FOXBORO, Mass. (WBZ NewsRadio) — World Cup organizers have banned tailgating outside of Gillette Stadium, which will be called “Boston Stadium” for the tournament, during matches.
"Please note that the traditional "tailgating" (eating and drinking around parked cars) is not permitted for these events," Boston Host Committee for the FIFA World Cup said on their website and cited state law that prohibits open containers of alcohol in public spaces.
Tom from Foxboro told WBZ NewsRadio that the regulation is depriving an opportunity for fans to build excitement around the event.
“I think a lot of people are coming here planning to [tailgate] or at least experiencing the World Cup through that,” he said, adding that tailgating is a staple for attending a sports game at Gillette Stadium.
Tim added that the ritual is considered a part of a sporting event.
“The games in the parking lot, the barbeque, all that good stuff that goes along with it,” he continued.
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Parking lots around the stadium will also be reduced to accommodate 5,000 spots.
Meanwhile, a round-trip ticket on the Commuter Rail to Foxboro will cost fans $80.
Seven World Cup matches will be held at Boston Stadium from June 13 to July 9.
WBZ NewsRadio’s James Rojas (@JamesRojas.bsky.social) reports.