
North Carolina’s ‘Summer of Soccer’ Drives Record Tourism and Investment
A series of high‑profile soccer events are delivering billions in economic activity and thousands of jobs across North Carolina.
Jun 3, 2026
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A series of high‑profile soccer events are delivering billions in economic activity and thousands of jobs across North Carolina.

Governor Josh Stein and Commerce Secretary Lee Lilley highlight how a summer of soccer events, backed by the MEGA Fund, are delivering multi‑million dollar economic benefits and positioning North Carolina as a global training hub for World Cup‑bound teams.