The 2026 FIFA World Cup is coming to the United States and Baltimore is making a serious push to become the host city. The Baltimore Ravens are working with Maryland and Baltimore City to help bring the showcase soccer event to M&T Bank Stadium, according to a press release from Maryland Sports and a tweet from the Ravens.
If you’ve never been, M&T Bank Stadium is one of the premier football stadiums in the United States. With a great atmosphere, plenty of seating, a wide variety of concessions, and newly added technology including high-resolution video boards.
The United States was a part of the North American bid, including Canada and Mexico, to win hosting duties. Baltimore is one of just 17 cities in the United States fighting for a chance to hold the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
“Maryland has a tremendous opportunity to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup™ in Baltimore. From its cutting edge sports venues & world-class attractions, to its diverse population & cultural experiences, Baltimore is the perfect FIFA World Cup™ host city. I look forward to continuing to work with our partners to bring this opportunity to Maryland and showcase Charm City to the world,” Maryland Lieutenant Governor Boyd Rutherford said in the press release.
While the idea of hosting people from around the entire world might seem scary considering the coronavirus pandemic, the event is several years away. If Baltimore were to win the bid to host matches, it would be a huge boon for the city and state financially, with a major boost to tourism.
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