LA Metro Connects Fans to FIFA World Cup Matches
Metro offers C Line service to SoFi Stadium for FIFA Club World Cup and 2026 World Cup matches
Metro Promotes Transit Access for FIFA Events
Soccer fans heading to SoFi Stadium for FIFA tournaments can skip traffic by taking Metro, transit officials said. The FIFA Club World Cup starts Sunday, June 15, with matches continuing through July 13, according to Metro's official blog. Exactly one year from today, on June 14, 2026, SoFi Stadium will host the U.S. Men's National Team's opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Los Angeles region will host eight total World Cup matches across SoFi Stadium and the Rose Bowl.
Historic Tournament Brings International Attention
The 2026 FIFA World Cup marks the first time 48 teams will compete in the tournament and the first World Cup hosted by three nations—the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Los Angeles previously hosted World Cup matches in 1994, including the final at the Rose Bowl. "We're thrilled to welcome the world to Los Angeles for these historic tournaments," Stephanie Wiggins, Metro CEO, said. "Metro is ready to provide safe, reliable, and convenient transportation options for fans traveling to and from the matches." The FIFA Club World Cup represents the first-ever 32-team format for that tournament.
Transit Access Details for Stadium
Fans can reach SoFi Stadium by taking Metro's C Line (Green) to Hawthorne/Lennox Station, where shuttle service connects to the venue. Officials haven't released specific shuttle schedules or service frequency for the FIFA events. Metro expects significant ridership increases during both tournaments, though specific projections weren't available. Standard Metro fares apply, and officials said they'll announce any special event pricing or service enhancements closer to the tournaments. The agency typically releases detailed operational plans several weeks before major events.
Timeline for Both Tournaments
The FIFA Club World Cup runs from June 15 through July 13, 2025, with the final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. The 2026 FIFA World Cup begins June 11, 2026, with SoFi Stadium's first match on June 14. The World Cup final will be held July 19, 2026, at MetLife Stadium. Officials said they'll release more details about Metro service schedules and enhancements as the events approach, though a specific timeline for when that information will be available wasn't provided.
Planning Your Trip to Matches
Transit officials encourage fans to plan ahead and allow extra travel time for both tournaments. Taking Metro can help riders avoid parking challenges and traffic congestion around SoFi Stadium on match days. Fans should check with station staff for schedule information or use Moovit for real-time updates on Metro routes serving the C Line. Officials said detailed operational plans will be finalized closer to each tournament.
