Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas, the venue for the France vs. Spain semifinal in the 2026 World Cup, officially known as AT&T Stadium, is one of the city's most iconic landmarks and a masterpiece of contemporary sports architecture. Construction began on September 20, 2005, with the laying of the foundation, and after nearly four years of continuous engineering work, it was completed and officially opened on May 27, 2009. The total construction cost exceeded initial estimates, reaching approximately $1.3 billion. The massive project involved a diverse workforce of over 3,000 workers, engineers, and technicians who contributed to the metal structure and the giant arches spanning the interior roof. The stadium's official seating capacity for the World Cup is 70,649, but it can be expanded to over 100,000 spectators when standing areas are used. The seating is distributed across multiple tiers designed to provide clear sightlines from all angles. Notable features include a large high-definition suspended video screen, one of the largest in sports venues, retractable glass doors at the east and west ends to allow natural ventilation, and 380 luxury suites. The stadium is served by a massive parking network accommodating up to 12,000 vehicles, with an additional 12,000 spaces in nearby commercial areas. Since its opening, it has hosted major events such as Super Bowl XLV in 2011, the 2010 NBA All-Star Game (setting attendance records), WrestleMania in 2016 and 2022, several CONCACAF Gold Cup tournaments, and now the knockout stages of the current World Cup.