Trending Now - American Express Partners With NFL and Expands Sports Initiatives

WHO:

American Express (global payments and premium lifestyle brand)

Elizabeth Rutledge (Chief Marketing Officer at American Express)

Ron VanDeVeen (President and CEO of MetLife Stadium)

Nana-Yaw Asamoah (Chief Commercial Officer of AMB Sports and Entertainment)

AMB Sports and Entertainment (AMBSE, part of the Blank Family of Businesses)

Atlanta Falcons (NFL team)

Atlanta United (MLS team)

National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) team (set to begin play in 2028)

WHAT:

American Express will be the Official Payments Partner of:

MetLife Stadium

New York Jets

New York Giants

Mercedes-Benz Stadium

Atlanta Falcons

Atlanta United

Future NWSL team in Atlanta

American Express will offer exclusive access, value, and experiences for Card Members.

Benefits include:

Access to Amex Presale Tickets® (while supplies last)

Statement credit on qualifying concession purchases

Dedicated Card Member entry or fast-lane access

Mercedes-Benz Stadium will join the American Express Venue Collection™.

Eligible Card Members can access benefits at Mercedes-Benz Stadium starting on March 7, 2026.

The partnership includes in-stadium visibility during home games and year-round storytelling across digital, broadcast, and social channels.

WHERE:

New York/New Jersey metropolitan area

Atlanta metropolitan area

MetLife Stadium (home of the New York Jets and New York Giants)

Mercedes-Benz Stadium (home of the Atlanta Falcons and Atlanta United)

WHEN:

New partnerships announced on March 4, 2026.

Benefits at Mercedes-Benz Stadium available starting on March 7, 2026.

NWSL team set to begin play in 2028.

WHY:

To enhance the fan experience through exclusive benefits and meaningful experiences.

To create value for customers across sports and entertainment.

HOW:

Through long-term partnerships and integrated branding across team platforms.

By providing exclusive offers and experiences for American Express Card Members.

On March 4, 2026, American Express announced a new partnership that designates them as the Official Payments Partner for MetLife Stadium, home of the New York Jets and Giants, as well as Mercedes-Benz Stadium, where the Atlanta Falcons and Atlanta United play. Card Members will enjoy exclusive benefits, including access to Amex Presale Tickets, statement credits on qualifying purchases, and dedicated entry at these venues, with benefits at Mercedes-Benz Stadium starting March 7, 2026. This collaboration aims to enhance the fan experience across the New York/New Jersey and Atlanta metropolitan areas, while also providing in-stadium visibility and year-round storytelling.