Preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup are moving forward across multiple venues, with significant developments at MetLife Stadium and other host locations.

A labor union has filed a complaint alleging that FIFA's accreditation process for World Cup workers poses privacy risks, specifically claiming that data sharing practices could put SoFi Stadium workers at risk of being targeted by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The complaint highlights concerns about how worker information is collected and shared as part of FIFA's credentialing requirements.

Meanwhile, New Jersey Transit has reduced World Cup train ticket prices to MetLife Stadium following public criticism. Round-trip tickets were lowered from $150 to $105 after NJ Transit secured additional funding from private sponsors, according to reports. The price reduction addresses earlier backlash over the high cost of transportation to World Cup matches.

At MetLife Stadium itself, FIFA is undertaking a major engineering project to install natural grass pitches for the tournament. The effort represents the culmination of a decade of research and months of cultivation, as the venue typically uses artificial turf for NFL games. This grass installation is part of FIFA's broader infrastructure requirements being implemented across North American host cities.

The 2026 World Cup will be jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, with matches scheduled across multiple cities and venues throughout the region.