Boston is one of the marquee host cities for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and Gillette Stadium in Foxborough will stage seven matches, including a quarterfinal on July 9. Eight nations are scheduled to play here, among them France and England, so the region will see world-class soccer from the middle of June into July. This Gillette Stadium World Cup guide gives you the full match list, the smartest way in by public transit, and where to gather in the city on match days.
The venue, officially branded Boston Stadium for the tournament, sits about 30 miles south of downtown Boston, so getting there takes a little planning. The good news is that the MBTA runs special match-day commuter rail service straight to the gates, and the official FIFA Fan Festival downtown gives fans without tickets a free place to watch every game on the big screen.
Here is your scannable schedule, transit plan, and fan-zone map for the World Cup in Boston.
⚡ Quick tip: Print the free Boston World Cup schedule PDF or open the full Boston host-city guide for fixtures, fan experience details, and stadium policies.
Gillette Stadium 2026 World Cup Matches at a Glance
Gillette Stadium hosts five group-stage matches, one Round of 32 game, and one quarterfinal. All kickoff times below are listed in Eastern Time, the local Boston clock. Knockout opponents are confirmed once the group stage finishes.
| Date | Matchup | Round | Kickoff (ET) | TV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Jun 13 | Haiti vs Scotland | Group C | 9:00 PM ET | FS1 |
| Tue, Jun 16 | Norway vs Iraq | Group I | 6:00 PM ET | FS1 |
| Fri, Jun 19 | Scotland vs Morocco | Group C | 6:00 PM ET | FOX |
| Tue, Jun 23 | England vs Ghana | Group L | 4:00 PM ET | FOX |
| Fri, Jun 26 | France vs Norway | Group I | 3:00 PM ET | FS1 |
| Mon, Jun 29 | Winner Group E vs 3rd Place A/B/C/D/F | Round of 32 | 4:30 PM ET | FOX/FS1 |
| Thu, Jul 9 | Quarterfinal: TBD vs TBD | Quarterfinal | 4:00 PM ET | FOX |
Nations Playing at Gillette Stadium
Eight national teams are scheduled to appear in Foxborough across the seven Boston matches. Tap any nation for its full 2026 World Cup schedule.
Getting to Gillette Stadium: Transit and Parking
Gillette Stadium is at 1 Patriot Place in Foxborough, roughly 30 miles south of downtown Boston. The match-day train is the easiest option, since stadium lots fill early and driving back into the city after a full house can be slow.
- Match-day train: The MBTA runs special-event commuter rail service to Foxboro Station, which drops fans steps from the gates. This is the recommended route.
- Driving: The trip from Boston takes about 45 minutes without traffic and longer around kickoff.
- Parking: Stadium lots are extensive but fill early and require pre-purchase, so plan ahead or take the train.
- Stadium policies: Expect a clear-bag policy, airport-style security screening, and cashless concessions, in line with FIFA venue standards.
🚂 Transit alert: Match-day Foxboro commuter rail runs on a special-event timetable, separate from the regular MBTA schedule. Check times on game day, buy your ticket early, and arrive with a buffer, because trains fill quickly before kickoff and after the final whistle.
Boston FIFA Fan Festival at City Hall Plaza
If you do not have a match ticket, the official FIFA Fan Festival is the place to be. Boston is hosting it at City Hall Plaza, the city’s central civic gathering space in the heart of downtown.
- Location: City Hall Plaza, downtown Boston.
- Entry: Free general admission.
- Hours: Open on match days during the group stage, June 12 to June 27, 2026.
- What to expect: Live broadcasts of every match on large screens, cultural performances, interactive installations, and local food vendors.
- Getting there: City Hall Plaza sits directly above the MBTA Government Center Station on the Green and Blue lines.
Hours and programming can change, so confirm the latest details on the official Boston FIFA Fan Festival website before you head out.
Where to Watch in Boston on Match Days
Beyond the Fan Festival, Boston is a strong soccer town with plenty of places to catch a game. Use these pointers to plan a watch party without a stadium ticket.
- City Hall Plaza Fan Festival: The main public watch zone, with the biggest screens and tournament atmosphere.
- Downtown and the North End: Traditional pubs and sports bars cluster within a short walk of Government Center and Haymarket.
- Seaport and Fenway areas: Larger sports bars with multiple screens are a good bet for marquee fixtures.
- Arrive early for big games: England vs Ghana and France vs Norway will pack venues, so claim a seat well before kickoff.
More 2026 World Cup Resources
- Boston host-city schedule and fan experience guide
- All 16 host city schedules
- Eastern Time (ET) schedule hub
- Full match times for every US time zone
- Printable 48-team World Cup pickem sheet
- Live 2026 World Cup standings
- Master roster directory with printable squad PDFs
- 2026 FIFA World Cup central hub
Boston World Cup FAQ
How many World Cup matches are in Boston?
Gillette Stadium in Foxborough hosts seven 2026 World Cup matches: five group-stage games, one Round of 32 match on June 29, and a quarterfinal on July 9.
Where is the Boston World Cup stadium?
Matches are played at Gillette Stadium, branded Boston Stadium for the tournament, at 1 Patriot Place in Foxborough, about 30 miles south of downtown Boston.
What is the best way to get to Gillette Stadium?
Take the MBTA special-event commuter rail to Foxboro Station on match days, which drops fans steps from the gates. Stadium parking lots fill early and require pre-purchase, so the train is the recommended option.
Where is the Boston FIFA Fan Festival?
The official Fan Festival is at City Hall Plaza in downtown Boston, above the Government Center MBTA station. Entry is free, and it is open on match days during the group stage from June 12 to June 27, 2026.
Which teams play in Boston?
Eight nations are scheduled at Gillette Stadium: France, England, Norway, Scotland, Haiti, Iraq, Morocco, and Ghana, plus the knockout teams confirmed after the group stage.
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