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LA Metro Joins LASEC as Official Public Transit Provider for the Los Angeles World Cup 2026 Host City
As a host city supporter, the authority aims to provide eco-friendly transit to matches and events while mitigating traffic congestion.
June 9, 2025
The host city aims to reduce traffic congestion, minimize environmental impact, and ensure a seamless experience for local and international visitors by providing reliable public transit services.
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The Los Angeles Sports and Entertainment Commission (LASEC) recently announced that the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority is now a host city supporter and the official public transit provider for the 2026 Los Angeles World Cup.
The region is preparing to be the host city, welcoming eight matches for the FIFA World Cup in 2026. The partnership with the LA Metro shows a commitment to sustainability, innovation, and, in this case, fan-first experiences, which will provide attendees with a seamless journey to the heart of the action across the region.
“LA Metro’s partnership with the Los Angeles Sports & Entertainment Commission marks a major step forward in how we welcome the world to Los Angeles,” said Janice Hahn, LA metro board chair and county supervisor. “As the official public transit provider for the Los Angeles World Cup 2026 host city, LA Metro will help ensure that fans can get to these unforgettable events safely, sustainably, and seamlessly.”
The LA authority’s extensive network of buses and trains will play a pivotal role in connecting local and global fans to the games, official fan zones, hotels, and cultural landmarks.
The host city aims to reduce traffic congestion, minimize environmental impact, and ensure a seamless experience for local and international visitors by providing reliable public transit services.
“LA Metro is delighted to be teaming up with the Los Angeles Sports & Entertainment Commission as the official public transit provider for the Los Angeles World Cup 2026 host city,” said Stephanie Wiggins, CEO of at LA Metro. “We are committed to leveling up our public transit system in the next few years — not just for these big events, but for all Angelenos to use and enjoy for decades to come. We look forward to working with LASEC to support our region and all the people who call LA County home.”
LA Metro Gears Up for Future Major Events
To ensure fans have a seamless experience during all these events, the LA authority will launch a dynamic public awareness campaign to educate the public and promote the use of public transportation.
This milestone partnership is part of the authority’s larger transit-first vision as Los Angeles gears up for a once-in-a-generation convergence of sports and entertainment, culminating in the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
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