how many games have been played at Gillette for the world cup?
Seven World Cup matches have been played or are scheduled at Gillette Stadium for the 2026 tournament: five group-stage games, one Round of 32 match, and one quarterfinal.
Quick Scoop
Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, is hosting 7 World Cup matches in 2026.
That total breaks down into 5 group-stage games plus 2 knockout matches.
| Match type | Number of games |
|---|---|
| Group stage | 5 | [4][8]
| Round of 32 | 1 | [8][4]
| Quarterfinal | 1 | [4][8]
| Total | 7 | [2][8][4]
Match context
Boston/Gillette is one of the U.S. host sites for the 2026 World Cup, and reports say the venue’s final match is a quarterfinal on July 9.
One June 2026 report also noted that the fifth of the seven Gillette matches was played on June 26, which lines up with the venue being actively used during the tournament.
