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MetLife Stadium transforming for FIFA World Cup 2026 matches. Here's how.

MetLife Stadium, which hosts its first match of the World Cup this Saturday, has undergone a transformation.

Jun 10

Knicks owner James Dolan cancels watch party outside MSG, Mamdani says

Knicks fans who hoped to go to an NBA Finals Game 4 watch party outside of Madison Square Garden on Wednesday had to make alternate plans.

Jun 11

World Cup Fans To Pay $150 For NJ Transit Gameday Tickets

Transportation concerns spark ahead of World Cup in N.J.

NJ Transit riders were hit with more delays and cancellations during the Tuesday evening rush, raising questions about whether the system is ready to handle the thousands expected to attend the matches.

Jun 10

Mayor Mamdani And Governor Hochul Make FIFA World Cup Announcement

Guide to NYNJ Men's World Cup watch parties and fan zones

The 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup is front and center in New York and New Jersey, where there are plenty of free watch parties and events happening.

Jun 12

Bo Bichette #19 of the New York Mets walks to the dugout after striking out during the eighth inning of the game against the St. Louis Cardinals at Citi Field on June 09, 2026 in New York City.

Cardinals blank Mets 7-0 for 5th straight win

Alec Burleson powered the surging St. Louis Cardinals to a 7-0 victory over the New York Mets.

Jun 9

New York Yankees second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. (13) motions towards the Cleveland Guardians dugout after hitting a home run during the eighth inning of the Major League Baseball game between the New York Yankees and Cleveland Guardians on June 9, 2026, at Progressive Field in Cleveland, OH.

Chisholm's home run leading off the 8th gives Yankees 3-2 victory over Guardians

The New York Yankees defeated the Cleveland Guardians 3-2 on Tuesday night.

Jun 9

New York Knicks Fans Gather To Watch Game Three Of The NBA Finals Against San Antonio Spurs

Mamdani, Ben Stiller condemn violence against Spurs fans during NBA Finals

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and actor, director and die-hard Knicks fan Ben Stiller are among those speaking out against violence against San Antonio Spurs fans during the NBA Finals.

Jun 9

Norwegian bar in NYC pumped as national team returns to World Cup

A Nordic bar in Soho called KABIN is preparing to host Norway's loyal fans as they return to the tournament for the first time since 1998.

Jun 9

A $30,000 Helicopter Or $150 Train: World Cup Transit Is A Mess

770 free World Cup tickets will be given to N.J. residents

New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill announced the free tickets will go to certain groups, including National Guard members, pediatric hospital patients and healthcare workers, among others.

Jun 9

Crowd turns violent outside Knicks watch party at Bryant Park

The NYPD took more than 20 people into custody after a Knicks watch party in the area of Bryant Park became violent.

Jun 9

Knicks fans still confident despite Game 3 loss

The Knicks' 13-game win streak may be over, but fans still believe a championship title is on the horizon.

Jun 9

Wembanyama, Spurs hold off Knicks in Game 3 of NBA Finals

Victor Wembanyama had 32 points, eight rebounds and six assists in his first NBA Finals win, carrying the Spurs to a 115-111 victory over the Knicks in Game 3 on Monday night.