We’re less than 100 days from kickoff to the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the stakes are higher than ever — not just for soccer, but for the future of global events in the United States.

The World Cup will be the world’s most-watched sporting event, uniting billions of viewers and bringing millions of visitors to the U.S., and billions of dollars of economic impact. I’m proud to lead the team in New York-New Jersey, one of the 11 U.S. host cities tasked with hosting the games.

Unlike past mega-events, success here won’t be measured by attendance numbers or television ratings. This tournament is a showcase for sports and entertainment in America and will determine whether the United States remains the top destination for these events in the decade ahead.

The World Cup requires unprecedented coordination across federal, state, and local governments, private industry,........

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