Norway vs. Senegal June 22, 2026: MetLife Stadium Match-Day Plan
Norway vs. Senegal kicks off June 22, 2026 at 8 p.m. ET at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ — a Group I Matchday 2 tie at the 2026 final venue. Preview, getting there, kickoff, and the eSIM for North America.
Published June 20, 2026·5 min read
Summary
Norway vs. Senegal kicks off June 22, 2026 at 8 p.m. ET at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ — a Group IMatchday 2 tie at the venue that stages the July 19 final. Here's the preview, how to reach the stadium, and the one eSIM that covers all of North America on a single plan.
The match: Norway vs. Senegal, June 22 at MetLife
Per the confirmed fixture list, Norway and Senegal meet in their second Group I game at MetLife Stadium— the New York/New Jersey venue that will host the tournament final on July 19. It is the marquee Group I clash: Erling Haaland's Norway against a Senegal side ranked among Africa's best.
With France the group favorites, second place may well run through this result, so both sides will treat it as a near must-win. For team notes, see our Norway fan guide and Senegal fan guide. The group's other Matchday 2 tie, France vs. Iraq, plays earlier the same day in Philadelphia.
Match-day facts
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Date / kickoff | Mon, June 22, 2026 · 8 p.m. ET |
| Venue | MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ |
| Group | Group I, Matchday 2 (with France, Iraq) |
| Nearest airport | Newark (EWR), ~13 km; JFK / LGA also serve the area |
Getting to MetLife Stadium
MetLife has no parking-free shortcut, but transit is straightforward on match days: NJ Transitrail runs to Secaucus Junction, where you transfer to the Meadowlands shuttle train straight to the stadium. Full options — rail, the Port Authority bus, and rideshare — are in our MetLife getting-there guide, and the eat & stay guide covers where to base yourself across the metro.
eSIM vs roaming vs pocket Wi-Fi for World Cup travel
| Option | Cost | Setup time | Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|
| eSIM | Low | ~5 min (pre-install on Wi-Fi) | Excellent (local carrier) |
| Carrier roaming | High | Instant (already enabled) | Medium (partner-dependent) |
| Pocket Wi-Fi | Medium | Airport pickup / rental | Good (extra device to charge) |
Mobile tickets in the FIFA World Cup 26™ app, live shuttle times, rideshare back to Manhattan — a sold-out match runs on data, and stadium Wi-Fi buckles when 80,000-plus people share it. A North America eSIM keeps you online across the US, Canada, and Mexico on one plan, so an evening match and the trip back to the city need no SIM swap. From US$5 with Apple Pay, Google Pay, or card — details in the NY/NJ connectivity guide.
FAQ
QWhen and where is Norway vs. Senegal at the 2026 World Cup?
ANorway vs. Senegal kicks off June 22, 2026 at 8 p.m. ET at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. It is the New York/New Jersey venue that also stages the July 19 final.
QHow do I get to MetLife Stadium for the match?
AOn match days, NJ Transit runs rail to Secaucus Junction, where you transfer to the Meadowlands shuttle train straight to the stadium. Newark (EWR) is the closest airport, with JFK and LaGuardia also serving the area.
QWill Erling Haaland play for Norway against Senegal?
ANorway built their 2026 qualification around striker Erling Haaland, who is expected to lead the line. Senegal, one of Africa's strongest sides, make this one of the most attack-minded ties of Matchday 2.
QDoes my eSIM work in New Jersey and other US host cities?
AA North America eSIM covers the USA, Canada, and Mexico on local networks, so the same plan works at MetLife Stadium and follows you to every other host city. No SIM swap required between countries.
Bottom line
Norway vs. Senegal is the night's headliner at the final venue. Plan your route to MetLife, see the full day in our June 22 watch & travel guide, and grab a World Cup 2026 eSIM that covers every host city on one plan.