USMNT’s Copa America match, presidential debate between Trump and Biden set to cause traffic chaos in Atlanta [Video]

The U.S. men’s national team’s Copa America clash with Panama and the presidential debate are expected to cause a traffic nightmare in Atlanta on Thursday, with both events taking place a few hours — and a few miles apart.

In anticipation of the unique doubleheader, the Atlanta Police Department issued a statement on Tuesday encouraging anyone who plans to be out and about in the city to plan ahead and take public transportation or use rideshare apps.

“If you are planning an evening out in Atlanta, for the game, dinner or any other of our offerings, we encourage you to plan ahead and anticipate limited parking and heavier than usual traffic,” the statement read in part. “There will be several road closures in the areas surrounding the debate and your route could be impacted. Give yourself extra time to reach your destination and plan for parking …