Philadelphia gears up for World Cup: $770M economic boost expected

Name: Philadelphia gears up for World Cup: $770M economic boost expected
Uploaded: 2025-12-05T03:22:00Z
Description: Philadelphia is one of the 16 North American cities hosting the event. Officials expect an influx of 500,000 fans, contributing to an estimated $770 million economic impact while creating 6,615 total jobs, according to Philadelphia Soccer 2026. FOX 29's Chris O'Connell has the story.

Philadelphia is one of the 16 North American cities hosting the event. Officials expect an influx of 500,000 fans, contributing to an estimated $770 million economic impact while creating 6,615 total jobs, according to Philadelphia Soccer 2026. FOX 29's Chris O'Connell has the story.

Posted December 4, 2025 10:22pm EST