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Local, state leaders set to attend red carpet dinner event with FIFA President Infantino in Miami Beach
By Matthew Garcia at WSVN 7 News
· June 4, 2026
· 1 min read
Several leaders from across the community and each level of government are set to attend a dinner event with FIFA officials in Miami Beach, Thursday. As the final week before the start of the World Cup counts down, FIFA President Gianni Infantino will be meeting with several leaders across the commu
Key takeaway Some of the members attending the dinner who spoke with 7News upon arrival said officials have put in an enormous amount of work over the past two years to lay the foundation for the games set to take place in Miami.
Why this matters in The Miami
The presence of FIFA President Gianni Infantino in Miami Beach underscores the city's growing reputation as a hub for international sports events. With the World Cup coming to Miami, local residents can expect a significant boost to the city's economy, particularly in the hospitality and tourism sectors. The fact that leaders like Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Miami's Emilio Estefan are attending the dinner event suggests a strong show of support from the local community. As the city prepares to host a major international event, it will be crucial to ensure that the necessary infrastructure is in place to handle the influx of visitors, particularly in areas like Miami Beach that are already prone to flooding and congestion. The success of the World Cup in Miami will depend on the ability of local officials to balance the needs of residents with the demands of hosting a major international event.
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Category: arts ·
Published: June 4, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
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What is this story about? Several leaders from across the community and each level of government are set to attend a dinner event with FIFA officials in Miami Beach, Thursday. As the final week before the start of the World Cup counts down, FIFA President Gianni Infantino will be meeting with several leaders across the commu
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