NYNJ FIFA Chief on How Fans Can Get to MetLife Stadium for the Games

Summary

Alex Lasry, CEO of the NYNJ Host Committee for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, discusses transportation and fan experience plans for the eight matches at MetLife Stadium. He highlights a public transit-first mobility plan, including NJ Transit, bus shuttles, park-and-ride, and rideshare, with contingency measures. Lasry also notes that about 50% of fans will be international, driving an estimated $3 billion in economic impact.

• The NYNJ region will host eight World Cup matches at MetLife Stadium, including the final.
• Fan events will be held at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Queens.
• A public transit-first mobility plan will move 30,000-40,000 fans per match via NJ Transit.
• Additional transportation includes bus shuttles, park-and-ride, and rideshare from the Meadowlands Racetrack.
• Contingency plans exist for any transportation disruptions.
• Approximately 50% of attendees will be international travelers.
• The event is projected to generate over $3 billion in economic impact.
• Ingress and egress will be staggered with fan villages open before and after games.