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FIFA Men’s World Cup Fulfills Stadium Promise Paul Allen Made 30 Years Ago

The stadium’s World Cup debut fulfills a 30-year promise to build a multipurpose venue, with the Seahawks sale ending the Allen family’s sports era.

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Nearly 30 years ago, Paul Allen asked Washington to pay for a stadium if he bought the Seahawks. A chance to host World Cup games was used to sweeten the deal.

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FIFA Men’s World Cup fulfills stadium promise Paul Allen made 30 years ago

The sale of the Seattle Seahawks – expected to happen over the next few months – will bring to an end the almost 30-year involvement of Paul and Jody Allen with major professional sports in this city.

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World Cup fulfills stadium promise Paul Allen made 30 years ago

Nearly 30 years ago, Paul Allen asked Washington to pay for a stadium if he bought the Seahawks. A chance to host World Cup games was used to sweeten the...

·Seattle, United States
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The Seattle Times broke the news in Seattle, United States on Saturday, June 6, 2026.
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