"Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara and Oracle Park in San Francisco appear among 49 venues across 35 cities in the official bid book, with selections narrowing to about 20 sites in coming years. This opportunity builds on the region's thriving women's sports scene, recognized in November as the top city for women's athletics in the U.S. by The Athletic. Bay FC shattered attendance records with over 40,000 fans at an August game in Oracle Park"
"Recent successes underscore the area's readiness, such as hosting the National Women's Soccer League championship on November 22 at PayPal Park in San Jose. Looking ahead, the 2026 Men's World Cup at Levi's Stadium brings exciting group stage action with Qatar facing Switzerland on June 13, Austria against Jordan on June 15, Paraguay versus a European playoff winner on June 18, Jordan meeting Algeria on June 22, and Australia challenging Paraguay on June 25, plus a round of 32 matchup on July 1."
The Bay Area is part of a joint US, Mexico, Costa Rica, and Jamaica bid to host matches for the 2031 FIFA Women's World Cup, the sole submission to FIFA for the expanded 48-team tournament. Forty-nine venues across 35 cities appear in the bid book, with about 20 final sites expected. Local momentum includes record Bay FC attendance and strong WNBA performance from the Golden State Valkyries, alongside hosting the NWSL championship at PayPal Park. The 2026 Men's World Cup and projected ticket revenues of at least $4 billion highlight significant economic and tourism opportunities for San Jose and surrounding communities.
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