FIFA, U.S. host cities, Rick Larsen
11 June 2026
U.S. host cities are facing growing frustration over World Cup costs, with local committees carrying expenses linked to transport, safety, security, fan zones and tournament logistics. FIFA is expected to collect most major revenue streams from the event.
The Athletic reports cities want clearer cost sharing, revenue participation and limits on obligations before future tournaments. The issue has intensified after high transport prices, public subsidies and criticism that taxpayers are absorbing costs while FIFA’s revenue surges.