Well, after Brazil in 2014, I think Fifa will be happy with an expanded McMahon.
Brazil is going to be a disaster. They have said in so many words they NEED the world cup and the money it brings into the country.
Big red flags there. I don't think any new stadiums are going to be built, just refurbuished the 10-40 year old (or older) stadiums, one of which killed 10 people over the weekend when some CONCRETE bleachers crumbled.
Tranportation is another issue, and FIFA has expressed concern in the past few months about Brazil's readiness.
A long ways for Canada yet...first and foremost, there has to be strong CSA in place that isn't wrapped in more red tape then the civil service.
Decision will be made in 4 years, so they'red be 7 years to build stadia. Bu will the public support tax dollars going to build new outdoor stadiums that sit idle 300 days a year in Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg and Montreal?
If by some minor miracle there is a strong CSA that puts a bid in, enough public funds avaialble for 8 strong national venues a new Calgary stadium will be right up there, but I won't hold my breath on any of that happening.
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