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Why MetLife Got the Final | Las Vegas Raiders News
The 2026 World Cup final landed at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, despite its notorious fan logistics and distance from the city — a surprising choice over Las Vegas’ dazzling Allegiant Stadium. Though Vegas’ $2 billion venue sits right on the Strip, its NFL-only field couldn’t meet FIFA’s pitch specs without a $100M upgrade, making the deal financially unviable. It’s a stark reminder of how exacting global sporting events can be — and why, for now, MetLife got the final whistle. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on…
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