(WFLA) — Tampa has lost its bid to host an upcoming Super Bowl.

The Associated Press is reporting that the 2019 Super Bowl has been awarded to Atlanta.

The NFL has awarded the 2020 Super Bowl to Miami, and the 2021 Super Bowl will be held in Los Angeles.

Tampa had bid to host the Super Bowl in one of those three years. Tampa hosted the 2009 Super Bowl at Raymond James Stadium.

“The Tampa Bay area has distinguished itself as a top Super Bowl host over the years. While today’s decision is disappointing, we remain confident that our area – with its rich sports history, strong tourism-based economy and ideal warm climate – will remain a strong contender for future consideration,” Buccaneers co-chairman Bryan Glazer said. “We would also like to thank the many local leaders who have worked so tirelessly leading up to today’s vote for their assistance and dedication.”

Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn said he wasn’t surprised.

“You know, I’m not surprised because so many of those other teams are building new stadiums. Anytime you build a new stadium, you jump ahead of the queue. I know what they feel about Tampa; they love Tampa. We hosted four games here. They know that we do this as well as anyone else in the country,” Buckhorn said. “We may not have won today but we’ll be back in the queue next time there is an opportunity. But the nice thing is, we don’t need a Super Bowl to prove to the world who we are. We have already proven. A Super Bowl would be nice; it’s great for the community, but we got so many other good things going on here that a Super Bowl is just icing on the cake.”WHAT OTHERS ARE CLICKING ON RIGHT NOW: