FIFA Remains Sole Economic Winner of World Cup

The FIFA World Cup primarily benefits its organizer economically. Host cities attempt to match FIFA's gains, but often fall short due to limited spending commitments. The North American cities hosting the 2026 tournament experience modest hotel sector growth and targeted investments in transport, security, and stadium upgrades, representing a smaller scale compared to previous large expenditures.

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