New York / New Jersey, New Jersey is one of the 11 US host cities for the FIFA World Cup 2026, with all matches played at MetLife Stadium. The venue will host 8 matches — including the FINAL on July 19, 2026.
- Stadium
- MetLife Stadium
- Capacity
- 82,500 seats
- State
- New Jersey (NJ)
- NFL tenant
- NY Giants / NY Jets
- Matches
- 8 (includes knockout round)
About MetLife Stadium
Hosts the FINAL on July 19, 2026. Located in East Rutherford, NJ — across the Hudson from Manhattan.
This venue hosts the World Cup Final on July 19, 2026. MetLife is the only US venue dedicated to a confirmed Final slot — making it the most coveted ticket of the tournament.
Getting to New York / New Jersey
- Airports: Newark (EWR — closest to MetLife), JFK, LaGuardia (LGA).
- Public transit: NJ Transit train from NYC Penn Station direct to Meadowlands station (15 min).
- Walking distance from MetLife: Limited — most fans will base themselves in NYC (Manhattan).
What to know about New Jersey
New Jersey has the USPS abbreviation NJ (note: MetLife Stadium is in New Jersey, not New York — even though it's called the New York / New Jersey host venue). Learn more about New Jersey on our state page.
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How many matches will New York / New Jersey host?
New York / New Jersey hosts 8 matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, all at MetLife Stadium.
What stadium will New York / New Jersey use?
MetLife Stadium, the home of the NY Giants / NY Jets (NFL). Capacity: 82,500.
What state is New York / New Jersey in?
New York / New Jersey is in New Jersey (USPS code: NJ).
Is the World Cup Final in New York?
Sort of. The Final is at MetLife Stadium, which is in East Rutherford, New Jersey — across the Hudson River from Manhattan. Officially it's the "New York / New Jersey" host venue.