⚽ The world is coming to New Jersey — the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final is at MetLife Stadium, minutes from the Gold Coast. See how your business can win →
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⚽ June 11 – July 19, 2026

The World Cup is coming to New Jersey.
Let's make it count.

MetLife Stadium will host eight matches — including the Final on July 19, 2026 — just minutes from the Gold Coast. The Chamber is helping members turn a once-in-a-lifetime global event into real, lasting business.

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Counting down to kickoff of the Final at MetLife Stadium.

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1.2M
Visitors to the NY/NJ region
$3.3B
Projected regional economic impact
26,000+
Jobs supported across the region
8
Matches at MetLife Stadium

Source: FIFA World Cup 2026 NY/NJ Host Committee economic impact report.

The official tournament

FIFA World Cup 26™

The 2026 tournament is organized by FIFA, with the New York / New Jersey matches delivered through the official Host Committee. The Gold Coast Chamber is an independent business organization and is not affiliated with FIFA — but we're proud our region is on the world stage.

Have a licensed copy of the official FIFA World Cup 26™ logo (for example, as an Official Host City supporter or licensee)? Drop the image file in beside this text — replace assets/official-logo-placeholder.svg with your approved asset.

Official FIFA 2026 site → NY/NJ Host Committee →
Placeholder for the official FIFA World Cup 26 logo

"FIFA World Cup" and related marks are trademarks of FIFA. Use of the official logo requires permission/licensing from FIFA or the Host Committee.

Matchday

The schedule at MetLife Stadium

East Rutherford, NJ — a short drive from every Gold Coast community.

Jun
13
Brazil vs. Morocco
Group stage
6:00 PM ET
Jun
16
France vs. Senegal
Group stage
3:00 PM ET
Jun
22
Norway vs. Senegal
Group stage
8:00 PM ET
Jun
25
Ecuador vs. Germany
Group stage
4:00 PM ET
Jun
27
Panama vs. England
Group stage
5:00 PM ET
Jun
30
Round of 32
Knockout stage
5:00 PM ET
Jul
05
Round of 16
Knockout stage
4:00 PM ET
Jul
19
🏆 The Final
FIFA World Cup 2026 Championship
3:00 PM ET

Schedule per public FIFA / host-committee announcements and subject to change. Knockout matchups depend on group results.

The opportunity

How your business can win in 2026

With over a million visitors in the region, every restaurant, shop, hotel, and service provider on the Gold Coast can benefit — with the right preparation.

1

Get visible before fans arrive

Claim and polish your online presence — Google Business Profile, the Chamber directory, and multilingual signage. Visitors search before they spend.

2

Join the Welcome World Rewards Program

The host committee's region-wide program is designed to drive foot traffic from fans to local small businesses. We'll help members participate.

3

Apply for Plaza de Fútbol booth space

Fan-festival space is expected for ~1,000 small businesses, reaching an estimated 100,000 guests per day. The Chamber will share application details.

4

Staff up & train for a global crowd

Plan for peak days, extended hours, multiple languages, and cashless payments. We'll run readiness workshops through the spring.

5

Partner & cross-promote

Bundle offers with nearby members — hotel + restaurant + transport. Group packages win the visitor dollar.

6

Capture customers for the long run

Collect reviews, emails, and social follows now so the 2026 surge becomes a lasting customer base.

Chamber program

The Gold Coast "Welcome the World" initiative

We're rallying the waterfront business community to be ready, welcoming, and visible for 2026. Members get early access to everything we're building.

  • Readiness workshops — operations, hiring, languages & payments
  • Group marketing — a "Visit the Gold Coast" fan guide & map
  • Host-committee liaison — we surface official programs & deadlines
  • Co-op advertising — pooled member campaigns for reach
  • Window decals & "Fans Welcome" branding for member storefronts
Join to take part Ask about the program
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Questions

World Cup 2026 FAQ

When and where is the Final? +

The FIFA World Cup 2026 Final is scheduled for July 19, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey — roughly 15 minutes from the Gold Coast communities.

How many matches will MetLife host? +

Eight: five group-stage matches, a Round of 32, a Round of 16, and the Final. See the schedule above.

How big is the economic opportunity? +

The NY/NJ Host Committee projects more than $3.3 billion in regional economic impact, around 1.2 million visitors, and 26,000+ supported jobs across tourism, hospitality, transportation, retail, and entertainment.

Is the Chamber affiliated with FIFA? +

No. We are an independent business organization. We share publicly available information and run our own programs to help members prepare. "FIFA World Cup" and related marks are trademarks of FIFA. Official programs are run by FIFA and the NY/NJ Host Committee.

How do I get involved through the Chamber? +

Join the Chamber and you'll get early access to readiness workshops, group marketing, and host-committee program details. Become a member or contact us.

Be ready when the world arrives.

2026 will be here before you know it. Join the Gold Coast Chamber today and prepare your business to win during the biggest event our region has ever hosted.

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