An inside look at Dallas-Fort Worth's last-ditch efforts to bring the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final to Arlington

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An inside look at Dallas-Fort Worth's last-ditch efforts to bring the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final to Arlington
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WFAA unveiled the Dallas-specific logo Thursday morning during Daybreak.

Local officials met one last time with FIFA executives on Tuesday before the federation decides which North American city will host the 2026 World Cup Final., but securing the last game of the tournament, and the maximum number of contests, would be an unprecedented boon to the local economy, analysts say.

The Texas Rangers run to the world series gives Arlington another opportunity to prove it can host sports' biggest events. The visiting FIFA officials can't ignore it.Some estimates suggest the World Cup will generate more than $400 million for the region and create roughly 3,000 jobs. Securing the matches also offers cities a rare opportunity to promote themselves on a global stage.

FC Dallas president Dan Hunt envisions using Choctaw Stadium and Globe Life Field to host concerts on the days before the matches. Texas Live, the area's premiere entertainment venue, would also host thousands of fans for food, drinks, and music. Arlington's rapidly-developing entertainment district is key to local leaders' pitch. There are three major stadiums basically across the street from each other.

The World Series and next year's MLB All-Star Game will serve as test-runs that help leaders develop better transportation strategies ahead of 2026.

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