WC 2026 Host City Β· USA
Wicked good football
Stadium
Gillette Stadium
Capacity
65,878
Matches
7 matches
Summer Temp
82Β°F / 28Β°C
Currency
USD
The commuter rail is $80 round-trip and sells out β book as soon as tickets go on sale, full stop. Traffic on I-95 South post-match is one of the worst exits of any WC venue. If you miss the train, you're in that traffic. Don't miss the train. Patriot Place right next to Gillette has restaurants and bars β arrive early and make a day of it.
Arrive at the stadium
90 min
before kickoff β security queues are long on WC matchdays
Bag Policy
Clear bag only, max 12Γ6Γ12 inches. No backpacks of any kind β including clear backpacks. One small clutch up to 4.5Γ6.5 inches allowed.
Cashless Stadium β Cards Only
No cash accepted inside. Make sure your card works internationally and has no foreign transaction fees.
Alcohol Policy
TBD β check FIFA.com closer to tournament
Fan Zone
City Hall Plaza, Boston (~15β20 days confirmed, funding secured)
Exit Strategy
Commuter rail departs immediately after final whistle β be on the platform. Next train is 45 mins later. Don't miss it.
Cell Service & Apps
All carriers work in Boston. Cell service weak on the commuter rail to Foxborough β download everything beforehand.