where will the 2026 fifa world cup final be held

The 2026 FIFA World Cup final will be held at MetLife Stadium (officially branded as “New York New Jersey Stadium” for the tournament) in East Rutherford, New Jersey, near New York City, on July 19, 2026.

Quick Scoop

• The final is scheduled for July 19, 2026, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA.

• For FIFA branding, the venue is referred to as New York New Jersey Stadium during the World Cup.

• MetLife is normally home to the NFL’s New York Giants and New York Jets and seats over 80,000 fans for major events.

Venue details

MetLife Stadium is part of the Meadowlands Sports Complex, about 10 miles (16 km) west of Manhattan, giving the final a strong “New York” backdrop even though it is physically in New Jersey. The stadium has hosted major sports events and concerts and is being adapted with a wider pitch configuration to meet FIFA requirements for 2026.

How it was chosen

The 2026 World Cup is jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, with 16 host cities across the three countries. From the quarterfinals onward, all matches are in the United States, and MetLife Stadium was ultimately picked over other contenders like AT&T Stadium near Dallas and SoFi Stadium near Los Angeles as the site of the final.

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