City leaders recently provided updates on the economic and infrastructural impacts of the 2026 World Cup matches scheduled to take place in North Texas. It is estimated that hosting four matches will generate approximately $415 million for the area. Additionally, the city has agreed to invest $37 million in temporary seating to accommodate the event. These preparations are part of broader efforts to gear up for the World Cup, which is expected to attract millions of fans and significant financial benefits to the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) metroplex in 2026. This anticipation aligns with the growing popularity of soccer in America, with projections suggesting that by the time of the World Cup, soccer will be a major sporting event in the country, and the U.S. could be a top contender.
Millions of fans and hundreds of millions of dollars are expected to descend on the DFW metroplex in 2026 when FIFA brings the World Cup that summer, according to projections shared by city leaders on Tuesday. https://t.co/XsRXtybwEn
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City planners gear up for World Cup 2026 matches in North Texas https://t.co/i5K7d9JbmQ
According to the update from city leaders Tuesday, it is estimated that four matches will bring in approximately $415 million to the area. Economic projections for nine matches is still to be determined. https://t.co/AaA67MXO5X
The city agreed to spend $37 million on temporary seats for the 2026 World Cup. Here's what that will look like https://t.co/7cF5yuY2W6