Gregg Berhalter: World Cup final in New York/New Jersey is ‘dream come true’

The U.S. Men’s National Team head coach spoke following Sunday's announcement of the host venues for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including MetLife Stadium as the site for the final.

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GREGG BERHALTER: It's great to finally learn where we will be for the group stage of the 2026 World Cup. It brings it to life, makes it exciting. And in truth, we would have been happy at any of the venues because we know the home support is going to be incredible in this World Cup.

To have the final in New York, New Jersey, is a dream come true for me, being from that area, and I'm sure for most people from that area. Another area with a rich tradition in soccer and producing players.

To think about when I was little going to watch the Cosmos and them selling out Giants Stadium, and now this stadium is going to host a World Cup Final. So it's really special.

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