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Soccer fans travel to New Jersey for World Cup opener between Morocco and Brazil

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 5:34 AM

Last updated Jun 14, 2026

Soccer fans travel to New Jersey for World Cup opener between Morocco and Brazil
Summary

Soccer fans are making their way to the New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford for the World Cup match between Morocco and Brazil, scheduled for 6 p.m. Many fans anticipated heavy traffic and high transit costs, prompting some to leave several hours early. New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill welcomed fans aboard an NJ Transit train, while others arrived via rideshare or shuttle buses from various towns. Despite concerns about logistical challenges, attendees expressed excitement about the historic event.

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  • •Fans began arriving hours in advance for the 6 p.m. match
  • •Many took NJ Transit, shuttles, or rideshares to reach the stadium
  • •Governor Mikie Sherrill welcomed fans on social media
  • •Families expressed their excitement for the event despite logistical concerns
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  • 5:34 AMYahoo Sports — Soccer fans brave surcharges, shuttles and the threat of traffic for N.J.’s first World Cup match
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Many attendees began their travels to the stadium hours in advance of the 6 p.m. start time to accommodate for forecasted traffic.

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