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(NEXSTAR) — The Big Apple is getting ready to host the final match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where the next world champion will be crowned on July 19, 2026.

The final match will be one of eight matches that will be played at MetLife Stadium during the tournament.

The City That Never Sleeps is no stranger to big events coming to the city, but the expanded field of the 2026 World Cup could mean a large influx of fans traveling to New York to experience the city’s culture.

During the summer of 2025, New York City caught a glimpse of what was to come in 2026 as they formed a pivotal part in hosting the FIFA Club World Cup. MetLi

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