Seattle scores as FIFA World Cup host city

Tuesday, 18 Jun, 2022 0

Seattle’s hospitality industry is cheering the news it will be a host city for the FIFA World Cup 2026.

The announcement was made by FIFA l during a live, international broadcast.

Seattle is one of 16 cities across North America selected by FIFA to host matches .

Beth Knox, President & CEO for the Seattle Sports Commission and SEA 2026 Bid Committee Co-Chair, said: “Our city has been preparing for this moment for over a decade, laying the groundwork with previous FIFA bids.”

The United Bid Committee estimates that 2026 host cities will collectively generate more than £4 billion in short-term economic activity, and 40,000 jobs will be supported.

Tammy Blount-Canavan, President & CEO at Visit Seattle, said: “The announcement represents one of the most significant moments in Seattle’s proud history.”

“Our sales team and hotel partners are leading an extraordinary feat to secure over 10,000 hotel rooms on peak nights across the region – which ultimately had a pivotal role in our selection as one of the host cities.”

The FIFA World Cup 2026 will be a 48-team tournament hosted by the three North American nations – both firsts for a FIFA World Cup.

An announcement on the number of matches, and the rounds Seattle will host, is expected in June 2023.

Visit Seattle anticipates all hotels within a two-hour drive of Seattle will be fully utilised.

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