Fans have reacted strongly after a major decision ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The tournament will take place across the United States, Canada, and Mexico this summer.
As preparations continue, organisers have started to reveal key operational plans for several venues. One of those decisions has caught attention immediately.
For decades, football fans in the United States have enjoyed tailgating before games. Supporters gather outside stadiums, cook food, and build an atmosphere hours before kick-off.
It is part of the American culture. However, that tradition will not feature at one of the biggest venues of the tournament.
As per The Sun, officials have confirmed that fans attending matches in New Jersey will not have access to parking. This change removes any possibility of tailgating around the stadium.
The impact goes beyond just pre-match rituals. Around 80,000 fans will attend each game at the venue.
Every supporter will need to rely on public transport, including trains, buses, and rideshare services. There will be no alternative.
This will mark the largest event ever held at the stadium without parking facilities. Organisers now face a tight timeline to ensure transport systems can handle the pressure.
The plan depends heavily on smooth operations. Authorities expect the Meadowlands transport network to run without disruption throughout the tournament.
Any issues could create major delays for fans trying to reach or leave the stadium. MetLife Stadium will host eight matches during the World Cup, including the final.
Fans have not held back in their reaction. One fan was in disbelief, not just because of no tailgating but also for no parking. For a massive event like the World Cup final, this is astonishing.
So, MetLife Stadium has hosted several high-profile events. But the World Cup final is expected to be the biggest of them all. But fans are outraged due to this decision.
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