2026 FIFA World Cup in New England: Matches, Tickets & How to Watch
Gillette Stadium hosts seven matches — including England vs. Ghana, France, and a July 9 quarterfinal. The 2026 FIFA World Cup runs June 11 – July 19, 2026, co-hosted by United States, Canada & Mexico — 48 teams, 104 matches. Local matches are played at Gillette Stadium (Foxborough, Massachusetts, capacity 65,000), branded the “Boston Stadium” for the tournament.
Gillette Stadium's group and Round of 32 matches are complete. A Quarterfinal arrives on July 9.
Matches at Gillette Stadium
| Date | Round | Match | Result / Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 13 | Group C | Haiti vs. Scotland | 0–1 |
| Jun 16 | Group I | Iraq vs. Norway | 1–4 |
| Jun 19 | Group C | Scotland vs. Morocco | 6:00 PM ET |
| Jun 23 | Group L | England vs. Ghana | 4:00 PM ET |
| Jun 26 | Group I | Norway vs. France | 1–4 |
| Jun 29 | Round of 32 | Paraguay vs. Germany | 1–1 (4–3 pens) |
| Jul 9 | Quarterfinal | Teams set after group stage | 4:00 PM ET |
Following the USMNT
As co-hosts, the United States qualified automatically and headline Group D alongside Paraguay, Australia and Turkey. Mauricio Pochettino's side — led by Christian Pulisic and the group's highest-ranked team at No. 16 in the world — opens on home soil June 12, aiming to better its Round-of-16 exit from 2022 in the first 48-team World Cup.
| Date | Match | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Jun 12 | USA vs. Paraguay | Los Angeles Stadium (SoFi) | 9:00 PM ET |
| Fri, Jun 19 | USA vs. Australia | Seattle Stadium (Lumen Field) | 3:00 PM ET |
| Thu, Jun 25 | USA vs. Turkey | Los Angeles Stadium (SoFi) | 10:00 PM ET |
Knockout path: finish first in Group D and the U.S. plays its Round of 32 match on July 1; finish second and it's July 3 at Dallas Stadium against the Group G runner-up.
Where to watch: every U.S. match airs in English on FOX or FS1 and in Spanish on Telemundo or Universo, and streams via the FOX Sports app and live-TV services (more options below).
How to Watch
Every match airs in English on FOX and FS1 and in Spanish on Telemundo and Universo. FOX carries the marquee fixtures including the final, while group-stage matches are split across FOX, FS1, Telemundo, and Universo. Most are also streamable through those networks' apps and live-TV services.
Tickets
Official tickets are sold through FIFA.com/tickets. For sold-out matches, verified resale inventory is available on SeatGeek.
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Gillette Stadium is in Foxborough, about 30 miles southwest of Boston. The MBTA runs expanded Commuter Rail service to Foxboro Station (a short walk from the stadium) for every match — a same-day match ticket is required to buy rail. Driving and rideshare are available but congested on match days.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many World Cup matches are at Gillette Stadium?
Gillette Stadium hosts 7 matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, from June 13 to July 9, 2026.
How can I watch the 2026 World Cup in New England?
Every match airs in English on FOX and FS1 and in Spanish on Telemundo and Universo. The games also stream through those networks' live-TV and app services.
How do I get tickets for the World Cup at Gillette Stadium?
Official tickets are sold through FIFA at FIFA.com/tickets. For sold-out matches, verified resale inventory is available on the secondary market.
How do I get to Gillette Stadium for the World Cup?
Gillette Stadium is in Foxborough, about 30 miles southwest of Boston. The MBTA runs expanded Commuter Rail service to Foxboro Station (a short walk from the stadium) for every match — a same-day match ticket is required to buy rail. Driving and rideshare are available but congested on match days.