MetLife Stadium

MetLife Stadium is located at 1 MetLife Stadium Drive, East Rutherford, New Jersey. From Manhattan, the most common way to get there is by NJ Transit bus from the Port Authority Bus Terminal (42nd Street and 8th Avenue) to the Meadowlands Sports Complex. The ride takes 30-45 minutes.

On World Cup match days, NJ Transit enables special train and bus services with increased frequency. There's also a train service from Penn Station via the Meadowlands line (available for sporting events), which is the fastest option at about 20 minutes.

By car, the stadium is accessible via Routes 3, 120 (New Jersey Turnpike), and Route 17. Parking is vast (approximately 28,000 spaces) but costs $40-60 USD. Uber and Lyft have designated pickup zones. From Manhattan by car, the trip can take 30 minutes without traffic or up to 2 hours during match-day congestion. Public transit is the recommended option.

MetLife Stadium has three main levels: lower level (100), mezzanine level (200), and upper level (300). With 82,500 seats, the stadium's scale is impressive and views vary significantly by section.

The sideline 100-level sections (111-113 and 126-128) offer the closest experience to the pitch. The mezzanine level (200) is considered the stadium's sweet spot, with perfect elevation for watching tactical play without being too far away. Suites and club seats are located between the 100 and 200 levels.

The upper level (300) is significantly far from the pitch but offers a panoramic view of the field and, on clear days, the Manhattan skyline. Corner sections offer good value. MetLife has no roof, so west-facing sections receive direct sun during afternoon matches.

The closest lodging options to the stadium are in Secaucus and East Rutherford, 5-10 minutes by car. Hotels like Hilton Meadowlands, Courtyard by Marriott Secaucus, and Hyatt Place Secaucus offer convenience and moderate prices compared to Manhattan.

For those who prefer the full New York experience, Manhattan has thousands of options but at significantly higher prices. The Times Square / Midtown area has the advantage of being near Penn Station and Port Authority, the two transit points to the stadium. Hoboken (New Jersey) is an excellent alternative: more affordable than Manhattan, with its own nightlife, and 20 minutes from the stadium.

Regarding food, the area near the stadium is limited (highway shopping centers). The real food is in New York: from dollar pizza on every corner to the tacos of Sunset Park in Brooklyn (NYC's largest Mexican community) and the restaurants of Jackson Heights in Queens (the area's Latino epicenter). Plan to eat in the city before heading to the stadium.

MetLife Stadium complies with all accessibility requirements of the US ADA. It features accessible seating on all levels, including elevated wheelchair platforms with unobstructed views and companion seating.

The stadium has ramps and elevators in all sections, accessible restrooms on every level, and an accessibility services center at the main entrance. Assistive listening devices and audio description for visually impaired individuals are offered.

ADA parking is available in lots near entrances, with advance reservation through the stadium's website. Public transit (NJ Transit) is wheelchair accessible on both buses and trains. For families, nursing rooms and diaper-changing areas are available on each level.

The match schedule for MetLife Stadium at the 2026 World Cup will be updated when FIFA confirms venue assignments. MetLife is expected to host group stage matches, knockout rounds, and possibly a semifinal, given its status as the highest-capacity stadium in the US.