NHL and NHLPA Open Bidding for World Cup of Hockey 2028 – Which City Will Score the Ultimate Win?
The host city selection process is international in scope and “open to all cities with arena facilities that could meet NHL competition standards.” The NHL and NHLPA will reach out to some potential sites, but the process is open to any bidder. The NHL is looking for cities that meet the baseline requirements for facilities but also “present a compelling and distinctive vision for the tournament.”
The deadline for expression of interest pitches is July 18 for North America and July 30 for international markets. The NHL and NHLPA will determine which bids move on to the next phase. The Request for Proposal process launches in August 2025. Final host city selections are expected to be announced in Q1 of 2026.
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