๐ Location & Overview
MetLife Stadium, located in East Rutherford, New Jersey just outside New York City, will host 8 matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup - including 5 group stage matches and 3 knockout games. Most importantly, it will host the 2026 World Cup Final on July 19, 2026.
๐๏ธ Stadium Facts:
โข Location: 1 MetLife Stadium Dr, East Rutherford, NJ 07073
โข Capacity: 82,500
โข Matches Hosted: 8 total (5 group, 3 knockout)
โข Opened: 2010 | Home of NY Giants & NY Jets
โข World Cup Name: New York/New Jersey Stadium
โข Special Feature: Home of the NFL's Giants & Jets
โฝ MetLife Stadium Full Match Schedule (8 Matches)
โฐ All times in ET (UTC-4) - Eastern Time
๐ Group Stage (5 Matches)
โฝ GROUP C
๐Five-time champions Brazil begin their campaign in the NY/NJ area
๐Morocco looks to build on their historic 2022 semifinal run
๐First World Cup match at MetLife Stadium
โฝ GROUP I
๐Defending champions France (2022) face African champions Senegal
๐Rematch of 2002 World Cup opener when Senegal shocked France 1-0
โฝ GROUP I
๐Norway's first World Cup appearance since 1998
๐Critical Group I match for both teams
โฝ GROUP E
๐Four-time champions Germany in a crucial group match
๐Germany looks to rebound from recent World Cup disappointments
โฝ GROUP L
๐England's final group match - could decide Group L winner
๐Kick-off at 22:00 UK time for British viewers
โฝ ROUND OF 32
๐Group I winner (potentially France) faces a third-placed qualifier
๐First knockout match at MetLife Stadium
๐Winner advances to Round of 16
โฝ ROUND OF 16
๐Round of 16 clash at MetLife Stadium
๐Winner advances to Quarterfinal
โฝ WORLD CUP FINAL
๐๐ THE 2026 WORLD CUP FINAL ๐
๐Football's greatest prize decided here at MetLife Stadium
๐The world champion will be crowned in the NY/NJ area
๐One of the most anticipated sporting events on the planet
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Never Miss a Match at MetLife Stadium
Our 2026 World Cup Schedule Poster shows all 8 matches with multiple time zones (ET/CT/PT/UK/EU). Perfect for watch parties and home tracking.
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104 matches total
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64 flag cards
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Multiple time zones
Stadium Features
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Home of the NFL's Giants & Jets
One of only two stadiums shared by two NFL teams
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Located just outside NYC
5 miles from Manhattan, with stunning views of the New York City skyline
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State-of-the-art facilities
220 luxury suites and 10,000 club seats with premium amenities
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Super Bowl XLVIII Host
Hosted the coldest outdoor Super Bowl in history in 2014
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World Cup Final Host
The championship match will be played here on July 19, 2026
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8 World Cup matches
Including the Final
Getting There
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By Train
NJ Transit from NY Penn Station to Secaucus Junction (10 min), then transfer to Meadowlands line (10 min). Total journey about 30 minutes.
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By Bus
Coach USA from Port Authority Bus Terminal (42nd St & 8th Ave) direct to the stadium.
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By Car
Located at exit 16W of the NJ Turnpike (I-95). Pre-paid parking passes recommended.
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Ride Share
Dedicated pickup/drop-off zone at Lot L. Uber and Lyft have official stadium partnerships.
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By Air
20 minutes from Newark Liberty (EWR), 30 from LaGuardia (LGA), 45 from JFK. FIFA shuttles available.
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Ferry
NY Waterway ferry from Midtown NYC to Weehawken, then shuttle bus to stadium.
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Stadium Address
1 MetLife Stadium Dr, East Rutherford, NJ 07073
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requently Asked Questions
How many matches will MetLife Stadium host?
MetLife Stadium will host 8 matches total - 5 group stage matches and 3 knockout matches (1 Round of 32, 1 Round of 16, and the WORLD CUP FINAL on July 19).
When is the World Cup Final?
The 2026 World Cup Final will be played on Sunday, July 19, 2026 at 15:00 ET at MetLife Stadium.
Which top teams play here in the group stage?
Brazil (June 13, 18:00 ET), France (June 16, 15:00 ET & June 22, 20:00 ET), Germany (June 25, 16:00 ET), and England (June 27, 17:00 ET) all play group matches here.
Is there a Quarterfinal at MetLife Stadium?
No, the Quarterfinal (400021536) is played at Boston Stadium. MetLife Stadium's knockout matches are Round of 32, Round of 16, and the Final.
How do I get to the stadium from NYC?
Take NJ Transit from Penn Station to Secaucus (10 min), then transfer to the Meadowlands line (10 min). Total journey about 30 minutes.
Is the stadium indoor or outdoor?
MetLife Stadium is an open-air stadium with no roof. Bring appropriate clothing for weather conditions.
