FIFA World Cup 26 Final to be Held at New York New Jersey Stadium
New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy Celebrate Historic Announcement
New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy celebrated today’s announcement that the Host Region of New York New Jersey (NYNJ) was awarded the rights to host the FIFA World Cup 26 Final and seven other matches throughout the tournament at New York New Jersey Stadium (MetLife Stadium) in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The match schedule — including dates and locations for each match – was announced by FIFA today.
FIFA World Cup 26 Final at New York, New Jersey Stadium
“The FIFA World Cup 26 Final will be a generation-defining moment for New York New Jersey, and there’s no better place to host the world’s biggest game than the world’s biggest stage,” said New York City Mayor Eric Adams. “New York New Jersey is ready for North America to be the center of the soccer world, and the history we’ll be making in 2026 will create lifetime memories for fans, provide new opportunities for our communities, infuse billions into our economy, and help shape our region and propel it forward for decades to come.”
“As an advocate for this region, and a lifelong soccer fan, I am thrilled that FIFA chose to place their trust in New York New Jersey to host the historic FIFA World Cup 26 Final,” said New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy. “This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for our entire region; hosting the Final provides NYNJ an unparalleled platform to brilliantly showcase what we stand for — diversity, equality, access, and inclusion.”
Benefits of Hosting the Tournament
Beyond the historic significance, hosting the tournament will be tremendously beneficial to the 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 for the NYNJ region, 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-ticket-holders.
Conclusion
The FIFA World Cup 26 Final will be a historic moment for New York City and our host partners in New Jersey as we bring the world’s largest sporting event to the world’s biggest stage. We are excited to create an unrivaled experience for fans that embraces our region’s love for the game while showcasing the rich diversity, vibrancy, and excitement of the five boroughs as the ultimate destination in the summer of 2026.
FAQs
Q: When will the FIFA World Cup 26 Final take place?
A: The FIFA World Cup 26 Final will take place on July 19, 2026, at New York New Jersey Stadium (MetLife Stadium) in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
Q: How many matches will be played at New York New Jersey Stadium?
A: New York New Jersey Stadium will host eight total matches throughout the tournament, including the FIFA World Cup 26 Final.
Q: What is the expected economic impact of the tournament?
A: The tournament is projected to generate over $2 billion in economic impact for the NYNJ region and support over 14,000 jobs.
Q: How many visitors is the tournament expected to bring to the region?
A: The tournament is expected to bring over 1 million visitors to the region, roughly half of whom will be non-ticket-holders.
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