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New York is New York. The biggest host city of the tournament will stage the final and multiple knockout matches, giving fans the full Manhattan-plus-matchday experience from Times Square to the Meadowlands.
The final. The biggest TV audience of the tournament. The best public transit access of any US host city β take NJ Transit from Penn Station direct to the stadium.
Venue
MetLife Stadium
82,500 capacity
MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey β a short train ride from Manhattan β is the host of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final on 19 July 2026. Home of the NFL's New York Giants and Jets.
Planning a trip?
New York / New Jersey matchday essentials
A few items that are worth sorting before matchday β whether you're travelling to New York / New Jersey or hosting a watch party at home in that city's honour.