31/07/2026
The 2026 FIFA World Cup delivered on the pitch, but what is the impact on consumer spending across U.S. host cities? 🏆
The results are in from the 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐮𝐬 𝐅𝐚𝐧 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐡, and the data shows that Atlanta, Miami, Seattle, and Kansas City saw the biggest increases in spend this summer.
Looking at individual matches reveals how consumer spending shifted across different categories:
⚽ Argentina’s match against Algeria in Kansas City drove a +𝟒𝟑𝟓% lift in merchandise sales.
🍻 In Boston, England’s draw with Ghana led to a +𝟐𝟏𝟎% increase in bar spending.
🚗 In Houston, ride-sharing surged, with single-game spending increasing by +𝟏𝟏𝟗%.
The World Cup highlights sport’s unique ability to drive fan engagement beyond the stadium. Our fan data reveals the impact across cities, categories, and moments.