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World Cup brought nearly 30% more sales tax to Arlington, though most money was spent around stadium

World Cup brought nearly 30% more sales tax to Arlington, though most money was spent around stadium
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The numbers are in and Arlington leaders are celebrating while also looking for ways to learn from the FIFA World Cup’s economic impact. The city, which hosted more matches than any other in the tournament with nine games, saw citywide sales tax increase by just less than 30% over 2025 during the sa

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