The Brief

LOS ANGELES - Magic Johnson, a legendary figure in sports and business , has been named an official community ambassador for the Los Angeles World Cup 2026 Host Committee.

Los Angeles will be the site of the opening U.S. men’s national team match at SoFi Stadium, with 39 days of fan events and experiences to follow across the region.

The backstory:

The Los Angeles World Cup 2026 Host Committee, led by the Los Angeles Sports & Entertainment Commission (LASEC), is responsible for delivering the FIFA World Cup 26™ to Los Angeles.

The tournament will feature a record 48 teams and will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

The event will be a major highlight for Los Angeles, which is also set to host the NBA All-Star Game in 2026 and the 2028 Olympi

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