Dallas to Host 2026 World Cup Broadcast Center

Dallas has been confirmed as the host city for FIFA's International Broadcast Center for the 2026 World Cup, which will be situated at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center. The center is expected to temporarily house 2,000 to 5,000 media members and will be the main broadcast hub for all matches. To prepare the site, Dallas City Council has approved up to $15 million in upgrades, despite ongoing plans to demolish and rebuild the convention center, a project expected to be completed by 2029. The announcement underscores Dallas's status as a global sports city, with Mayor Eric Johnson highlighting the event's potential to showcase the city's culture and hospitality. In addition to the broadcast center, Dallas will host nine World Cup matches, including a semi-final, and a fan festival at Fair Park. The city's involvement ensures a significant role in the tournament, which will be held across 16 cities in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.