Boston (Foxborough)
Home of the New England Revolution hosts seven matches including a quarter-final.
About Gillette Stadium
Gillette Stadium opened in 2002 and is the regular home of the New England Patriots (NFL), New England Revolution (MLS). For the 2026 FIFA World Cup the venue uses natural grass under a open roof, and has been adapted to FIFA's regulation 105m × 68m pitch dimensions. Hosts a quarter-final.
Boston sits in United States at an elevation of 36m, with a metropolitan population of roughly 4.9 million. During June and July 2026 — the World Cup window — average daytime highs in Boston sit at 27°C with overnight lows around 17°C and 90mm of average monthly rainfall, so kickoff timing has been planned around heat and broadcast windows.
International visitors typically fly into Boston Logan International (BOS). The city operates on EDT (America/New_York); convert any UTC kickoff time on this page using the kickoff converter — no signup required.
Gillette Stadium specifications
| Capacity (2026 WC config) | 65,878 |
| Year opened | 2002 |
| Surface | Natural grass |
| Roof | Open |
| Primary tenant | New England Patriots (NFL), New England Revolution (MLS) |
| Matches hosted | 7 (6 group, 4 knockout) |
| City elevation | 36 m |
| Metro population | 4.9 million |
| Nearest int. airport | Boston Logan International (BOS) |
| Time zone | EDT (America/New_York) |
| June/July avg high | 27°C |
| June/July avg low | 17°C |
| June/July avg rainfall | 90 mm |
Notable facts
- ·Hosts a quarter-final
- ·Located in Foxborough, ~25 miles southwest of Boston
- ·Field will be widened from NFL spec to FIFA-regulation 105m × 68m
World Cup 2026 fixtures at Gillette Stadium
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many World Cup 2026 matches are in Boston?
7 matches at Gillette Stadium during the 2026 FIFA World Cup — 6 in the group stage and 4 knockout fixtures.
What is the capacity of Gillette Stadium?
Gillette Stadium has a capacity of 65,878 for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. It opened in 2002, uses natural grass, and has a open roof.
Who is the regular tenant at Gillette Stadium?
New England Patriots (NFL), New England Revolution (MLS) use Gillette Stadium as their home venue outside of the World Cup window.
What is the weather like in Boston during the World Cup?
June/July averages in Boston: daytime high 27°C, overnight low 17°C, with ~90mm of average monthly rainfall. The venue's open roof and 36m elevation are both factors in match-day conditions.
What time zone does Boston use during the World Cup?
Boston uses EDT (America/New_York) during the World Cup period. The kickoff converter on this page renders every fixture in your local time.
What is the nearest airport to Gillette Stadium?
Most international visitors fly into Boston Logan International (BOS).
Does Gillette Stadium host any knockout matches?
Yes — Hosts a quarter-final.
Can I get fixtures for Boston via API?
Yes. Filter the matches endpoint by date, venue, or competition_id to get every fixture at Gillette Stadium, including UTC kickoff time, official capacity, lineups, in-match events, and odds.
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