DFW to Host the 2026 FIFA World Cup: A Catalyst for Economic Growth, Market Momentum, and Global Standing Dallas–Fort Worth’s economy is poised for major acceleration as the region prepares to host the most World Cup matches of any city throughout the tournament. Having already experienced a 10% population increase over the past five years, DFW is now projected to welcome an estimated 2.7 million additional American and international soccer fans—a 32% population increase—over

The DFW market is primed to generate significant rent growth over the next 24 months, as key economic, population and absorption data supports the city’s growing multifamily market.