World CupNJ Guide

Final time

What Time Is the 2026 World Cup Final?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup Final is scheduled for July 19, 2026. This guide uses 7:00 PM America/New_York as the planning time, but official kickoff time should be verified closer to the event.

Local time in New Jersey and New York

MetLife Stadium is in East Rutherford, New Jersey, which uses the same local time as New York City. In July, that is Eastern Daylight Time.

Timezone examples

LocationPlanning time
New York / New Jersey7:00 PM EDT
London12:00 AM BST, July 20
Jerusalem2:00 AM IDT, July 20
Los Angeles4:00 PM PDT
Chicago6:00 PM CDT
Miami7:00 PM EDT
Toronto7:00 PM EDT

Verify the official kickoff

Broadcast schedules, stadium entry windows, pre-match events, and security guidance may be different from the planning time shown here. Use the countdown as a planning tool, then verify with official sources before booking travel around exact timing.

Official-source reminder

Details may change before match day. Always verify with official sources before making travel plans.