Updated
Updated · Mission Local · Jun 11
SFMTA Launches Muni Goal Rush, Extends Service for 4 Late-World Cup Matches
Updated
Updated · Mission Local · Jun 11

SFMTA Launches Muni Goal Rush, Extends Service for 4 Late-World Cup Matches

2 articles · Updated · Mission Local · Jun 11

Summary

  • Muni Goal Rush launches June 11, letting fans collect transit stamps at World Cup events and enter to win prizes.
  • SFMTA is also extending service past midnight for the Bay Area’s four late-night matches, adding bus shuttles from Fourth and King to Union Square with stops along the 45 Union-Stockton route.
  • The transit push comes as the Bay Area prepares to host six World Cup matches from June 13 to July 1 during the tournament’s expanded 48-team, 104-match format.
  • San Francisco is pairing the service boost with free public watch parties and fan marches, while more than 100 bars and restaurants are expected to join World Cup festivities citywide.

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