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FIFA Cancels 2,000 Hotel Reservations Ahead of 2026 World Cup

3/22/2026

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FIFA canceled about 2,000 hotel room reservations in Philadelphia ahead of the 2026 World Cup, which runs June 11–July 19, 2026.
Ed Grose, chief executive officer of the Greater Philadelphia Hotel Association, confirmed the cancellations and noted FIFA had a 120-day window.
Philadelphia will host six World Cup matches, including games featuring Brazil and France.
The city still has hotel availability and newly opened rooms to accommodate more visitors.

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FIFA canceled about 2,000 hotel room reservations in Philadelphia ahead of the 2026 World Cup, which runs June 11–July 19, 2026.
Ed Grose, chief executive officer of the Greater Philadelphia Hotel Association, confirmed the cancellations and noted FIFA had a 120-day window.
Philadelphia will host six World Cup matches, including games featuring Brazil and France.
The city still has hotel availability and newly opened rooms to accommodate more visitors.