MetLife Stadium Selected as Host Venue for FIFA World Cup 26™ Final
Home of the New York Football Giants and New York Jets to Host Eight Matches Throughout Tournament, Including Final on July 19, 2026
EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ – MetLife Stadium has been announced as the Host Venue of the FIFA World Cup 26™ Final and 7 other matches throughout the tournament. FIFA selected New York New Jersey to host the Final at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, in addition to 5 Group Stage matches, 1 Round of 32 match, and 1 Round of 16 match. Consistent with stadiums in other Host Cities and following FIFA guidelines, MetLife Stadium will temporarily adopt a new venue name, “New York New Jersey Stadium,” to represent the region for the tournament.
MetLife Stadium is the home of the New York Jets and New York Football Giants and is one of the largest stadiums in the NFL, with a capacity of 82,500. The stadium consistently ranks as one of the busiest stadiums in the world and highlights include the first outdoor, cold-weather Super Bowl (XLVIII), the 2016 Copa America Centenario Final, and WWE’s WrestleMania 29 and 35.
“FIFA’s selection is a testament to the vibrancy of New York New Jersey,” said Steve Tisch, Chairman and Executive Vice President, New York Giants. “Fans who visit MetLife Stadium and our area will find endless entertainment and cultural attractions to complement their World Cup experience, making it a truly one-of-a-kind destination.”
“It is a historic honor for MetLife Stadium to serve as the epicenter of the World Cup in 2026, said John Mara, President and CEO, New York Giants. “All eyes will be on New York New Jersey, and we would not have it any other way. We know our host committee will work tirelessly to produce an unforgettable experience for global fans.”
FIFA World Cup 26™ will be the biggest sporting event ever — 3 Host Countries, 16 Host Cities, 48 teams, and 104 matches will unite an entire continent to showcase a momentous new tournament format. The tournament boasts an impressive 39-day duration, with the opening match taking place on June 11, 2026. The event will culminate with the Final at New York New Jersey Stadium (MetLife Stadium) on July 19, 2026, complemented by unprecedented fan experiences throughout the NYNJ region.
“The selection of MetLife Stadium as the host venue for the FIFA World Cup 26 Final is an honor like no other,” said Ron VanDeVeen, President & CEO, MetLife Stadium. “We look forward to welcoming the world to our home, and our team is prepared to run a flawless event. MetLife Stadium hosts the world’s biggest events on the world’s biggest stage and the FIFA World Cup 26 Final is the ultimate crown jewel.”
The MetLife Stadium (New York New Jersey Stadium) match schedule is as follows:
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6/13/26 – Group Stage |
6/27/26 – Group Stage |
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6/16/26 – Group Stage |
6/30/26 – Round of 32 |
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6/22/26 – Group Stage |
7/5/26 – Round of 16 |
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6/25/26 – Group Stage |
7/19/26 - FINAL |
Beyond the historic significance, hosting the tournament will be tremendously beneficial to the New York New Jersey region. FIFA World Cup 26™ matches played at New York New Jersey Stadium (MetLife Stadium), including the Final, are projected to generate over $2 billion in economic impact, and to support over 14,000 jobs. Moreover, it is expected that the tournament will bring over 1 million visitors to the region, roughly half of whom will be non-ticketholders.
Fans interested in pre-registering for FIFA World Cup 26™ tickets can do so at fifa.com/tickets. Pre-registrations for hospitality package information are also available at fifa.com/hospitality.
Learn more about FIFA World Cup 26™ matches being held in NYNJ on the Host Committee’s website, on Instagram, on X (formerly Twitter), on Facebook, and on TikTok.
For the latest FIFA World Cup 26™ information, please visit the FIFA World Cup 26™ website. For media representatives wishing to stay up-to-date on all things 2026, please register via the FIFA Media Hub.
