FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 2, 2025
MARTA READY TO DELIVER WORLD-CLASS SERVICE FOR 2025 FIFA CLUB WORLD CUP
Let MARTA Drive to Matches, Citywide Events
ATLANTA – The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) is proud to welcome soccer fans from around the world for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, one of this summer’s most anticipated global sporting events. With decades of experience moving large crowds safely and efficiently, MARTA stands ready to transport fans to these high-profile matches.
“MARTA is one of the only transit systems in the world that offers direct access to the airport, with a train station inside the concourse,” said MARTA General Manager and CEO Collie Greenwood. “Soccer fans can go from the plane to the train to their hotel seamlessly and let MARTA drive them easily to and from the matches and other Club World Cup festivities around the city.”
MARTA has a strong track record supporting high-profile sporting events. From three Super Bowls, College Football Playoff National Championship games, and NCAA Final Four matches, to regular Falcons, Hawks, and Atlanta United games, MARTA consistently proves itself as the backbone of Atlanta’s event infrastructure, and for many is an essential part of the gameday experience.
As it does for all major sporting events downtown, MARTA will beef up operations. For the six Club World Cup matches this summer, MARTA will operate additional trains before and after the games, including a pre-game shuttle train that will run between Five Points and GWCC Stations. For the latest information, visit MARTA’s FIFA Club World Cup 2025 page here.
MARTA Transit Ambassadors will be stationed throughout the system to assist customers, Load and Go teams will be on rail platforms to help move passengers on and off trains, and MARTA Police officers will be deployed systemwide to ensure a safe and secure ride. Below is the schedule of matches set to take place at Mercedes-Benz Stadium this summer:
- Monday, June 16, 3 p.m.: Chelsea FC (England) vs. LAFC (United States)
- Thursday, June 19, 3 p.m.: Inter Miami CF (United States) vs. FC Porto (Portugal)
- Sunday, June 22, 9 p.m.: Manchester City (England) vs. Al Ain FC (United Arab Emirates)
- Sunday, June 29, 12 p.m.: Round of 16 match
- Tuesday, July 1, 9 p.m.: Round of 16 match
- Saturday, July 5, 12 p.m.: Quarterfinal match
The Five Points Transformation Project will have no impact on transit service for Club World Cup. All rail service and rail transfers will operate as scheduled and street-level access to the station and downtown bus service is available on Forsyth Street.
Planning is also well underway for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with MARTA preparing to expand service to accommodate the expected influx of visitors for the eight matches hosted in Atlanta. MARTA is actively engaged with FIFA, the Atlanta Sports Council, and is a participating member of the multi-agency FIFA World Cup Coordination Group, which includes transit agencies from all host cities. This collaboration allows for strategic planning on critical issues such as budgeting, safety, and volunteer deployment.
MARTA will also roll out its better Breeze fare payment system before the 2026 FIFA World Cup. With this upgrade, customers will be able to tap their credit cards, smartphones, or smartwatches to pay their fare, making it especially convenient for visitors.
Atlanta’s World Cup celebration extends beyond the stadium. The City of Decatur recently announced a monthlong Decatur WatchFest26, conveniently located above Decatur rail station. MARTA will be the ideal way for fans to access WatchFest26 and other regional fan events throughout the tournament.
LET MARTA DRIVE YOU TO CLUB WORLD CUP MATCHES & EVENTS:
- Take the train to GWCC or Vine City Stations for direct access to Mercedes-Benz Stadium, the Home Depot Backyard, State Farm Arena, and GWCC.
- Customers can access the all-new trip planner to find real-time bus and rail arrival and trip cancellation information.
- Download the MARTA On the Go app and follow @MARTAservice on Twitter for real-time service alerts.
- Download Breeze Mobile 2.0 to purchase fare directly on your phone and skip the line at the Breeze vending machines.
- Download See & Say 2.0 to report suspicious activity.
- Check rail station parking availability.
- Public restrooms are available at 16 rail stations. SMART restrooms are open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. at Decatur, Doraville, East Point, H.E. Holmes, Lindbergh, and GWCC rail stations.
- Due to construction, Five Points Station may be accessed on Forsyth Street only. Restrooms and customer services at Five Points are temporarily closed.
STAY CONNECTED:
- MARTA Customer Service - 404-848-5000
- Social Media - @MARTAservice & @MARTAtransit
- Website – www.itsmarta.com
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