FIFA Negotiates MGM Grand Garden in Las Vegas for 2026 World Cup Draw, Considering Washington, D.C. for Trump's Participation

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Published Apr 16, 2025, 03:11 PM

FIFA is currently in advanced negotiations with the MGM Grand Garden in Las Vegas to host the draw for the 2026 World Cup, which will take place in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The organization is considering Las Vegas as its preferred option, contingent on finding a suitable venue amid competing events, including Mariah Carey's holiday concerts and the National Finals Rodeo. Additionally, FIFA has discussed the possibility of holding the draw in Washington, D.C., to facilitate the participation of President Donald Trump.

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The Athletic | Football

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FIFA is in advanced negotiations with venues in Las Vegas to host the draw for the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico — but soccer’s world governing body has also discussed holding the event in Washington, D.C., if it made it easier for President Donald Trump https://t.co/HWdPuToFUp

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From @TheAthleticFC: FIFA is pursuing Las Vegas to host the draw for the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico — but also discussed holding the event in Washington, D.C., if it made it easier for President Trump to participate. https://t.co/mlDrilscQD

Jake Rohm

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President of FIFA, Gianni Infantino, here in DC for a special event at Audi Field. The FIFA Club World Cup will have three matches at Audi Field this summer! Hear from Infantino, & see the unveiling of the FIFA Club World Cup trophy tonight on @DCNewsNow! @FIFACWC @FIFAcom https://t.co/Qb30wNt16c