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Mexico's World Cup Shortfall Reflects Flawed Mega-Event Model
By Duncan Randall - Fri, 08/14/2026 - 11:35
Mexico’s 2026 World Cup generated US$2.54 billion, below pre-event forecasts, following historical patterns of underdelivery from mega-events.
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World Cup Generates US$2 Billion for Mexico, Below Projections
By Duncan Randall - Tue, 07/14/2026 - 10:41
The 2026 FIFA World Cup generated approximately US$2 billion in economic spillover for Mexico, or just 0.1% of GDP, far below official projections.