MetLife Stadium

MetLife Stadium opened on April 10, 2010 at a cost of roughly $1.6 billion, making it one of the most expensive sports venues of its era. It replaced the neighbouring Giants Stadium, which had served since the 1970s.

Super Bowl XLVIII

Just four years after opening, the stadium hosted Super Bowl XLVIII (February 2, 2014) — the first time the NFL championship was played at an open-air venue in a cold-weather city. The Seattle Seahawks defeated the Denver Broncos 43–8.

Soccer milestones and the 2026 World Cup final

Beyond American football, it staged the 2016 Copa América Centenario final, where Chile beat Argentina on penalties. The crowning moment in the stadium's history will be the 2026 FIFA World Cup final — for the tournament it will carry the temporary name "New York/New Jersey Stadium." The venue will thus enter history as the stage for the most-watched single match in world sport.

The atmosphere at MetLife Stadium shifts from game to game because two fan bases share it. On NFL Sundays the complex turns into a sea of blue (Giants) or green (Jets), and the surrounding lots come alive with classic tailgating — grilling and pre-game parties in the parking areas.

A dual fan identity

Supporters of both the Giants and the Jets treat the building as their own, so the mood and décor change with whoever is playing. Rivalry games and marquee matchups draw the full 82,500 crowd and create a deafening backdrop.

Major events and concerts

The stadium is also one of America's premier concert stages, having hosted Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, Ed Sheeran and The Rolling Stones. It has staged WrestleMania and numerous international soccer fixtures, making it one of the busiest entertainment arenas on the U.S. East Coast.

MetLife Stadium sits within the Meadowlands Sports Complex and is easy to reach from New York City and across the region. Plan to arrive early, especially for sold-out games and big events.

How to get there

• By train: NJ Transit's Meadowlands Rail Line runs directly to the stadium from Secaucus Junction, which is reachable by train from New York Penn Station.
• By bus: Seasonal NJ Transit routes (such as 351 and 353) from the Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan.
• By car: Exits 16W and 19W off the New Jersey Turnpike; large parking lots are available (parking is paid in advance).
• Tickets: Buy through the official New York Giants and New York Jets channels or authorised resellers; prices and availability vary widely depending on the opponent.