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StubHub Highlights Strong Initial Fan Engagement for 2026 World Cup
NEW YORK, December 10, 2025--Following Friday's 2026 World Cup final draw in Washington, DC, StubHub has seen strong fan engagement on its marketplace, surpassing demand for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. In a powerful demonstration of the event's global appeal, buyers across 94 countries turned to StubHub's global marketplace over the weekend following the draw to secure their place at next summer's tournament.
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