North American host cities brace for record World Cup tourism

From Mexico City to Toronto, host cities are preparing for an unprecedented influx of visitors.

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31 May 2026 · 1 min read

North American host cities brace for record World Cup tourism

Cities across three countries are scaling transit, security and hospitality for the largest World Cup ever staged.

What's happening

Officials expect millions of cross-border trips over the tournament's six weeks.

Transport authorities are coordinating across jurisdictions rarely asked to operate as one.

Why it matters

The event is a stress test for North American cooperation well beyond the pitch.

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