New York commuters face a four-hour ban from Pennsylvania Station (Penn Station) before each World Cup match at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. NJ Transit confirmed the restriction, set to begin before every game, effectively closing the busiest station in the Northeast for critical pre-match travel windows. The plan aims to manage crowds by directing fans to alternative transit options like buses and ferries. MetLife Stadium is the primary venue for the 2026 World Cup matches in the New York area. This disruption threatens to paralyze Manhattan's core transportation hub during peak travel times, potentially delaying thousands of non-fans heading to work or other destinations. The impact on daily commuters could be severe, raising concerns about economic activity and regional mobility during the tournament.