Rutgers Welcomes The World

⚽Celebrate the World Cup with Scarlet Pride!⚽

Rutgers Celebrates the Beautiful Game

Whether you were a first-time visitor or a local fan, Rutgers welcomed the 2026 FIFA World Cup™ with a dose of “RU Rah Rah!” spirit. From campus watch parties to engaging cultural events, the Rutgers community and the state of New Jersey came together to celebrate throughout this World Cup season.

• Official 2026 FIFA World Cup™ NYNJ Website

Information for Visitors

World Cup Matches Played on Rutgers Turfgrass

Ten of the 16 World Cup stadiums across the United States, Canada, and Mexico featured cool-season natural turfgrass varieties developed by Rutgers researchers.

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Senegal Trains at Rutgers University!

Senegal Men's National Soccer Team, finalists in the 2026 African Cup of Nations (AFCON), utilized Rutgers' world-class training facilities as their preparation hub during the 2026 FIFA World Cup™ in New Jersey this summer.

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Thank You for Visiting New Jersey!

International visitors are always welcome in New Jersey and at Rutgers University! Contact us to schedule a campus visit or attend a cultural event.

• Schedule a Visit to Rutgers University

Travel Information for Rutgers Visitors