted the 2007 and 2014 FIFA U-20 World Cups, MLS Cup finals in 2010, 2016, and 2017, the 104th Grey Cup on the 27th of November 2016, the NHL Centennial Classic on the 1st of January 2017, and rugby sevens at the 2015 Pan American Games. It will host six matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
When did the Toronto Argonauts move to BMO Field?
The Toronto Argonauts began playing at BMO Field with the 2016 CFL season. The Argonauts played their first preseason game at the stadium on the 11th of June 2016, defeating the Hamilton Tiger-Cats 25-16.