Preparing American Cities for the Global World Cup Stage

Preparing American Cities for the Global World Cup Stage

May 20, 2026 · 13 min

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Kevin Kaiser discusses how American cities are preparing for the World Cup and its implications.

Kevin Kaiser, Wharton Adjunct Full Professor of Finance, explores how cities like Philadelphia are preparing for the influx of global soccer fans during the World Cup, examining transportation, hospitality, public safety, sports culture, and the long-term branding impact for the United States and its host cities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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