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MetLife Stadium

MetLife Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, in the New York metropolitan area.

Updated August 1, 20261 min readCited sources

MetLife Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, that opened in 2010. It serves as the home field for both the New York Giants and New York Jets of the NFL.

What it is

MetLife Stadium is a large open-air venue with a seating capacity of about 82,500, making it one of the biggest stadiums in the NFL. It was built at a reported cost of US$1.6 billion and replaced the older Giants Stadium at the Meadowlands Sports Complex.

Key details

The stadium is jointly owned by the New York Giants and New York Jets. It was originally called New Meadowlands Stadium before a naming-rights deal with MetLife. Beyond NFL games, it hosts concerts and other major events.

Why it matters

Located about five miles west of New York City, MetLife Stadium is a central venue in the New York metropolitan area. Its size and shared tenancy make it a unique and significant facility in professional sports.

In short

  • Opened in 2010, replacing Giants Stadium.
  • Home to both the New York Giants and New York Jets.
  • Capacity of about 82,500, among the largest NFL stadiums.
  • Cost about US$1.6 billion to build.

Quick questions

Where is MetLife Stadium located?
It is in East Rutherford, New Jersey, at the Meadowlands Sports Complex.
Which teams play at MetLife Stadium?
The New York Giants and New York Jets both use it as their home stadium.
How many people does MetLife Stadium hold?
Its capacity is about 82,500.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MetLife_Stadium
    Supports: Location, opening year, former stadium replacement, home teams, approximate cost, and capacity.
  2. StadiumDB — https://stadiumdb.com/stadiums/usa/meadowlands_stadium
    Supports: Capacity, location, inauguration date, cost, and tenant teams.
  3. Simple English Wikipedia — https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/MetLife_Stadium
    Supports: Location, opening date, shared home teams, and replacement of Giants Stadium.