Tailgating Expected To Be Banned At 3 NFL Stadiums During World Cup

Originally posted on The Spun | By Chris Rosvoglou | Last updated Apr 15, 2026 5:12 PM ET

Believe it or not, tailgating won't be allow at every match for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Several NFL stadiums will host World Cup games this summer, including AT&T Stadium in Dallas, MetLife Stadium in New Jersey and SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. It was reported this week, however, that tailgating won't be allowed at Arrowhead Stadium, Gillette Stadium and Lincoln Financial Field.

"FIFA does not have a formal policy that restricts tailgating (eating and drinking around parked cars in stadium areas)," a spokesperson told Fox News Digital. "However, site-specific restrictions may be imposed in alignment with host city public safety authorities in certain venues based on local regulations. Additional fan information for all FIFA World Cup 2026 matches will be communicated in advance of the tournament."

Gillette Stadium, the home of the New England Patriots, confirmed that "traditional tailgating" won't be permitted during World Cup events.

Nov 2, 2025; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; New England Patriots fans tailgate prior to the game against the Atlanta Falcons at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images© Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images.

World Cup prices are out of control.

Henry Bushnell of The Athletic reported last week that fans are accusing FIFA of changing its ticket maps for the World Cup after seats have been purchased.

“This story is unbelievable. FIFA changed the ticket maps to make everyone’s seats worse months after tickets were purchased with no recourse. I’ve seen some sports scams in my day but no one is doing it like FIFA. Generational. I’ll probably just check it out on TV,” ESPN’s Kevin Clark wrote on X.

As if that accusation wasn't bad enough, it was reported this week that NJ Transit ticket prices will be north of $100 for the World Cup.

“Current NJ Transit plans for return train from NY Penn Station to MetLife Stadium during World Cup are for tickets to be priced at over $100. Usual price is $12.90, making it more than a 7-fold increase for World Cup fans,” Adam Crafton reported on Tuesday.

It's fair to say the buildup to the World Cup hasn't gone as smooth as FIFA hoped it would.

This article first appeared on The Spun and was syndicated with permission.

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