New Jersey soccer fans prepare for World Cup at MetLife Stadium
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 8:14 AM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
The FIFA World Cup will take place at New Jersey's MetLife Stadium starting June 13. Fans, including Jorge Espinosa, Melanie Minchala, and Angelina Parra, express excitement for their national teams. Mexico, Ecuador, and Colombia all have strong immigrant representation in the area, and fans hope to see their teams advance in the tournament. Ticket prices are a concern, with an entry fee for matches being significantly high, like $460 for approximately the lowest seats.
- •World Cup kicks off June 11 in Mexico City, co-hosted by Mexico.
- •Ecuador plays Germany on June 25 at MetLife Stadium.
- •Ticket prices for matches in New Jersey are considerably high.
- •Local fans eager to see teams with immigrant ties, especially Mexico and Ecuador.
- •Young players from national teams are drawing attention and hope.
- 8:14 AMYahoo Sports — Here's what matters most about the World Cup to these NJ soccer fans
"The FIFA World Cup comes to New York New Jersey Stadium (the temporary name of MetLife Stadium) in East Rutherford, starting June 13.
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