The hype for the FIFA World Cup 2026 will kick into overdrive on Friday, December 5 at 5 p.m., when we find out which of the 48 teams will take the field at MetLife Stadium for the Group Stage matches. In total, the New York City region will host eight matches: five group stage matches on June 13, 16, 22, 25 and 27, plus two knockout round matches in addition to the final on July 19.
If you count yourself among the one million soccer (or “football,” as the rest of the world calls it) fans who are expected to visit the city during the tournament, let us remind you that Lower Manhattan is the perfect home base for your World Cup stay. With a network of more than 40 hotels and 8,000 rooms, we’re uniquely suited for hosting a giant party with both suites and affordable stays. And with 13 subway lines and 2 PATH lines, we’re one of NYC’s most transit-accessible neighborhoods as well (which, as any local will tell you, is crucial for commuting to MetLife in New Jersey). So whether you plan to spend your whole 2026 World Cup experience shopping, dining and sightseeing in Lower Manhattan between viewing parties, or whether you want a convenient stay where the action happens off the field, we’ve got you covered.
Stay tuned to our website in the coming weeks and months for suggestions of how to spend your time in Lower Manhattan during the FIFA World Cup 2026 from itineraries to roundups of watch parties and events taking place south of Chambers Street.
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