The World Cup Spending Surge Is Real—Except in This Major Host City

Most World Cup host cities are seeing a noticeable bump in consumer spending. One city is still waiting for its share.

BY AMAYA NICHOLE, NEWS WRITER

Netherlands fans surround a Dutch Bros cafe during the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Houston, Texas. Photo: Getty Images

The FIFA World Cup has driven a substantial jump in restaurant spending in city after city—except for Kansas City.

Kansas City had initially........

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