American Express Expands Sports Partnerships with MetLife and Mercedes-Benz Stadiums

The credit card company will become the official payments partner for multiple teams and venues in New York and Atlanta.

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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American Express is expanding its presence in sports and entertainment through a series of long-term partnerships with major stadiums and professional teams in the New York/New Jersey and Atlanta markets. The company will become the Official Payments Partner of MetLife Stadium, the New York Jets, the New York Giants, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, the Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta United and Atlanta's newly awarded National Women's Soccer League expansion team.

Why it matters

The new partnerships further cement American Express' role as a leading payments partner in sports and entertainment, allowing the company to provide exclusive benefits and experiences for its cardholders at some of the busiest venues in the country.

The details

As part of the deals, both MetLife Stadium and Mercedes-Benz Stadium will join the American Express Venue Collection, offering eligible American Express Card Members access to a range of benefits including presale tickets, statement credits on concession purchases, and other exclusive experiences. The partnerships will focus on improving the overall fan experience at the stadiums.

  • The MetLife Stadium perks are expected to launch ahead of the 2026 NFL season.
  • Card Members will begin accessing the Mercedes-Benz Stadium benefits during the upcoming spring event season.

The players

American Express

A multinational financial services corporation that provides credit cards, charge cards, and other payment and banking products and services.

MetLife Stadium

A sports stadium located in East Rutherford, New Jersey, that is home to the New York Giants and New York Jets NFL teams.

Mercedes-Benz Stadium

A multi-purpose stadium located in Atlanta, Georgia, that is home to the Atlanta Falcons NFL team and Atlanta United FC soccer team.

New York Giants

A professional American football team based in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

New York Jets

A professional American football team based in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

Atlanta Falcons

A professional American football team based in Atlanta, Georgia.

Atlanta United FC

A professional soccer team based in Atlanta, Georgia that plays in Major League Soccer.

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What they’re saying

“Recognizing the importance of sports and music fandom we are creating even more value for our customers across moments that matter to them through these new partnerships.”

— Elizabeth Rutledge, Chief Marketing Officer at American Express (Press Release)

“We value American Express' customer-first philosophy, and we look forward to a wonderful collaboration that will enhance the fan experience through exclusive benefits and meaningful experiences that American Express is renowned for.”

— Ron VanDeVeen, President and CEO of MetLife Stadium (Press Release)

“American Express is one of the world's most respected brands, known for service, innovation and putting customers first. Those values align perfectly with our commitment to delivering world-class experiences at Mercedes-Benz Stadium and across our teams.”

— Nana-Yaw Asamoah, Chief Commercial Officer of AMB Sports and Entertainment (Press Release)

What’s next

The new American Express benefits are expected to launch at MetLife Stadium ahead of the 2026 NFL season and at Mercedes-Benz Stadium during the upcoming spring event season.

The takeaway

These new partnerships demonstrate American Express' continued investment in providing exclusive sports and entertainment experiences for its cardholders, further solidifying its position as a leading payments partner in the industry.