(KRON) -- The numbers are in on this summer's FIFA World Cup 2026. The Bay Area hosted six matches in the expanded tournament, including a taut Round of 32 fixture featuring the United States Men's National Team.
The half dozen matches generated approximately $850 million in total economic activity for the Bay Area, according to the Bay Area Host Committee. That amount exceeds the initial projections from 2024, "demonstrating the substantial value of hosting the world's largest sporting event," the host committee said.
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These numbers were produced in an economic impact report developed by Boston Consulting Group on behalf of the BAHC. A breakdown of the economic benefit shows Santa Clara County as the big winner.
Hosting six matches at Levi's Stadium -- rechristened as San Francisco Bay Stadium for the tournament -- generated around $410 million for the South Bay county. San Francisco County was the second biggest winner with the tournament generating $240 million in economic activity.
Although no matches were played in SF, the city hosted massive watch parties and was the center of activity for many of the visiting fans who attended the tournament. Beyond that, the greater Bay Area counties saw an estimated $200 million from the World Cup.
United States fans pose outside the stadium before the World Cup round of 32 soccer match between the United States and Bosnia in Santa Clara, Calif., near San Francisco, Wednesday, July 1, 2026. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)
According to a more granular breakdown, the tournament generated about $345 million in labor income and $30 million in fiscal revenue for local governments. Overall, the tournament's impact beat projections by about $300 million, the host committee said.
"The world saw what we've known all along -- the Bay Area is a world-class sports city that excels in bringing people together, welcoming fans from around the globe, and delivering an extraordinary World Cup experience," said California Gov. Gavin Newsom. "This success was a true team effort, and I could not be more excited for the major sports events to come in the Bay Area."
"Hosting FIFA World Cup 2026 elevated our global reputation, strengthened community bonds, and will pay dividends for years to come," said Zaileen Janmohamed, President and CEO of the Bay Area Host Committee. "
Additionally, activity around the World Cup supported about 5,100 jobs and drew an estimated 24,000 visitors from outside the Bay Area. Economic impact from the World Cup also topped economic impact generated by Super Bowl LX earlier in the year by a whopping $130 million.
