NYC Hotel Concerns, Big Matchups, and Penalty Pressure | Futbol HQ
Concerns grow over fan accommodations in New York City as the World Cup nears. We break down a must-watch England vs. Croatia showdown, hear from Austin FC’s Brad Stuver on the pressure of penalty kicks, and see how Seattle is giving fans a shot at tickets through a new app. The countdown to 2026 continues.
Concerns grow over fan accommodations in New York City as the World Cup nears. We break down a must-watch England vs. Croatia showdown, hear from Austin FC’s Brad Stuver on the pressure of penalty kicks, and see how Seattle is giving fans a shot at tickets through a new app. The countdown to 2026 continues.
A $15K payment looming for some World Cup players and fans just to enter the country
Players and fans from certain countries who have qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup are looking at a payment of a $15,000 bond to enter the United States.
Players and fans from certain countries who have qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup are looking at a payment of a $15,000 bond to enter the United States.
Congressional representatives speak out against limited availability of affordable World Cup tickets
The Bay Area will play host to six FIFA World Cup matches in June, but elected officials are raising concerns about whether exorbitant ticket prices will keep local soccer fans from even being able to attend the games.
The Bay Area will play host to six FIFA World Cup matches in June, but elected officials are raising concerns about whether exorbitant ticket prices will keep local soccer fans from even being able to attend the games.
Messi Mania, World Cup Matchups, and World Cup Prep | Futbol HQ
We go inside a new immersive Lionel Messi experience, break down a must-watch Brazil vs. Morocco matchup, and visit Kansas City as World Cup base camps take shape. Plus, a look at how the game is growing through community-driven events.
We go inside a new immersive Lionel Messi experience, break down a must-watch Brazil vs. Morocco matchup, and visit Kansas City as World Cup base camps take shape. Plus, a look at how the game is growing through community-driven events.
Extremists could target World Cup, intelligence officials warn as security funding stalls
U.S. intelligence officials are warning of heightened risks for terror attacks and civil unrest during the World Cup.
U.S. intelligence officials are warning of heightened risks for terror attacks and civil unrest during the World Cup.
World Cup gear: How to get your hands on official merch
With less than 100 days until kickoff, official World Cup merchandise is already on sale, giving fans an early chance to gear up for the tournament.
With less than 100 days until kickoff, official World Cup merchandise is already on sale, giving fans an early chance to gear up for the tournament.
Iran wants to move its World Cup matches from US to Mexico
Some Iranian officials are considering moving its matches out of the United States, but FIFA says it is in regular contact with the Iran soccer federation and it is not changing the match schedule announced last year.
Some Iranian officials are considering moving its matches out of the United States, but FIFA says it is in regular contact with the Iran soccer federation and it is not changing the match schedule announced last year.
Nike unveils new USA soccer team jerseys for 2026 FIFA World Cup
Nike and U.S. Soccer revealed new 2026 World Cup jerseys for the USMNT and USWNT, featuring patriotic designs inspired by the American flag.
Nike and U.S. Soccer revealed new 2026 World Cup jerseys for the USMNT and USWNT, featuring patriotic designs inspired by the American flag.
Iran can't compete in World Cup including games in California
Iran's sports minister says it cannot take part in the upcoming World Cup because of U.S. attacks. Here's what we know.
Iran's sports minister says it cannot take part in the upcoming World Cup because of U.S. attacks. Here's what we know.
Preparing for 2026: Security, Communities, and the World Cup Impact | Futbol HQ
With the World Cup just months away, host cities are accelerating preparations. From youth soccer initiatives and small business opportunities to drone detection technology and community safety efforts, Futbol HQ breaks down how cities are getting ready for 2026.
With the World Cup just months away, host cities are accelerating preparations. From youth soccer initiatives and small business opportunities to drone detection technology and community safety efforts, Futbol HQ breaks down how cities are getting ready for 2026.
Oakland resident's dream soccer pitch opens ahead of World Cup buzz
As soccer excitement builds across the Bay Area ahead of this summer’s World Cup matches, an Oakland native hopes a new neighborhood soccer pitch will inspire the next generation of players.
As soccer excitement builds across the Bay Area ahead of this summer’s World Cup matches, an Oakland native hopes a new neighborhood soccer pitch will inspire the next generation of players.
California getting $18.4 million in federal funds for World Cup transit
$18.4 million in federal transit funding has been secured for Los Angeles and the Bay Area to support the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
$18.4 million in federal transit funding has been secured for Los Angeles and the Bay Area to support the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Iran threatens to withdraw from World Cup on West Coast
Iran's participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup is now at risk as war continues to ravage the country, with the tournament partially hosted in the United States.
Iran's participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup is now at risk as war continues to ravage the country, with the tournament partially hosted in the United States.
Months before the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the US and Iran are at war. Will the Iranian team play?
Iran’s national team is set to play three group stage matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in U.S. host cities, but comments from Iranian football officials and mounting geopolitical tensions have raised new doubts about whether the team will take part.
Iran’s national team is set to play three group stage matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in U.S. host cities, but comments from Iranian football officials and mounting geopolitical tensions have raised new doubts about whether the team will take part.
2026 World Cup: 100-day countdown begins in South Bay
The countdown is underway for the 2026 World Cup, which will bring six matches to Santa Clara's Levi's Stadium.
The countdown is underway for the 2026 World Cup, which will bring six matches to Santa Clara's Levi's Stadium.
2026 FIFA World Cup 100 days away: What to know before kickoff!
With just 100 days until kickoff, the 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to be the biggest in the tournament’s history.
With just 100 days until kickoff, the 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to be the biggest in the tournament’s history.
Why Airbnb is offering homeowners a $750 incentive to become a host
Bay Area homeowners may be able to make an extra $750 in addition to what they earn to rent out their property.
Bay Area homeowners may be able to make an extra $750 in addition to what they earn to rent out their property.
Soccer Frenzy: Cities, Fans, and What to Know | Futbol HQ
With the World Cup just months away, host cities ramp up preparations for a global surge of fans. Philadelphia takes center stage as the World Cup draws closer. From major fan event changes and security planning to base camps and short-term rentals, here’s what to know ahead of the matches.
With the World Cup just months away, host cities ramp up preparations for a global surge of fans. Philadelphia takes center stage as the World Cup draws closer. From major fan event changes and security planning to base camps and short-term rentals, here’s what to know ahead of the matches.
Will Messi Miss the World Cup? + Cashless Stadiums & Shocking Parking Prices! | Futbol HQ
Messi injury update as the World Cup nears. Cashless payments in host cities, Texas heat preparations, volunteer opportunities, Alexi Lalas predictions, and soaring LA parking prices.
Messi injury update as the World Cup nears. Cashless payments in host cities, Texas heat preparations, volunteer opportunities, Alexi Lalas predictions, and soaring LA parking prices.
Everything’s Bigger in Dallas: The World Cup Build Begins | Futbol HQ
Dallas moves to the center of the World Cup spotlight. From AT&T Stadium’s transformation and high-level security planning to MLS growth and rising global attention, see how North Texas is preparing for the biggest sporting event on Earth.
Dallas moves to the center of the World Cup spotlight. From AT&T Stadium’s transformation and high-level security planning to MLS growth and rising global attention, see how North Texas is preparing for the biggest sporting event on Earth.



















