WE ARE READY TO HOST THE
2026 FIFA WORLD CUP™
The Countdown Is On!
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“SEVEN MATCHES INCLUDING A QUARTER FINAL - BOSTON GET
READY TO WELCOME THE WORLD TO OUR CITY!”
MAYOR OF BOSTON
| Date | Stage | Match Number |
|---|---|---|
|
06/13/2026 |
Group Stage |
Match 5 |
|
06/16/2026 |
Group Stage |
Match 18 |
|
06/19/2026 |
Group Stage |
Match 30 |
|
06/23/2026 |
Group Stage |
Match 45 |
|
06/26/2026 |
Group Stage |
Match 61 |
|
06/29/2026 |
Round of 32 |
Match 74 |
|
07/09/2026 |
Quarter-Finals |
Match 97 |
SOCCER IN NEW ENGLAND
A RICH TRADITION
1994 FIFA Men’s World Cup™ (June-July 1994)
European powerhouses Spain and Italy played a Quarterfinals contest in front of 53,400 fans on July 9, 1994.
1999 FIFA Women’s World Cup™ (June-July 1999)
The Women’s National Team played in front 50,484 at Foxboro Stadium with a 3-0 win over North Korea on June 27, 1999.
2002 FIFA Men’s World Cup™ Qualifying USA vs. Jamaica (Oct. 7, 2001)
Facing a must-win scenario, the U.S. defeated Jamaica, 2-1, to clinch its World Cup™ berth.
2002 MLS Cup: New England Revolution vs. LA Galaxy (Oct. 20, 2002)
The hometown New England Revolution faced the LA Galaxy on Oct. 20, 2002, with an audience of 61,316.
2003 FIFA Women’s World Cup™ (Sept.-Oct. 2003)
More than 25,000 fans attended the Americans’ 1-0 victory against Norway and Sweden overcame Brazil to win 2-1.
USA vs. Spain (June 4, 2011)
The Spain National Team visited Foxborough for a 4-0 win in a friendly match with the United States Men’s National Team in front of 64,121 fans.
Portugal vs. Mexico (June 6, 2014)
On June 6, 2014, soccer giants Mexico and Portugal faced off at Gillette Stadium in an international friendly.
Copa America Centenario (June 2016)
In Foxborough on June 10, Chile defeated Bolivia, 2-1. Two days later, Peru defeated Brazil, 1-0, on June 12. Argentina defeated Venezuela, 4-1.
Final Whistle on Hate - Revolution vs. Chelsea FC (May 15, 2019)
Chelsea FC faced the New England Revolution on May 15, 2019 in the “Final Whistle on Hate” charity match at Gillette Stadium in front of a crowd of more than 27,000 spectators.
WE ARE JUST GETTING STARTED.
WE ARE BOSTON.
WE ARE 26.
Exciting news for Boston and the New England region as we gear up to play a major role in the FIFA World Cup™ 2026, the largest single sporting event ever. This historic event, spanning three countries and 16 cities, will see Boston hosting seven matches, including five Group Stage matches, a Round of 32, and one Quarterfinal match.
Get ready for 40 days filled with special events and celebrations, uniting people to enjoy the tournament and everything the region has to offer.
Let’s come together and make this a memorable experience with a lasting impact for all!