MetLife Stadium among 2026 World Cup hosts

MetLife Stadium, Getty ImagesMetLife Stadium’s predecessor previously hosted the World Cup semifinals in 1994

The New York Jets and New York Giants will be subletting MetLife Stadium come the summer of 2026.

The East Rutherford football venue was confirmed to be one of the 11 NFL stadiums that will host the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Thursday, joining AFC East rivals Miami (Hard Rock Stadium) and New England (Gillette Stadium). Specific matchups for each venue will be announced at a later date.

“We are honored to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup with our neighbors across the Hudson, and we are fully prepared to deliver the world-class experience that the beautiful game deserves,” New Jersey Governor…