The World Cup is coming to the Meadowlands, and local officials are pledging to do all they can to make sure New Jersey cashes in. FIFA, the international governing body of soccer, announced on Sunday that MetLife Stadium will host eight games of the world’s most-watched sporting event, including the final match that will crown the next world champions.
New Jersey is technically co-hosting the international soccer competition with New York City, and while officials from both places have praised each other’s partnership, New Jersey leaders have made clear they intend to maximize the event’s economic boost on this side of the Hudson River.
Jim Kirkos, the president and CEO of the Meadowlands Chamber, spoke with NJ Spotlight News about the economic potential he hopes the tournament will bring to the region.
