Miami is confirmed as a host city for the 2026 World Cup, while Fort Lauderdale is not. Despite this, Fort Lauderdale officials have been asked to allocate $350,000 in taxpayer funds for marketing during the event. Mayor Dean Trantalis raised concerns about the funding, emphasizing that the games are in Miami Gardens, not Broward County. Ticket sales have fallen due to fears among international fans regarding travel to the U.S. created by the travel ban, which exempts athletes but not fans from targeted countries, potentially impacting attendance.
Fort Lauderdale has received a request to dedicate $350,000 in taxpayer dollars to help brand the city during the 2026 World Cup, despite not being a host venue.
Mayor Dean Trantalis questioned the contribution, noting that actual games will be hosted at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, not in Broward County.
Ticket sales for the World Cup have decreased as international fans are concerned about attending events in the United States due to fears stemming from the travel ban.
The travel ban does not provide exceptions for fans from targeted countries, raising concerns about attendance at the World Cup despite exceptions for athletes.
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