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USA Today
06-05-2025
- Business
- USA Today
FIFA says World Cup, Club World Cup could bring $47B in economic impact to US
FIFA says World Cup, Club World Cup could bring $47B in economic impact to US Show Caption Hide Caption 15-year-old soccer star Cavan Sullivan has lofty goals with USMNT One of America's most promising young soccer stars Cavan Sullivan has sights set on the 2026 World Cup and beyond. Sports Pulse FIFA estimates its next two summer tournaments – primarily hosted in the United States – will generate $47 billion in economic impact and provide 290,000 jobs in the country, with $62 billion in gross domestic product globally, the soccer governing body said in a news release this week. FIFA and the World Trade Organization (WTO) Secretariat released two studies to showcase potential socioeconomic impact in the U.S. and globally from this summer's Club World Cup 2025 and next summer's World Cup 2026. The Club World Cup could help generate up to $21.1 billion in global GDP, including $9.6 billion in the U.S. It could also generate $17.1 billion in gross output and unlock $3.36 billion in social benefits across the U.S., while supporting the creation of approximately 105,000 full time equivalent (FTE) jobs. World Cup 2026 could help drive up to $40.9 billion in GDP, with $8.28 billion in social benefits and the creation of nearly 824,000 jobs globally. Specifically for the U.S., OE estimates 185,000 FTE jobs could be created, with $30.5 billion in gross output and $17.2 billion in GDP. The analysis also estimates 3.7 million fans will attend Club World Cup matches this summer, while 6.5 million people are expected to attend World Cup matches in 2026. FIFA says the studies aim to capture both tangible and intangible benefits through structured and comprehensive analysis that includes direct, indirect and induced contributions. The studies were developed by OpenEconomics (OE), an independent body that supports institutions and companies in designing policies and investment projects. The analysis adopts both the Impact Analysis methodology and Social Return on Investment (SROI) methodology aligned with Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) guidelines, to evaluate the value generated relative to the investments made. To provide a comprehensive picture, the analysis uses an inter-country social accounting matrix (SAM) with a breakdown into 45 productive sectors and 76 different countries. Key data comprised of international benchmarks from organizations such as the World Bank, OECD, ILOSTAT, UNECE, WTO and UNWTO. The same methodology has been applied across both reports. When is the 2025 Club World Cup, 2026 World Cup? The 2025 Club World Cup begins with Lionel Messi and Inter Miami on center stage against Egyptian club Al Alhy on June 14 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. The final will be July 13 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Club World Cup matches will also be hosted in Atlanta, Charlotte, Cincinnati, Los Angeles, Orlando, Nashville, Philadelphia, Seattle and Washington D.C. The World Cup begins June 11, 2026 and ends with the final at MetLife Stadium July 19, 2026. World Cup games in the U.S. will be played in Atlanta, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Miami, Philadelphia, Seattle and near the Boston, Los Angeles and San Francisco areas. World Cup games will also be played in Guadalajara, Mexico City and Monterrey in Mexico, and Toronto and Vancouver in Canada.
USA Today
10-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
FIFA Club World Cup host cities to receive $1M each for future soccer projects
FIFA Club World Cup host cities to receive $1M each for future soccer projects Show Caption Hide Caption 15-year-old soccer star Cavan Sullivan has lofty goals with USMNT One of America's most promising young soccer stars Cavan Sullivan has sights set on the 2026 World Cup and beyond. Sports Pulse FIFA Club World Cup host cities will each receive $1 million from the soccer governing body to support community soccer projects in the future, the organization announced Thursday. Atlanta, Charlotte, Cincinnati, Los Angeles, Miami, Nashville, New York/New Jersey, Orlando, Philadelphia, Seattle and Washington D.C. will host Club World Cup games, and benefit from FIFA's "legacy contributions" intended to help build small community-focused pitches and leave an impact following this summer's tournament. "This is a symbol and a sign that we want to do something for the community because one of the things that strikes me here in North America, and this has to change, is that there are not enough facilities to play soccer in the right environment," FIFA President Gianni Infantino said in a press release. 'So, to give something, to contribute in building something in the areas of the (host) cities ... that is most needed, is something that we have to do. It is our responsibility and I hope that many will follow us in this." The 2025 Club World Cup begins with Lionel Messiand Inter Miami on center stage against Egyptian club Al Alhy on June 14 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. The Club World Cup final will be July 13 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The tournament features 32 of the best soccer club teams from around the world, with the winner taking home at least $125 million of a $1 billion prize pool to be awarded. Consider it a precursor to the 2026 World Cup, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico from June 11-July 19, 2026. FIFA also announced last week its expectation that both tournaments will generate $47 billion in economic impact and provide 290,000 jobs in the country, with $62 billion in gross domestic product globally in the next two summers. Infantino also announced last week first responders to the January wildfires in the Los Angeles area will each receive two tickets, up to 30,000 tickets total, to attend Club World Cup games at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California.
USA Today
29-03-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
MLS schedule: TV and Apple streaming info for soccer games this weekend
MLS schedule: TV and Apple streaming info for soccer games this weekend Show Caption Hide Caption 15-year-old soccer star Cavan Sullivan has lofty goals with USMNT One of America's most promising young soccer stars Cavan Sullivan has sights set on the 2026 World Cup and beyond. Sports Pulse A bit more than a month into the 2025 MLS season — the milestone 30th in league history — a number of surprise teams have emerged as the second enters its second month of play. Here are five that stand out, so far: ➤ Charlotte FC — Are coming off a 4-1 demolition of former U.S. national team coach Bruce Arena's San Jose Earthquakes. Charlotte's only blemish so far is a 1-0 loss to Inter Miami on March 9. ➤ Chicago Fire FC — Former USMNT coach Gregg Berhalter might have this sleeping giant finally in its proper place among the league's elite. ➤ Nashville SC — Former USMNT interim coach B.J. Callaghan has this team off to its best start since joining MLS, with its most impressive victory a 3-1 statement against … ➤ Philadelphia Union — The Union were coming off a 2024 season in which they failed to reach the playoffs, ending a six-year postseason streak. The team fired longtime coach Jim Curtin and hired former St. Louis City coach Bradley Carnell. Heading into 2025, soccer football pundits didn't have high expectations for the Union. Well, they are the co-leaders in the Supporters' Shield race with … ➤ Vancouver Whitecaps FC — While their fellow MLS Canadian clubs appear to be early Wooden Spoon candidates, the Whitecaps have been a huge surprise. The biggest shocker of all was a Concacaf Champions Cup upset of Liga MX powerhouse CF Monterrey. MLS Matchday 6: What are this weekend's games? (All games available on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV.) Saturday Sunday MLS game of the week: Inter Miami vs. Philadelphia Union Date and time: Saturday at 7:30 p.m. ET Saturday at 7:30 p.m. ET TV/streaming info: MLS Season Pass It's still very early in the season, but Saturday's Eastern Conference showdown at Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, features two of the top five teams in the current Supporters' Shield standings. To the surprise of many, it's the Philadelphia Union who are co-pacing the 30-team field through five games played. The Union's hot start has been fueled by surprise early season Golden Boot candidate Tai Baribo, who leads the league with six goals. Inter Miami is off to a strong start — as expected — and successfully navigating Concacaf Champions Cup play, too (speaking of which, they have a first leg of a quarterfinal in Los Angeles against two-time Champions Cup/League finalist LAFC on Wednesday). Lionel Messi only has appeared in two MLS games so far this season but has been a factor, scoring a goal and assisting on two others for undefeated Miami. Messi's status for Saturday's game is TBD. Where can you watch MLS games? All Major League Soccer games air on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV. Some select games are available for free on Apple TV and viewers only need an Apple ID to watch. In a major push to reach more viewers this season, Comcast Xfinity and DirecTV customers can subscribe and watch MLS Season Pass through the TV providers, while T-Mobile users will be able to access MLS Season Pass for free. FOX Sports will air select games on linear television. This week, St. Louis City vs. Austin FC airs on FOX. MLS betting odds: Who is favorite to win 2025 championship? According to BetMGM, Inter Miami CF (+333) is the current favorite to win the 2025 league championship, followed by Los Angeles FC (+700), Vancouver Whitecaps (+1400), Columbus Crew (+1400) and New York Red Bulls (+1600). MLS 2025 season key dates
USA Today
22-03-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Mexico vs. Panama: Where to watch Nations League final, TV channel, live stream
Mexico vs. Panama: Where to watch Nations League final, TV channel, live stream Show Caption Hide Caption 15-year-old soccer star Cavan Sullivan has lofty goals with USMNT One of America's most promising young soccer stars Cavan Sullivan has sights set on the 2026 World Cup and beyond. Sports Pulse A new Concacaf Nations League champion will be crowned when Mexico faces Panama on Sunday in the final at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. Both teams will be looking to win the competition for the first time, with the United States emerging victorious on all three previous occasions. But Panama's shock 1-0 win over the U.S. in the semifinal ensured that a new team will win the competition in 2024-25. Cecilio Waterman scored a dramatic 94th-minute winner on Panama's only shot on target of the game, giving Los Canaleros a 1-0 victory and seeing them advance to the final. Watch Mexico vs. Panama on Paramount+ They will face El Tri in the showpiece, with Raúl Jiménez scoring a brace against Canada to seal a 2-0 win in the other semifinal. This game will be a rematch of the 2023 Gold Cup final, which Mexico won 1-0 after an 88th-minute winner from Santiago Giménez. The most recent meeting between these teams was the 2024 Nations League semifinal, which Mexico easily won 3-0. Here is everything you need to know ahead of the match. Mexico vs. Panama (Concacaf Nations League final) When: Sunday, March 23 Sunday, March 23 Where: SoFi Stadium (Los Angeles, California) SoFi Stadium (Los Angeles, California) Time: 9:30 p.m. ET 9:30 p.m. ET Channel/streaming: Paramount+ (WATCH LIVE), Univision, TUDN, ViX (Watch on Prime Video) We occasionally recommend interesting products and services. If you make a purchase by clicking one of the links, we may earn an affiliate fee. Pro Soccer Wire operates independently, though, and this doesn't influence our coverage.
USA Today
20-03-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
USMNT vs. Panama: Concacaf Nations League semifinal live coverage
USMNT vs. Panama: Concacaf Nations League semifinal live coverage Show Caption Hide Caption 15-year-old soccer star Cavan Sullivan has lofty goals with USMNT One of America's most promising young soccer stars Cavan Sullivan has sights set on the 2026 World Cup and beyond. Sports Pulse The U.S. men's national team faces one of its biggest tests before the 2026 World Cup on Thursday, as a do-or-die Concacaf Nations League semifinal against Panama will be one of the team's only full-strength competitive tests in the coming months. While this summer's Gold Cup will surely be the top test for head coach Mauricio Pochettino, a conflict with the FIFA Club World Cup may deprive the USMNT of several key players whose clubs will have no obligation to release them for national team duty. There is also something of a grudge match feel for this Nations League battle stemming back to last summer's Copa América. A nightmare 2-1 loss for the USMNT ended the Gregg Berhalter era, and a long-standing tendency for this matchup to get physical ended with Tim Weah receiving a red card after lashing out at Panama's Roderick Miller. Under new management, the USMNT will be hoping to keep its composure and get some revenge, which will set up a trip to the Nations League final on Sunday against either Mexico or Canada (those sides play later Thursday night). A loss, however, would add to the trepidation over a supposed golden generation's ability to handle high-pressure situations. Follow along with Pro Soccer Wire for live updates of this Concacaf Nations League semifinal between the USMNT and Panama: Chris Richards did well to step up and help Musah out of an 8th-minute jam, but turned his back to some serious Panamanian pressure. Cristian Martínez pounced, stripping the Crystal Palace center back and bursting into the box. The USMNT was not ready collectively, but Tyler Adams — as he tends to do — got on his horse to shut the danger down with a timely block. Pochettino's solution to Robinson's surprise absence is fielding Musah at right back. That means Scally has switched to the left side, while McKennie (who was an option to slot in for Robinson on the back line) is pushing aggressively forward from central midfield. Panama, meanwhile, has rolled out a 5-4-1 formation, but is maintaining a mid-block rather than parking the bus. We're underway at SoFi Stadium as the USMNT and Panama battle for a spot in the Concacaf Nations League final. This figures to be an abrasive game on the field, but with this massive NFL stadium maybe 20% full right now, we might not be looking at a cauldron in terms of atmosphere. The U.S. enters this match with significant absences in the squad. Folarin Balogun, Ricardo Pepi, and Malik Tillman are out with injuries, while Sergiño Dest has only just returned for PSV after a torn ACL suffered in 2024. Compounding the issue, the USMNT announced on Tuesday that Antonee Robinson, Johnny Cardoso and Auston Trusty all withdrew from the roster with health issues. The USMNT has a 18W-7D-3L record all-time against Panama, but has won just six of the last 13 meetings. That includes a penalty shootout loss in the 2023 Gold Cup semifinal and a group-stage defeat at the 2024 Copa América. USMNT manager Mauricio Pochettino appears to have approached the absence of Antonee Robinson by following the example of Juventus and deploying midfielder Weston McKennie at left back. That said, Pochettino could just as easily deploy Yunus Musah at right back, with Joe Scally moving over from his more preferred right back spot. That has opened the door for Lyon's Tanner Tessmann to join Tyler Adams and Musah or McKennie in the midfield, while Josh Sargent — effectively the last man standing in an injury-hit pool of strikers — will lead the line. Captain Tim Ream will make some history as the oldest player to start a competitive match for the USMNT in nearly 31 years. For Panama, head coach Thomas Christiansen will field an 11 build around some veteran know-how and Pumas UNAM midfielder Adalberto "Coco" Carrasquilla. Date: Thursday, March 20 Thursday, March 20 Time: 7 p.m. ET 7 p.m. ET Location: SoFi Stadium (Inglewood, Calif.) SoFi Stadium (Inglewood, Calif.) TV: Univision, TUDN (both Spanish only) Univision, TUDN (both Spanish only) Streaming: Paramount+ Watch USMNT vs. Panama on Paramount+
