BC Government News Release: Vancouver Named FIFA World Cup 2026 Official Host City

BC Government Release below:

FIFA has confirmed that Vancouver has been chosen as an official host city for the FIFA World Cup 2026.

This is the first time that FIFA Men’s World Cup matches will be played on Canadian soil, and the tournament is watched by billions of people around the world. This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to support the tourism sector, put the global spotlight on British Columbia and inspire the next generation of players.

Full news release and background available here: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2022TACS0037-000961

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