The Washington area would have a strong case to host men’s World Cup matches in 2026. But first, the United States, along with bidding partners Mexico and Canada, must win the rights to host the soccer spectacle.
So as part of a bid that they will submit to FIFA early next year, organizers have sent requests for information (RFIs) to 34 U.S. locations — and 44 areas across the three countries overall — to gauge interest in hosting games.
Elliott Ferguson, president and chief executive of Destination DC, which markets the city, said he expects Washington to move forward in pursing World Cup matches.