The World Cup 2026 final is scheduled for Sunday, July 19, 2026, with kick-off at 8pm UK time (3pm ET, 12pm PT). The match will take place at the New York New Jersey Stadium, known as MetLife Stadium outside the tournament, located in East Rutherford, New Jersey. This venue is the home of the NFL's New York Jets and New York Giants.
Venue Details and Capacity
MetLife Stadium is the largest stadium in the NFL, with a maximum seating capacity of 82,500. However, for the World Cup final, attendance will be capped at 78,756. The stadium is a three-tier, entirely open-air structure with no retractable roof, meaning players and spectators will be exposed to the elements throughout the match.
Teams Competing in the Final
Spain became the first team to secure a spot in the final after defeating France 2-0 on Tuesday evening. The second finalist will be determined from the match between England and Argentina, which takes place in Atlanta on Wednesday.
According to Abbie Meehan, Senior Sports Writer, the final is set to be a highly anticipated clash, with both remaining teams eager to claim the trophy.
