MEADOWLANDS CHAMBER AND MEADOWLANDS LIVE! CONVENTION VISITORS BUREAU: FIFA WORLD CUP 26™ TO BE HELD AT METLIFE STADIUM IN EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY

MEADOWLANDS, NEW JERSEY, FEBRUARY 4^th, 2024 – “The Meadowlands has been hosting the world’s most notable events for more than 50 years.  That tradition continues with FIFA’s announcement that MetLife Stadium will be host to the FIFA World Cup 26™ Final!  Under Governor Phil Murphy, New Jersey proved its commitment by assembling a talented team to secure this huge win and we are so proud to have been selected,” said Jim Kirkos, Meadowlands Chamber & Meadowlands Convention and Visitors Bureau President and CEO.  “I am certain that FIFA has great confidence in the FIFA World Cup 26™ NYNJ Host Committee.

“We will most certainly provide a warm welcome and a fabulous experience to visitors from all over the globe as they visit the Meadowlands region for FIFA World Cup 26™.  The Meadowlands knows how to do big things, and our destination is bigger and better than ever filled with fabulous dining, incredible retail and attractions and a wide array of entertainment that will delight the millions of visitors the FIFA World Cup 26™ generates. Bring it on!”

About the Meadowlands Chamber & Convention and Visitors Bureau

The Meadowlands Chamber has a membership of more than 1,100 businesses and advocates for both economic and destination development.  The MC plays a crucial role in attracting major events to the region such as 2014 Super Bowl, and it continues to lead the public debate surrounding issues that will affect the growth of the region as well as the quality of life.  For more information, please visit www.meadowlands.org or call 201-939-0707.  To visit the CVB website, please visit www.mlcvb.com.