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Thursday marks two years until the FIFA World Cup 26 comes to MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford.

Officials are anticipating a $2 billion boom for the local economies of New Jersey and New York City from the event.

The opening match kicks off on June 11, 2026, in Mexico City.

MetLife Stadium will host eight matches, including the final, which is scheduled for July 19.

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