FTA funds $100 million for FIFA World Cup transit systems
On March 3, 2026, U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced that the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) is investing $100.3 million in public transit systems in host cities preparing to welcome millions of fans during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The funding will ensure communities can expand transit options to meet increased demand for services around stadiums.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup Funding will support planning, capital and operating expenses supporting matches and other public events held in U.S. host cities, while also requiring transit agencies to obligate these funds within one fiscal year of the close of the event.
“(The U.S. Department of Transportation) is doing its part to ensure the United States is ready to host the most spectacular World Cup in history,” said Duffy. “We’re proud to partner with host cities to provide fans with a seamless travel experience that will be part of the memories they cherish from attending these historic games.”
