The 2026 FIFA World Cup is more than a sporting event; it is a huge money maker. As the tournament takes place in 16 cities in the United States, Canada and Mexico it is expected to make a lot of money $80.1 billion in total economic output worldwide. This is according to a study by FIFA and the World Trade Organization. Some economists are not sure what the exact impact will be. It is clear that the World Cup will make a lot of money from people spending money on things like hotels, food and transportation. A Tournament of Unprecedented Scale The World Cup is bigger this year with 48 teams and 104 matches which's why it will make so much money. This means that more people will come to watch the games; about 6.5 million people are expected to attend, including 2.6 million from other countries. These visitors will spend around $14 billion on things like hotels, food and transportation. People visiting from countries will stay for about 12 days and spend around $416 per day. The ...