Events at Gillette Stadium
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Football at Gillette Stadium
Gillette Stadium, Boston
Gillette Stadium is located in Foxborough, Massachusetts. A historic venues at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, carrying memories of the 1994 tournament and the final World Cup goal of Diego Maradona's career. Home to the six time Super Bowl champions New England Patriots and MLS side New England Revolution, it hosts seven matches in the 2026 World Cup.
Stadium Overview
Gillette Stadium opened in 2002 in Foxborough, Massachusetts, located 25 miles south of Boston. It has a World Cup capacity of 65,000 and is the permanent home of the New England Patriots and New England Revolution. The stadium replaced the old Foxboro Stadium and features the distinctive lighthouse tower at its main entrance which has become a landmark. The adjacent Patriot Place retail and entertainment complex makes the surrounding area great for pre and post-match activities.
About Gillette Stadium Tickets
Seven World Cup matches are scheduled at Gillette Stadium. The region hosted six matches at the 1994 FIFA World Cup, including Italy's round of 16 win over Nigeria and their quarter-final victory over Spain, and was the last venue to witness Diego Maradona score a World Cup goal. Events include NFL games, MLS matches, college football and major concerts throughout the year. The Patriot Place complex adjacent to the stadium features dozens of restaurants, bars and retail outlets an on site Renaissance Hotel provides accommodation for visiting fans and extensive parking and coach access make travel convenient.
Seating Guide
Gillette Stadium's open air bowl wraps tightly around the pitch and generates a strong atmosphere on all four sides. The lower bowl sideline sections offer the closest views of the pitch. The club level provides premium covered seating with lounge access and excellent central pitch perspectives. The upper tier delivers good elevated views across the full width of the pitch, with the lighthouse tower visible on the stadium's western facade. Family friendly sections are available in the lower bowl and accessible seating is distributed across all levels.
Frequently Asked Questions
Commuter rail services operate between South Station in Boston and Foxborough on match days, approximately 45 minutes. Coach shuttle services will also be available from Boston city centre during the World Cup. Driving via Interstate 95 is the most common route, with large parking facilities on site.
