FIFA World Cup Boosts Boston Economy and Local Sentiment

WHO:

NBC Boston - Gov. Maura Healey stated, "We showed that we can handle big events and do great things."

NBC Boston - Brian McDonald, bar manager at The Dubliner, expressed willingness to host another tournament, stating, "I think we would do it all over again now."

NBC Boston - Brian McDonald, bar manager at The Dubliner, expressed willingness to host another tournament, stating, "I think we would do it all over again now."

NBC Boston - Gov. Maura Healey stated, "We showed that we can handle big events and do great things."

NBC Boston - Miguel Cura, a World Cup Boston volunteer, said, "It's just an experience of a lifetime."

NBC Boston - Chip Goines, a longtime "No Boston Olympics" advocate, acknowledged the city's success in hosting the event.

NBC Boston - Gov. Maura Healey stated, "We showed that we can handle big events and do great things."

CBS News - Randy Ford, owner of J. Gilligan's Bar & Grill, reported sales four to five times more than normal due to the World Cup.

NBC Boston - Gov. Maura Healey stated that Massachusetts successfully hosted a major international event.

NBC Boston - Chantal Arias, an MBTA rider, shared her positive commuting experience during the World Cup.

NBC Boston - Eva Bruno, a server at The Dubliner, expressed gratitude for the support from international visitors.

NBC Boston - Miguel Cura, a World Cup Boston volunteer, described the experience as life-changing.

NBC Boston - Chip Goines, a longtime "No Boston Olympics" advocate, acknowledged the city's success in hosting the event.

CBS News - Randy Ford, owner of J. Gilligan's Bar & Grill, reported unprecedented sales during the World Cup.

CBS News - Arlington Mayor Jim Ross noted the positive economic impact on local businesses.

CBS News - Brent DeRaad, Arlington Convention and Visitors President, provided economic impact estimates.

WGBH - Casey Leonard, a local resident, shared her thoughts on the city's welcoming atmosphere during the World Cup.

WGBH - Justin Cardarelli, a local resident, highlighted the popularity of the World Cup among newcomers to soccer.

WHAT:

NBC Boston - The World Cup in Greater Boston featured seven matches, with the last match being a draw between France and Morocco.

CBS News - Arlington's hotel revenue reached a record $31 million in June, surpassing the previous record of $23 million.

CBS News - The economic impact for each of the first eight matches in Arlington ranged from $18 million to $24 million, with a total estimated economic impact of $160 million from the FIFA World Cup so far.

WGBH - The FIFA Fan Fest in Boston's City Hall Plaza attracted over 100,000 visitors during the World Cup.

NBC Boston - The World Cup in Greater Boston featured seven matches, with the last match being a draw between France and Morocco.

CBS News - Arlington's hotel revenue reached a record $31 million in June, surpassing the previous record of $23 million.

WGBH - The FIFA Fan Fest in Boston's City Hall Plaza attracted over 100,000 visitors during the World Cup.

CBS News - Arlington Mayor Jim Ross stated that the economic impact for each of the first eight matches has been in the range of $18 million to $24 million, with a total estimated economic impact of $160 million from the FIFA World Cup so far.

CBS News - J. Gilligan's Bar & Grill owner Randy Ford reported sales four to five times more than normal due to the World Cup.

WGBH - The World Cup in Greater Boston featured seven matches, with the last match occurring on a Thursday.

CBS News - Arlington Mayor Jim Ross stated that the economic impact for each of the first eight matches has been in the range of $18 million to $24 million, with a total estimated economic impact of $160 million from the FIFA World Cup so far.

WGBH - The World Cup in Greater Boston featured seven matches, with the last match occurring on a Thursday.

NBC Boston - The Dubliner experienced its biggest week ever in sales during the World Cup, with Scottish football fans reportedly drinking beer faster than on St. Patrick's Day or during a sports championship.

CBS News - Arlington's hotel revenue reached a record $31 million in June, surpassing the previous record of $23 million.

CBS News - Official figures on restaurant sales during the World Cup will be released at a later date.

NBC Boston - The World Cup in Greater Boston featured seven matches, with the last match occurring on a Thursday.

CBS News - Arlington's hotel revenue reached a record $31 million in June, surpassing the previous record of $23 million.

CBS News - The economic impact for each of the first eight matches in Arlington ranged from $18 million to $24 million.

WGBH - The scoreless draw between Ghana and England elicited a euphoric response from Ghanaians in Massachusetts.

CBS News - Arlington Mayor Jim Ross stated that the economic impact for each of the first eight matches has been in the range of $18 million to $24 million.

CBS News - J. Gilligan's Bar & Grill owner Randy Ford reported sales four to five times more than normal due to the World Cup.

CBS News - Arlington's hotel revenue reached a record $31 million in June, surpassing the previous record of $23 million.

CBS News - J. Gilligan's Bar & Grill helped more than 1,300 fans get to Dallas Stadium with a shuttle service.

NBC Boston - The FIFA World Cup featured seven matches in Greater Boston, transforming the city.

NBC Boston - The Dubliner experienced its biggest week ever in sales during the World Cup.

CBS News - Arlington estimates an economic impact of $160 million from the FIFA World Cup.

CBS News - Hotel revenue in Arlington reached a record $31 million in June.

CBS News - The economic impact for each of the first eight matches in Arlington ranged from $18 million to $24 million.

WGBH - The World Cup brought over 100,000 visitors to the FIFA Fan Fest in Boston's City Hall Plaza.

WGBH - The scoreless draw between Ghana and England elicited a euphoric response from Ghanaians in Massachusetts.

WHERE:

WGBH - The FIFA Fan Fest was held at Boston's City Hall Plaza, attracting over 100,000 visitors.

WGBH - The FIFA Fan Fest was held at Boston's City Hall Plaza, attracting over 100,000 visitors.

WGBH - The FIFA Fan Fest was held at Boston's City Hall Plaza, attracting over 100,000 visitors.

WGBH - The FIFA Fan Fest was held at Boston's City Hall Plaza, attracting over 100,000 visitors.

NBC Boston - The events took place in Greater Boston, including Foxborough and Boston Stadium.

CBS News - J. Gilligan's Bar & Grill is located in Arlington.

CBS News - Arlington is mentioned as a city benefiting from the World Cup.

WGBH - The FIFA Fan Fest was held at Boston's City Hall Plaza.

WHEN:

Georgia Public Broadcasting - Atlanta is set to host its last 2026 FIFA World Cup soccer game on July 15.

Georgia Public Broadcasting - Atlanta is set to host its last 2026 FIFA World Cup soccer game on July 15.

CBS News - The record hotel revenue in Arlington was reported for June.

WGBH - The last World Cup match at Gillette Stadium occurred on a Thursday.

WHY:

NBC Boston - Gov. Maura Healey stated, "We showed that we can handle big events and do great things," reflecting on the successful hosting of the World Cup.

CBS News - Arlington Mayor Jim Ross expressed hope that the World Cup would create long-term economic benefits, stating, "The impact of the World Cup isn't just a 30-day period where we have nine matches being played here in Arlington. The impact extends well beyond that because we have an opportunity with the World Cup to develop tremendous relationships."

NBC Boston - Gov. Maura Healey stated, "We showed that we can handle big events and do great things," reflecting on the successful hosting of the World Cup.

NBC Boston - Miguel Cura, a World Cup Boston volunteer, noted that meeting fans from around the world changed perceptions about the United States, stating, "Some people have some preconceived ideas about the United States through politics... and once they were here, they felt amazing."

NBC Boston - Miguel Cura, a World Cup Boston volunteer, noted that meeting fans from around the world changed perceptions about the United States, stating, "Some people have some preconceived ideas about the United States through politics... and once they were here, they felt amazing."

Georgia Public Broadcasting - The excitement around the England team may have raised Atlanta's profile in the 2026 World Cup, as there was no pathway for the U.S. team to play any of its games in Atlanta's stadium.

NBC Boston - Gov. Maura Healey stated, "We showed that we can handle big events and do great things."

NBC Boston - Chip Goines, a longtime "No Boston Olympics" advocate, acknowledged the city's success in hosting the event, stating, "It was good to know that Boston, when they're committed, they can get events like this done."

CBS News - Mayor Jim Ross expressed hope that the World Cup would create long-term economic benefits, stating, "The impact of the World Cup isn't just a 30-day period where we have nine matches being played here in Arlington. The impact extends well beyond that because we have an opportunity with the World Cup to develop tremendous relationships."

CBS News - Arlington Mayor Jim Ross expressed hope that the World Cup would create long-term economic benefits, stating, "The impact of the World Cup isn't just a 30-day period... The impact extends well beyond that."

NBC Boston - The World Cup was seen as an opportunity to change perceptions about the United States among international visitors.

CBS News - Mayor Jim Ross expressed hope that the World Cup would create long-term economic benefits for Arlington.

HOW:

CBS News - J. Gilligan's Bar & Grill provided a shuttle service that helped more than 1,300 fans get to Dallas Stadium during the World Cup.

CBS News - J. Gilligan's Bar & Grill helped more than 1,300 fans get to Dallas Stadium with a shuttle service during the first eight matches.

CBS News - J. Gilligan's Bar & Grill helped more than 1,300 fans get to Dallas Stadium with a shuttle service.

NBC Boston - The MBTA provided smooth commuting experiences for fans attending the matches.

CBS News - J. Gilligan's Bar & Grill offered a shuttle service to Dallas Stadium for fans.

The World Cup in Greater Boston wrapped up with seven matches, culminating in a draw between France and Morocco. Arlington's hotel revenue soared to a record $31 million in June, surpassing the previous high of $23 million, while the economic impact from the first eight matches ranged from $18 million to $24 million, totaling an estimated $160 million so far. Governor Maura Healey praised the successful hosting of the event, and Arlington Mayor Jim Ross emphasized the long-term economic benefits and relationships fostered by the World Cup.