Silicon Valley begins countdown to next year's World Cup - San Jose Spotlight
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Santa Clara is excited about the upcoming FIFA World Cup, with key events planned for 2026. A countdown ceremony was held to mark one year until the tournament, featuring a youth soccer clinic and community engagement efforts. City officials stress the importance of fostering a legacy of belief in children's futures, while preparations include significant renovations to Levi's Stadium to meet FIFA standards. The Bay Area Host Committee aims to involve residents in the festivities, regardless of whether they attend games, reflecting the historic impact of the World Cup on local soccer communities.
Let's make sure that when the world looks at Santa Clara, they're not just seeing a host city, but a community that never stopped believing in its children's future.
Today is a really good example of what you can expect. We want to make sure that we have ... a way for people in the community to feel like they're part of the World Cup, even if they're not coming to a game.
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