World Cup 2026 in North Jersey
MetLife Stadium hosts 8 matches including the Final on July 19. This is the North Jersey local's guide. Not the tourist version. What you need to know if you live here.
MetLife Stadium Match Schedule
| Date | Time | Match | Round |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat Jun 13 | 6:00 PM | Brazil vs Morocco | Group C |
| Tue Jun 16 | 3:00 PM | France vs Senegal | Group I |
| Mon Jun 22 | 8:00 PM | Norway vs Senegal | Group I |
| Thu Jun 25 | 4:00 PM | Ecuador vs Germany | Group E |
| Sat Jun 27 | 5:00 PM | Panama vs England | Group L |
| Tue Jun 30 | 5:00 PM | TBD | Round of 32 |
| Sun Jul 5 | 4:00 PM | TBD | Round of 16 |
| Sun Jul 19 | 3:00 PM | THE FINAL | Final |
How do I get to MetLife Stadium for the World Cup?
There is no general parking at MetLife Stadium. The lot is used for FIFA operations. Here are your options.
NJ Transit Train ($98 round trip)
Penn Station to Secaucus Junction to Meadowlands. 40,000 rider capacity per game day. 4 hours before kickoff, NJ-bound trains from Penn Station are restricted to World Cup ticket holders only.
Official Shuttle Bus ($80 round trip)
Park at Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine, take the shuttle to MetLife. Book in advance.
Rideshare (Uber/Lyft)
Drop-off is geofenced to Meadowlands Racing, not the stadium entrance. Plan for a walk from the drop point.
American Dream Mall Parking ($225)
The only available parking near the stadium. Limited spots. The mall also hosts the Dream FanFest.
Where to eat on match day
Each match brings a different country's fans to North Jersey. We mapped the restaurants to the matches.
Brazil vs Morocco
Brazilian and Moroccan restaurants near MetLife. Newark Ironbound guide.
Jun 16 | 3:00 PMFrance vs Senegal
French bistros and Senegalese restaurants in Jersey City.
Jun 25 | 4:00 PMEcuador vs Germany
Ecuadorian restaurants in Elizabeth and German beer halls.
Jun 27 | 5:00 PMPanama vs England
English pubs and sports bars across North Jersey.
Jun 22 | 8:00 PMNorway vs Senegal
Senegalese restaurants in Jersey City (second MetLife visit) and sports bars for Norway fans.
Essential Guides
NJ Transit World Cup Guide
$98 round trip, routes, parking alternatives, shuttle buses, rideshare tips, and what to expect on match day.
Watch PartiesWhere to Watch the World Cup in North Jersey
Fan zones, sports bars by town, block parties, extended bar hours. For everyone not going to the stadium.
Where to watch the World Cup in North Jersey
American Dream Dream FanFest
39 days of events. La Plaza de Futbol small business marketplace (1,000 vendor spots). East Rutherford.
Jersey Fan Hub at SI Stadium
Harrison, NJ. $10 entry. 8+ event days. Live music, screenings, food vendors.
Newark Ironbound
Ferry Street closing for Brazil vs Morocco (Jun 13). 70,000-100,000 expected. The biggest NJ event outside the stadium.
Hoboken Fan Zones
6 neighborhood block parties. Mulligan's Pub, Madd Hatter (40+ screens), Schmitty's.
Flag Cities Festival
Hackensack, Paterson, Jersey City, Bayonne, Newark, East Rutherford, Secaucus. Goya-sponsored.
Numbers you should know
NJ Transit round trip
American Dream parking
NJ Transit capacity per game
Matches at MetLife
Stadium parking available
Meadowlands sales tax (3% hike)