Ecuador Fans in NYC: World Cup 2026 Guide

Jackson Heights and the best Ecuadorian restaurants and bars for the June 25 match vs Germany at MetLife Stadium.

Ecuador Fans in NYC: World Cup 2026

Ecuador has one of the most passionate football cultures in South America, and New York City has a large Ecuadorian community — particularly along Roosevelt Avenue in Jackson Heights. The Ecuador vs Germany fixture at MetLife on June 25 will be one of the most anticipated group-stage matches in the region.

Ecuador at MetLife Stadium

June 25, 2026 — Ecuador vs Germany, MetLife Stadium

Ecuador vs Germany Guide

Full match guide for June 25 at MetLife.

FIFA Tickets

Official sales for Ecuador matches.

Resale Market

Secondary tickets when official inventory tightens.

The best neighborhood: Jackson Heights, Queens

Jackson Heights has one of the largest Ecuadorian populations in the United States. Roosevelt Avenue and surrounding streets are lined with Ecuadorian restaurants, bakeries, and bars. Take the 7 train from Midtown — it runs directly through Jackson Heights.

Best venues for Ecuador match watching

Top venues near the Ecuadorian community in Queens

La Herradura — Jackson Heights, Queens
Pachanga Patterson — Jackson Heights, Queens
El Sitio — Jackson Heights, Queens
Blend Astoria — Jackson Heights, Queens
Pollos a la Brasa Mario — Jackson Heights, Queens

Ecuadorian food in Jackson Heights

Jackson Heights has excellent Ecuadorian food — seco de pollo, llapingachos, caldo de patas, and fritada. Many of these restaurants will screen the Ecuador matches, making them a better match-day option than a generic sports bar.

Where to stay

Hotels Near Jackson Heights

Stay in the Ecuadorian community for the full match-day experience.

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Hotels Near MetLife Stadium

Closest option for the June 25 Ecuador vs Germany match.