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Orlando’s momentum could be an asset as it looks to host more events for global soccer governing body FIFA.
Fédération Internationale de Football Association President Gianni Infantino paid a visit to Orlando on April 9 in the run-up to the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, which will start in June. Orlando will host six of the 32-team tournament’s games and is the only city of the 11 hosts with two stadiums where matches will take place.
Related to picking Orlando for the upcoming event, Infantino said the region’s growing soccer community, investment in a soccer-specific stadium and its status as an international hub were all reasons it stood out.
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Orlando’s momentum could be an asset as it looks to host more events for global soccer governing body FIFA.
Fédération Internationale de Football Association President Gianni Infantino paid a visit to Orlando on April 9 in the run-up to the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, which will start in June. Orlando will host six of the 32-team tournament’s games and is the only city of the 11 hosts with two stadiums where matches will take place.
Related to picking Orlando for the upcoming event, Infantino said the region’s growing soccer community, investment in a soccer-specific stadium and its status as an international hub were all reasons it stood out.
Click here to read the full story on the Orlando Business Journal’s website.
Click here to download our free news, weather and smart TV apps. And click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.
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