New signs hung up, covered at Gillette Stadium ahead of World Cup

TL;DR

Gillette Stadium is preparing for the 2026 World Cup with new signs covered up, likely hiding the temporary 'Boston Stadium' logo. Thousands of seats are being replaced ahead of the opening match between Haiti and Scotland.

Key points

Gillette Stadium is preparing for the 2026 World Cup.
New signs are covered, likely hiding the 'Boston Stadium' logo.
Thousands of seats are being replaced before the first game.
The opening match is between Haiti and Scotland.
South Station is offering round-trip tickets for visitors.

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We are nearly 30 days away from the 2026 World Cup, and Gillette Stadium is getting ready with new signs that have been covered up

All around Gillette, the stadium has had signs covered in white cloth, likely hiding the new “Boston Stadium” logo, which Gillette will be temporarily renamed.

Thousands of seats are also being replaced before the first game between Haiti and Scotland.

The state is currently preparing for the influx of people and visitors for the games. South Station is offering round-trip tickets and trips.

Foxborough is set to host 7 matches, including five group stage games, a Round of 32 match, and a quarterfinal. The full list below:

Match 5 – Saturday, 13 June 2026 at 21:00 ET, HAI v. SCO (Group C)
Match 18 – Tuesday, 16 June 2026 at 18:00 ET, IRQ v. NOR (Group I)
Match 30 – Friday, 19 June 2026 at 18:00 ET, SCO v. MAR (Group C)
Match 25 – Tuesday, 23 June 2026 at 16:00 ET, ENG v. GHA (Group L)
Match 61 – Friday, 26 June 2026 at 15:00 ET, NOR v. FRA (Group I)
Match 74 – Monday, 29 June 2026 at 16:30 ET, Round of 32
Match 97 – Thursday, 9 July 2026 at 16:00 ET, Quarter-Final

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Q&A

What changes are being made at Gillette Stadium for the World Cup?

Gillette Stadium is installing new signs covered in white cloth, likely concealing the temporary 'Boston Stadium' logo, and replacing thousands of seats.

When is the opening match of the 2026 World Cup at Gillette Stadium?

The opening match at Gillette Stadium will be between Haiti and Scotland, taking place nearly 30 days from now.

How is South Station preparing for the World Cup influx?

South Station is offering round-trip tickets and additional trips to accommodate the expected influx of visitors for the World Cup games.