Home to Major League Soccer franchise Inter Miami CF, the Inter Miami CF Stadium officially opened in 2020 when the club made its MLS debut. The vibrant culture surrounding the team brings an energetic atmosphere, reflecting the diverse and passionate spirit of Miami.
UCFB students, as well as alumni, are able to attend the Global Sports Summit event at the Inter Miami CF Stadium each year. The summit is based around 4-5 days of specially tailored talks, workshops and visits specific to the American sports industry.
The stadium will also play host to our Road to the World Cup – UCFB Miami Experience in the year running up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America.
UCFB and its partners at the Global Institute of Sport (GIS) host the Miami Global Sports Summit each year, bringing together UCFB and GIS students, alumni and leading sports industry professionals in some of the most advanced sports and entertainment venues in the world.
This immersive sports experience will be based around guest speaker sessions and workshops, featuring sports professionals from the pitch, from the boardroom and from behind the scenes of the sports industry, as well as behind the scenes access to elite sporting venues, live sports experiences and cultural visits around the city.
We are excited to announce an extraordinary opportunity for undergraduate and postgraduate students – the chance to attend a Miami-based World Cup Experience in the year leading up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup!
Experience this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, where you will be immersed in the excitement and energy of the build-up to the world’s greatest football tournament. As part of this exclusive offer, students will enjoy:
No one can deny that Miami is one of the most exciting sports destinations in the US. Host to teams in the five major North American professional leagues – Major League Soccer (MLS), National Basketball Association (NBA), National Football League (NFL), Major League Baseball (MLB) and National Hockey League (NHL) – Florida’s most populated city is packed full of sports clubs, events and arenas with a long history of success.
The city’s sport precinct is home to basketball, American football, baseball, ice hockey and of course, soccer. Inter Miami CF Stadium is host to the city’s newest professional team, Inter Miami CF.
Famous for sun, fun and glamour, Miami is one of the key gateways to the United States from Europe. As the most southerly major city in US, this Floridian metropolis is home to a world-famous art deco scene, miles and miles of golden beaches and a thriving sports culture.
Do you prefer going to the beach or shopping? Maybe you’re a history buff? Unsurprisingly, Miami caters for all. Downtown Miami is known for its collection of both historic and modern buildings, and Little Havana is famed for its Latin galleries and bustling restaurants. Head over to Miami Beach to experience the glamour this city is famed for: Ocean Drive, South Beach, the historic Art Deco district – just remember your sun cream.
Given Miami’s European links and strong ties to Latin culture, good food is just around the corner in this city. Think flavour, think fresh, think filling. Empandas, Cuban sandwiches, Key lime pie, incredible sea food and alligator – whether it’s a street vendor or fine dining, all of this and more makes Miami a gastronomical delight.