2026 World Cup: Where to Watch Games in New York and New Jersey?

The FIFA World Cup 2026 will have MetLife Stadium as the host of 8 matches, including the final on July 19 in New York and New Jersey. The magnitude of the event has generated a wave of enthusiasm throughout the metropolitan region.

For those not attending the stadium, there are multiple alternatives to experience the excitement of soccer in the community. Fan zones and official parties will transform the tournament experience throughout the metropolitan area according to Infobae.

In New York City, the organization announced the creation of 5 official fan zones. One zone is in each borough and will broadcast live matches. Mayor Zohran Mamdani reported that admission to all zones will be free with prior online registration.

What are the official fan zones in New York?

In Queens, the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center at USTA becomes the main venue for the group stage. It will be in Flushing from June 11 to 27 with broadcasts at Louis Armstrong Stadium. In the Bronx, the Bronx Terminal Market will be the soccer epicenter on June 13 and 14. The zone will focus on key moments of the matches with special local food offerings.

Brooklyn is preparing its fan zone at Brooklyn Bridge Park available from June 13 to July 19. The location stands out for its integration of energy with music, gastronomy, and cultural programming that reflects the diversity of the borough. In Staten Island, the University Hospital Community Park will open its doors from June 29 to July 2. It offers a relaxed and family-friendly atmosphere ideal for those seeking celebration in a tranquil setting.

In Manhattan, the World Cup Fan Village takes over Rockefeller Center from July 6 to 19. It will transform the ice rink into a soccer field surrounded by giant screens dedicated to broadcast and fan activities. The New York Public Library is also joining the celebration by enabling free screenings at 46 locations. The Bronx will have 21 venues, Manhattan will have 18, and Staten Island will have 7.

What matches will be played at MetLife Stadium?

MetLife Stadium will be the epicenter of the 2026 World Cup in New York and New Jersey. It will be the venue for 8 matches including the highly anticipated final, according to Infobae. Among the most anticipated matches are Brazil vs. Morocco on June 13, France vs. Senegal on June 16, and Norway vs. Senegal on June 22. Ecuador vs. Germany will be on June 25 and Panama vs. England on June 27.

The stadium will host a Round of 16 match on June 30, quarterfinals on July 5, and the