U.S. Soccer Announces Bid for 2034 FIFA World Cup

The announcement, made at a press conference in Chicago, marks a significant step towards bringing a second solo World Cup to U.S. soil. The USSF believes the 2026 tournament will leave a lasting legacy of increased participation and infrastructure development, making the country well-positioned to host again just eight years later. While details of the specific cities and stadiums included in the bid package remain confidential, Cone highlighted the nation's extensive network of world-class venues built for football, baseball, and other sporting events. She also emphasized the economic impact hosting the World Cup would have on the country. The USSF faces potential competition from other nations expressing interest in hosting the 2034 tournament, including Saudi Arabia and a potential joint bid from several South American countries. FIFA's official bidding process is expected to commence later this year, with a final decision anticipated in 2028. Cone acknowledged the logistical and financial challenges involved in hosting such a large-scale event but expressed confidence in the USSF's ability to deliver a successful and memorable World Cup. She cited the organization's experience with major sporting events and its strong relationships with FIFA and other international governing bodies as key advantages. “We believe that bringing the World Cup back to the United States in 2034 would further ignite the passion for soccer across the country and create opportunities for generations to come,” Cone said. “This is a bold and ambitious goal, but one that we are fully committed to achieving.”