Las Vegas Rotary Club hosts international soccer players as Mayor's Cup tournament returns

Close to 20,000 players from around the world compete in the annual event.

Published on Feb. 20, 2026

The Mayor's Cup, an international soccer tournament, returned to Las Vegas this weekend, drawing close to 20,000 players from around the globe to compete in the annual event.

Why it matters

The Mayor's Cup is a major sporting event that brings significant economic activity and tourism to Las Vegas each year, showcasing the city's ability to host large-scale international competitions.

The details

The Mayor's Cup tournament features teams and players from countries around the world, providing an opportunity for international cultural exchange and competition in the sport of soccer.

  • The Mayor's Cup tournament returned to Las Vegas this weekend (February 18, 2026).

The players

Las Vegas Rotary Club

A local civic organization that helps host and organize the Mayor's Cup tournament each year.

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The takeaway

The return of the Mayor's Cup tournament to Las Vegas demonstrates the city's continued ability to attract major international sporting events, boosting the local economy and showcasing the community's passion for the sport of soccer.