New York / New Jersey

FINAL VENUE

The New York metro area hosts the most matches of any city, including the Final on July 19. MetLife Stadium — home of the Giants and Jets — has hosted Super Bowls and major concerts but this will be its biggest stage yet. The city itself needs no introduction.

Stadium
MetLife Stadium
Capacity
82,500
Matches
8

MetLife Stadium

Getting There

Public Transit
NJ Transit train from Penn Station (~20 min) or bus from Port Authority
Parking
On-site parking available — $40–60. Book in advance. Arrive 2h+ early.

Stadium Details

Address 1 MetLife Stadium Dr, East Rutherford, NJ 07073
Capacity 82,500
Nearest Airport(s) EWR (Newark — closest), JFK (45–90 min), LGA (45 min)

Things To Do in New York

Times Square Fan Zone
Official FIFA fan zone in Midtown Manhattan
Brooklyn Watch Parties
Multiple outdoor screens in DUMBO and Williamsburg
Central Park
Free outdoor broadcasts scheduled for knockout rounds
Hudson Yards
Close to Penn Station, multiple large screen venues

Local Travel Tips

  • Book accommodation in Manhattan — prices near stadium will be astronomical
  • Use NJ Transit train from Penn Station on match days — driving is a nightmare
  • The Final (Jul 19) means July 4th weekend accommodation is completely sold out nearby

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