‘Excited but wary’: fans in the 16 host cities share their hopes and fears before the World Cup
Summary
The 2026 World Cup will be held in 16 cities across Canada, Mexico, and the USA, featuring 104 matches. Some local fans express excitement but also concerns about high ticket prices, low local enthusiasm, and challenges with transportation and event organization.Key Facts
- The 2026 World Cup will take place in 16 cities across three countries: Canada, Mexico, and the USA.
- There will be 104 matches played during the tournament.
- Ticket prices are very high, making it difficult for some families to attend games live.
- Some cities, like Atlanta, show little interest in the World Cup due to cost and lack of promotion.
- Transportation and parking near stadiums, such as in Foxborough near Boston, are expected to be challenging.
- Despite concerns, some fans look forward to the tournament and hope it will inspire enthusiasm once it begins.
- A pre-tournament friendly match between Brazil and France was well attended, showing some local support.
- The expanded format and additional games aim to generate more revenue but may result in less exciting early matches.
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