[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 184 (Wednesday, October 20, 2021)]
[Senate]
[Page S7134]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                          2026 FIFA WORLD CUP

  Mr. MARSHALL. Mr. President, before I wrap up, I want to voice my 
support for Kansas City's bid to serve as host city for the 2026 FIFA 
World Cup prior to tomorrow's highly anticipated venue visit by FIFA 
representatives.
  Kansas is home to some of the most devoted, fanatic soccer fans in 
the world that are ready to cheer on Team USA, and what better place to 
do it than in America's heartland. The Kansas City community, alongside 
Sporting KC, has shown unwavering commitment to make this dream a 
reality, and Kansas City is no stranger to hosting major sporting 
events, from the Big 12 Men's Basketball Conference Championships, NCAA 
March Madness, and plans to host the NFL Football Draft in 2023.
  We have great, fan-friendly facilities and something for everyone in 
the family to do. We have the lodging, public transportation, shopping 
and dining options needed to make the 2026 World Cup a great success. 
The FIFA World Cup is the largest and most prestigious single-sport 
event in the world, and there is no better place for it to be held than 
Kansas City.
  Thank you.
  I yield back.
  The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from North Dakota.

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