FIFA World Cup 2026™ Comes to NYC
The biggest party in the world is happening in NYC right now—and it’s not too late to join.
FIFA World Cup 26™ has kicked off in New York City, bringing the most renowned names in fútbol to NYNJ Stadium and igniting once-in-a-generation festivities across the five boroughs. It’s not too late to join one of the biggest celebrations of sportsmanship and camaraderie on the global stage, right here in New York City.
PLAN YOUR NYC TRIP
Planning feels like playtime when mapping out a trip to the greatest city in the world.
Five Borough Winners Special
Celebrate the World Cup with limited-edition collectors’ cups and $26 culinary offers across the City.
Official Info from the FIFA World Cup 2026 NYNJ Host Committee
Planning for matchday? Visit the FIFA World Cup 2026 New York New Jersey Host Committee for official stadium and fan info, transportation and event logistics and other resources.
Frequently Asked Questions about FIFA World Cup 26
The most watched sporting event on Earth, the World Cup puts soccer (or “football,” depending on the country) on a grand stage every four years. Nations from across the globe compete in a monthlong multistage tournament to crown a champion.
The New York New Jersey area will feature eight matches overall, including the World Cup Final on July 19, 2026. The times and dates are as follows in Eastern Time:
Group Stage Matches:
June 13 at 6pm: Brazil v. Morocco
June 16 at 3pm: France v. Senegal
June 22 at 8pm: Norway v. Senegal
June 25 at 4pm: Ecuador v. Germany
June 27 at 5pm: Panama v. England
Round of 32: June 30
Round of 16: July 5
Final Match: July 19
All of our area matches will be held at
You have the opportunity to purchase tickets during during various sales phases that you can access by registering your interest at
For much more information about the ticket sales process, read
The 2026 edition, co-hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada, will include 48 qualifying countries, up from 32—which was the number in the past seven World Cups. That means a longer tournament (June 11–July 19) and more matches (104 in total). The host countries automatically qualify; Argentina, the defending champs, have to requalify to retain the title.
Teams will be separated into 12 groups of four and will play a three-game round-robin. From the group stage, 32 sides (the top two in each group plus the eight teams with the next-best records) will move on to the knockout rounds.
Matches will be played in 16 host cities. New York New Jersey is one of those locations—the one that will host the biggest match of all, the final on July 19, 2026.
Fans traveling to NYC for the World Cup can find trusted hotels near official match locations through
Transportation is being led by the FIFA World Cup 2026™ NYNJ Host Committee and NJ Transit, with support from PANYNJ, MTA, NJDOT, NJTA and Amtrak.
Fans must use official transportation options, including:
Official stadium shuttle buses
NJ Transit rail service
Rideshare (limited)
Pre-purchased premium parking at American Dream
Note: there is no general parking at the stadium.
For all the official up-to-date information about stadium transportation options, visit
CELEBRATE THE TEAMS PLAYING IN NYC
Make way for Brazil, Ecuador, England, France, Germany, Morocco, Norway, Panama and Senegal as their national teams compete for the top spot as part of NYC's group stage matches.
SOCCER CULTURE IN NYC
Well in advance of the World Cup's impending arrival, the global sport has found a home—actually, many homes—in the City, a place where scores of international communities thrive.
How Real New Yorkers Play Soccer
Get to know a handful of New York City’s local football clubs that embody a cross section of city life.
YOUR NYC SUMMER 2026 PREVIEW
Here's some of what to expect from the City during your World Cup visit.
NYC TRAVELER RESOURCES
See the video and resources below for practical information about safety, local customs and international arrivals to make the most of your trip.
PARTNER WITH NYC
Local and international businesses are invited to explore partnership, sponsorship and hospitality opportunities during the world’s largest sporting event.
Run a business or organization in New York City and want to get in on the action? Download our World Cup tool kit for businesses for all the information you need about free promotional opportunities, ways to submit your events to our citywide calendar, how to participate in our social campaign and more.
For more information, contact:
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