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FIFA Requires Non-Sponsor Branding Removed from 2026 World Cup Stadiums
Levi’s Stadium was renamed San Francisco Bay Area Stadium ahead of the tournament. Levi’s and Heinz used social media posts to reference the required removal of their branding.
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Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, was renamed San Francisco Bay Area Stadium for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The change covers the Levi’s sign on the venue that will host matches including a Group B game between Qatar and Switzerland on June 11, 2026. Washington Examiner reported that FIFA requires World Cup stadiums to be stripped of branding or references to nonaffiliated companies.
Levi’s updated its Instagram profile picture to show its logo covered by a white sheet. ” Heinz participated in related social-media marketing. The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be held across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
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