Office of the Governor | Leaders Express Support as New York/New Jersey Selected as Host City for 2026 FIFA World Cup™

NEW YORK AND NEW JERSEY (June 17, 2022) — Leaders and community members from across New York / New Jersey expressed support and enthusiasm as FIFA named the region one of the official Host Cities for the 2026 FIFA World Cup ™ and celebrations took place across the region. Quotes from supporters can be found below.  

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