FIFA World Cup Comes to NYC
Where will you be when the world comes to play in New York City?
Warm up your best soccer chants because FIFA World Cup 26™ is coming to the New York area this summer. Starting June 13 and continuing through the final match on July 19, the City will welcome soccer fans from around the world to rep their colors. Don’t miss the fellowship and festivities during one of the biggest celebrations of sportsmanship on the global stage, right here in New York City.
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 MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
You have the opportunity to purchase tickets during during various sales phases that you can access by registering your interest at fifa.com/tickets.
The next phase of ticket sales is the Random Selection Draw. The entry period to register your interest in purchasing tickets is scheduled to run from December 11 to January 12. As with other phases, this involves an application process followed by a randomized selection. Successful ticket applicants will be notified by email and payments will be processed automatically in February.
For much more information about the ticket sales process, read the FIFA World Cup 26 general ticketing info.
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 Crewfare. Enjoy exclusive discounted fan rates, convenient locations across the city and a seamless booking experience.
Explore the rest of this page for trip planning to NYC and a sense of the soccer scene that awaits you. Visit the official FIFA World Cup 26™ NYNJ website for the most up-to-date tournament, FIFA Fan Festival™ and transportation information.
PLAN YOUR NYC TRIP
Planning feels like playtime when mapping out a trip to the greatest city in the world.
Official NYC Visitor Map
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Hotels for World Cup '26
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NYC Sports
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Savor NYC
People come from far and wide to try NYC’s legendary food scene. Delicious eats are tucked into every borough of the City.
Tours & Attractions
NYC is packed with things to do, no matter what your interests are. Make the most of your trip with an expert guide.
Broadway & Performing Arts
No visit to NYC is complete without a trip to the theater. Catch bold new musicals, long-running hits and fascinating dramas.
Museums & Galleries
There’s an institution for every interest in the City. Wander through big name museums, and discover smaller spots for culture and history throughout the boroughs.
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.
Cafe Mogador
There is a reason that every time you pass by Café Mogador it's buzzing with people whose college degrees have led them into the creative world.
Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse
Fogo de Chão is an authentic Brazilian steakhouse (churrascaria) that has been setting the standard in Brazil since 1979.
The Clocktower
This chic 88-seat, David Rockwell-designed restaurant serves contemporary cuisine with British sensibilities.
Recette
Recette is a lively French bistro in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, featuring tasty dishes and unique specials by executive chef Alan Vargas.
Ponty Bistro
West African, French and Mediterranean fusion cuisine is served with warm hospitality and exceptional service at Ponty Bistro.
Hedge & Hearth
Cozy up in the heated outdoor lounge with gastropub delicacies—think classic British comfort food with the volume turned up—alongside a 2,000-square-foot hedge labyrinth.
Leticias
Out in Queens’ Corona neighborhood, Leticias serves Ecuadorian cuisine with a modern twist.
Churrascaria Plataforma Brazilian Steakhouse
Churrascaria Plataforma Brazilian Steakhouse is a rodízio-style restaurant.
T. Brasserie
T. Brasserie serves timeless French fare using only the finest and freshest ingredients from breakfast through dinner.
Casa Brazilian
This charming Tribeca restaurant has been serving up Brazilian home cooking in the West Village since 1998.
El Carnaval
El Carnaval is a Panamanian-influenced restaurant in the East Village, serving empanadas, grilled steaks, seafood and Latin entrées.
Le B.
Tableside presentations, intricate flavors, and forgotten pleasures mined from the history books are hallmarks of Le B.’s ethos.
Le Souk Harem
A hot nightclub destination for years in the East Village, Le Souk Harem is the westerly second location of this Middle Eastern “den of iniquity.” The same sexy spirit rages on with the multilevel, multi-sensory entertainment: exotic décor, authentic hookahs (smoke tobacco indoors, legally!) and French-Moroccan food, plus guaranteed flirting and dancing with an international crowd.
Aquavit
The serenely elegant Michelin-starred Aquavit has been around since 1987, gaining its highest profile during Marcus Samuelsson's tenure as head chef.
Le Rivage
This traditional French restaurant is located in the heart of the Theatre District and has been operated since 1984 by the Denamiel family.
Bierhaus NYC
Bierhaus NYC might make you forget you’re in midtown Manhattan, thanks to its Munich-during-Oktoberfest ambience.
La Baraka
La Baraka is a Little Neck destination for the best French dining experience...with a touch of North Africa.
Barawine
This chic wine bar—overseen by Fabrice Warin, a restaurateur with roots in upmarket New York institutions like François Payard Bakery and Le Cercle Rouge—is an oenophile's dream.
Nordic Preserves, Fish & Wildlife
A compressed, Scandinavian version of Russ & Daughters is wedged into the Essex Street Market.
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.
Watch New York City Soccer Fans in Action
Fans of New York City Football Club and Inter Miami CF came to cheer for their teams at Citi Field, Queens.
NYC Soccer History
From soccer’s stateside introduction to the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026™ final, New York City and the region have served as the American cradle of the sport.
Soccer Bars in NYC
Support your side, whether it’s a national or club team, at these sports-loving venues in the five boroughs.
Watching Soccer at Xochimilco
A South Bronx restaurant that serves up authentic Mexican food also serves as a gathering place for fans of the global sport.
Soccer Culture Thrives at Bar 43
Bar 43, known as the "home of soccer in Queens,” attracts numerous fan communities from its diverse Sunnyside neighborhood.
Watching Copa America at La Roja de Todos
Soccer fans in NYC’s Chilean community came to this College Point restaurant to wear their colors and show their support for the national team.
YOUR NYC SUMMER 2026 PREVIEW
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Guide to the Statue of Liberty
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Beyond the Mermaid Parade
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PARTNER WITH NYC
Local and international businesses are invited to explore partnership, sponsorship and hospitality opportunities during the world’s largest sporting event.
Contact:
Partnerships and ad sales: worldcup26@nyctourism.com
Hotel accommodations: conventionsales@nyctourism.com
Hospitality, venues and events: destinationservices@nyctourism.com
Press inquiries: press@nyctourism.com