June 26, 2026

World Cup 2026 Update: Team USA Wins the Group, MetLife Heats Up

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is in full swing right here in our backyard, and what a tournament it's been. The group stage has delivered upsets, drama, and record-breaking crowds—the event has already set an all-time World Cup attendance record with more than 3.6 million fans through the turnstiles. We're rooting hard for Team USA, but let's be honest: we just love the beautiful game, and this summer has been a feast of it.

Team USA Tops Group D

The USMNT made the home crowd proud, finishing first in Group D. The Stars and Stripes opened with a statement 4-1 win over Paraguay on June 12, followed it up with a composed 2-0 victory over Australia on June 19, and—despite a wild 3-2 loss to Türkiye on June 25—still topped the group on goal difference with six points. First place, knockout stage booked, and plenty of belief.

What's Next for the USMNT

Up next: the Round of 32. Team USA is set to face Bosnia and Herzegovina on Wednesday, July 1 at Levi's Stadium in the San Francisco Bay Area, with kickoff slated for 8 p.m. ET. Win that, and the road to the Final—right here at MetLife—stays alive. We'll be glued to every minute.

MetLife Stadium Is Delivering Drama

Our hometown stadium has been one of the stars of the tournament. The action kicked off with a tense 1-1 draw between Brazil and Morocco on June 13, France dispatched Senegal 3-1 on June 16, and Norway edged Senegal 3-2 in a thriller on June 22. And just today, MetLife witnessed a genuine shocker—Ecuador stunned Germany 2-1. England take the stage next against Panama on June 27. The knockouts return to East Rutherford soon, building toward the grand finale.

The Final Is Coming to Our Backyard

Mark your calendar: the 2026 World Cup Final will be played at MetLife Stadium on July 19. Whether you've got tickets, you're hitting a watch party, or you're hosting friends and family flying in from around the world, this is a once-in-a-lifetime summer for soccer in New Jersey—and we're savoring every match.

However your bracket is looking, one thing's certain: the beautiful game has taken over the Garden State, and we couldn't be happier about it. Go USA—and long live the World Cup.

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