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As fans flock to SoFi and watch parties, Metro ridership gets major boost during World Cup
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk Libby Rainey , as published by LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio)
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the increase in Metro ridership during the World Cup are available from local sources, including information about fan events and transportation options in the Los Angeles area.
In Los Angeles , public transit has seen a significant increase in ridership due to the World Cup. Thousands of fans are opting to use Metro to attend events. This surge in ridership is notable in a city known for its car-centric culture.
Fans are flocking to watch parties and SoFi, with many choosing public transportation as their mode of travel. Further details about the increase in Metro ridership during the World Cup are available from local sources, including information about fan events and transportation options in the Los Angeles area.
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Category: local Published: June 23, 2026 Source: LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? In Los Angeles, public transit has seen a significant increase in ridership due to the World Cup. Thousands of fans are opting to use Metro to attend events. This surge in ridership is notable in a…
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