USA · World Cup 2026
🗽 New York / New Jersey
MetLife Stadium · 82,500 Capacity · 8 Matches + FINAL
Host of the Grand Final · July 19, 2026
Fan Mode
Traveler Mode
VIP Mode
Where to Eat
Best food options in New York for every budget
Fan Mode: Street food in Queens (Jackson Heights, Flushing), dollar pizza slices, Nathan's hot dogs, food trucks in Midtown
Traveler Mode: Chelsea Market, Smorgasburg, iconic NYC delis, Little Italy, Chinatown feasts
VIP Mode: Eleven Madison Park, Le Bernardin, Per Se, Nobu — the world's finest dining at your fingertips
Where to Stay
Best accommodation options in New York for every budget
Fan Mode: Jersey City, Newark, or the Bronx — NJ Transit connects you to MetLife in under an hour
Traveler Mode: Midtown Manhattan, Hoboken, or Brooklyn — Marriott and Hilton options from $200/night
VIP Mode: The Plaza, The Ritz-Carlton Central Park, The St. Regis — Fifth Avenue luxury from $800/night
Getting Around
Transport options in New York on match days and beyond
Fan Mode: NJ Transit trains to MetLife, NYC Subway for everything else. Buy a MetroCard on arrival
Traveler Mode: Subway + shuttle buses to stadium. Use Google Maps for real-time NJ Transit schedules
VIP Mode: Private helicopters from Manhattan helipads, chauffeured SUVs, VIP shuttle packages
Stadium Guide
MetLife Stadium — everything you need to know on match day
Stadium Info: MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ hosts the Grand Final on July 19. Arrive 2–3 hours early. Gate A is the main entry. No bags larger than 12"×6"×12".
Match Day Tip: Arrive 2–3 hours before kickoff. Download the FIFA+ app and your team’s fan guide. No large bags, no umbrellas, no drones inside the perimeter.
Match Tickets
Secure your seats for World Cup 2026 matches in New York
Fan Mode: Group tickets and fan zone access — great atmosphere without breaking the bank
Traveler Mode: Category 3 & 4 seats with solid stadium views and easy transport access
VIP Mode: Premium seats, VIP hospitality packages, and exclusive fan experiences at New York
Fan Gear for New York
Shop official World Cup merchandise and fan gear
Fan Mode: Scarves, flags, and official FIFA merchandise to show your colors at New York
Traveler Mode: Official kits, fan packs, and city-specific World Cup 2026 gear
VIP Mode: Limited edition collections, signed items, and premium fan packages
Get the New York City Guide
Full PDF guide — stadium maps, fan zones, match-day checklists, best eats, transport timing, and insider tips