FIFA reports 9 million visitors at 2026 World Cup
The International Football Federation (FIFA) revealed record-breaking figures for the 2026 World Cup, hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, with over 9 million visitors. The tournament lasted 39 days, featuring 104 matches held across 645 venues, involving 1,248 players and attracting more than 6.8 million fans. Additionally, over 300,000 individuals were approved to participate, including 43,000 volunteers, 73,000 security personnel, and 2,500 staff members from the federation representing 104 nationalities. The report also highlighted the success of media coverage, supported by the Dallas broadcasting center with five thousand cameras and the production of more than 24,000 media materials. Fan festivals drew over nine million visitors, and communication strategies via WhatsApp and email were used to help fans stay informed about the tournament's events.
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