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County staff update commissioners on FIFA World Cup 2026 preparations, transit and fan-festival planning

Board of County Commissioners of Johnson County, Kansas · December 10, 2025

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Summary

Staff presented operational updates for FIFA World Cup 2026, including team match schedules, ticket phases, regional 'Connect KC26' transit lines (airport direct, region direct, stadium direct) with multiple stops in Johnson County, and plans for fan festivals and community events.

Beau McCall, Johnson County lead coordinator for FIFA World Cup 2026, briefed commissioners on regional planning and operational milestones Dec. 11.

McCall highlighted the group-stage matches scheduled for Kansas City and noted teams and rankings expected to visit. He walked the board through upcoming ticket windows, the…

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