Get ready, Arlington! We've officially signed the deal to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This means big changes are coming to our city as we gear up for this massive global event.
At a glance
Declining — being discussed less frequently. 0 mentions in the last 30 days, 2 the 60 before.
Expect a huge economic boost from tourism and related spending, but also be prepared for potential infrastructure costs.
Local businesses, hotels, restaurants, and anyone looking to experience the global excitement of the World Cup will likely see benefits.
No groups negatively affected
Arlington Formalizes FIFA Agreement for 2026 World Cup Costs City of Arlington (.gov)
Who's footing the FIFA World Cup bill? NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth
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