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MetLife Stadium

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

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

MetLife Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, in the New York metropolitan area. Opened in 2010, it replaced Giants Stadium and is the home field of the New York Giants and New York Jets of the National Football League. It is among the largest stadiums in the league by capacity.

History

MetLife Stadium opened in 2010 as a replacement for Giants Stadium, which had served as the home of the New York Giants and New York Jets since 1976. The stadium was originally known as New Meadowlands Stadium before a naming-rights agreement with MetLife, Inc. took effect in 2011. The construction cost was reported to be about US$1.6 billion, making it one of the most expensive stadiums in the United States at the time.

Design and capacity

The stadium is a large open-air venue with a seating capacity of about 82,500. It was built to serve major American football games as well as concerts and other large events. The design incorporates a bowl-shaped structure with two tiers of seating, and the field is natural grass. The stadium is part of the Meadowlands Sports Complex in East Rutherford, about five miles west of New York City.

Tenants and events

MetLife Stadium is the shared home of the New York Giants and New York Jets, both of the National Football League. In addition to NFL games, the stadium has hosted major sporting and entertainment events, including concerts, international soccer matches, and the 2014 Super Bowl XLVIII. It is also used for college football and other large gatherings.

Location and significance

Located at the Meadowlands Sports Complex in East Rutherford, New Jersey, MetLife Stadium is about five miles west of New York City. Its size and role as the home of two NFL teams make it a major venue in the New York metropolitan area. The stadium is jointly owned by the Giants and Jets, and its address is 1 MetLife Stadium Drive.

Key facts

  • Located at the Meadowlands Sports Complex in East Rutherford, about five miles west of New York City.
  • Opened in 2010 and replaced Giants Stadium.
  • Serves as the home stadium for both the New York Giants and New York Jets.
  • Has a seating capacity of about 82,500, making it one of the largest NFL stadiums.
  • Was reported to have cost about US$1.6 billion to build and was one of the most expensive stadiums in the United States at the time.

Frequently asked 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.
When did MetLife Stadium open?
It opened in 2010.
How many people does MetLife Stadium hold?
Its capacity is about 82,500.
What did MetLife Stadium replace?
It replaced Giants Stadium.

References

  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.