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Hey, NJ! This week, we’re talking about the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Hosts Maddi Ference and John P. McAlpin are joined by NorthJersey.com reporters Katie Sobko and Colleen Wilson, who have been following this story since NY/NJ was awarded the final match of the tournament in 2023.
From looming transportation challenges to economic concerns, lessons learned during the 2014 Super Bowl to security plans, is New Jersey ready to host the world’s most-watched sporting event?
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Hey, NJ is hosted by John P. McAlpin and Maddi Ference as part of NJ Spotlight News’ “Under the Dome” reporting series.
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