World Cup 1 year out: Levi’s Stadium, Bay Area businesses preparing for influx of fans

Wednesday marks one year out from what is promised to be the largest global soccer event ever: the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Soccer fans from around the world will descend on North American venues, including Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, to watch 48 nations compete to lift the coveted trophy.

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NBC Bay Area's Bob Redell shows us how Levi's Stadium and local businesses are getting ready to host fans. Watch his report in the video player above.