Team Paraguay will train at SJSU ahead of FIFA World Cup
Team Paraguay, appearing in its first World Cup in 16 years, will use the sports complex at San Jose State University as its assigned training ground.
Team Paraguay, appearing in its first World Cup in 16 years, will use the sports complex at San Jose State University as its assigned training ground.
Bay Area marks 30 days to FIFA World Cup with flag-raising celebrations
With exactly 30 days remaining until the start of the summer’s FIFA World Cup, the Bay Area is marking the milestone with a region-wide celebration.
With exactly 30 days remaining until the start of the summer’s FIFA World Cup, the Bay Area is marking the milestone with a region-wide celebration.
San Jose to turn downtown into 39-day World Cup watch party
While only six World Cup matches will be played in the Bay Area, viewing parties and fan zones are popping up across the region. The largest, hosted by the San Jose Earthquakes, will transform San Pedro Square in downtown San Jose into a central hub for soccer fans.
While only six World Cup matches will be played in the Bay Area, viewing parties and fan zones are popping up across the region. The largest, hosted by the San Jose Earthquakes, will transform San Pedro Square in downtown San Jose into a central hub for soccer fans.
World Cup Fever: Final Rosters, Superfans, and the Road to 2026 | Futbol HQ
The countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup is officially on. Futbol HQ breaks down the U.S. Men’s National Team roster decisions, follows diehard fans traveling across continents to support their countries, and explores how cities and communities are preparing for soccer’s biggest stage. Plus, a look at new youth soccer investments, a behind-the-scenes USMNT documentary, and even a chance to get paid to watch every match.
The countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup is officially on. Futbol HQ breaks down the U.S. Men’s National Team roster decisions, follows diehard fans traveling across continents to support their countries, and explores how cities and communities are preparing for soccer’s biggest stage. Plus, a look at new youth soccer investments, a behind-the-scenes USMNT documentary, and even a chance to get paid to watch every match.
Shakira debuts 'Dai Dai,' official World Cup song
Colombian superstar Shakira teased her new World Cup official song, “Dai Dai," a collaboration with Afrobeats star Burna Boy.
Colombian superstar Shakira teased her new World Cup official song, “Dai Dai," a collaboration with Afrobeats star Burna Boy.
World Cup Countdown: Injuries, Trophy Tour, and Global Fan Energy | Futbol HQ
The World Cup is just weeks away on Futbol HQ. We break down major injury concerns hitting some of soccer’s biggest stars, track the FIFA Trophy Tour as it travels through Texas, and explore how host cities from Seattle to New York are preparing for massive crowds and fan celebrations. Plus, a look at unique World Cup collectibles and experiences building excitement around the globe.
The World Cup is just weeks away on Futbol HQ. We break down major injury concerns hitting some of soccer’s biggest stars, track the FIFA Trophy Tour as it travels through Texas, and explore how host cities from Seattle to New York are preparing for massive crowds and fan celebrations. Plus, a look at unique World Cup collectibles and experiences building excitement around the globe.
FIFA opens new pitch at Oakland middle school
Students at Montera Middle School in Oakland are getting a new soccer field, thanks to a partnership between Oakland Unified School District, FIFA, and U.S. Soccer’s philanthropy organization, Soccer Forward.
Students at Montera Middle School in Oakland are getting a new soccer field, thanks to a partnership between Oakland Unified School District, FIFA, and U.S. Soccer’s philanthropy organization, Soccer Forward.
World Cup 2026 base camps: Where national teams will be based during the tournament
National teams are choosing base camps across the U.S., Canada and Mexico for the 2026 World Cup. Here’s a full list of where they’ll be based.
National teams are choosing base camps across the U.S., Canada and Mexico for the 2026 World Cup. Here’s a full list of where they’ll be based.
FIFA World Cup looming as injuries pile up for stars, raising questions about footballer fatigue
From Lamine Yamal to Serge Gnabry and Estêvão, injuries are piling up before the World Cup, fueling concerns that too many games are taking a toll on players.
From Lamine Yamal to Serge Gnabry and Estêvão, injuries are piling up before the World Cup, fueling concerns that too many games are taking a toll on players.
FIFA World Cup 2026 'Last-Minute Sales Phase' begins April 22 with tickets for all 104 matches
A new batch of FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets is set to drop April 22 as part of the final sales phase, with fans expected to face high demand.
A new batch of FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets is set to drop April 22 as part of the final sales phase, with fans expected to face high demand.
Americans get mocked for saying 'soccer.' But England is the one that made the word.
Americans get mocked for calling it “soccer," but the word was... invented in England. Here’s how the name stuck in the U.S. and disappeared overseas.
Americans get mocked for calling it “soccer," but the word was... invented in England. Here’s how the name stuck in the U.S. and disappeared overseas.
World Cup 2026 Shockers: No Tailgating, U.S. Soccer Shakeup & Ticket Price Controversy!
From a surprising tailgating ban to major leadership changes within U.S. Soccer, the road to the 2026 World Cup is already full of drama. We also explore a Texas shop bringing English football culture stateside and the growing backlash over rising ticket prices.
From a surprising tailgating ban to major leadership changes within U.S. Soccer, the road to the 2026 World Cup is already full of drama. We also explore a Texas shop bringing English football culture stateside and the growing backlash over rising ticket prices.
Santa Clara gears up for World Cup with STEM fair and community events
With just under two months until the World Cup arrives at Levi’s Stadium, the city of Santa Clara is launching a massive effort to welcome both local residents and visitors.
With just under two months until the World Cup arrives at Levi’s Stadium, the city of Santa Clara is launching a massive effort to welcome both local residents and visitors.
Iran will play in 2026 World Cup in U.S. despite war, FIFA president says: report
FIFA says Iran will participate in the 2026 World Cup, even as tensions with the U.S. raise concerns about safety.
FIFA says Iran will participate in the 2026 World Cup, even as tensions with the U.S. raise concerns about safety.
The history of the FIFA World Cup: From 1930 origins to the global stage as 2026 kicks off in June
From its 1930 origins to today, here’s how the FIFA World Cup has evolved by era ahead of 2026.
From its 1930 origins to today, here’s how the FIFA World Cup has evolved by era ahead of 2026.
FIFA adds even more expensive World Cup ticket groups. What we know
Ahead of the start of the 2026 World Cup, FIFA has introduced even more expensive ticket categories, pushing prices for prime seats for matches to prominent levels.
Ahead of the start of the 2026 World Cup, FIFA has introduced even more expensive ticket categories, pushing prices for prime seats for matches to prominent levels.
What is the World Cup Golden Boot? A look at the last 7 winners and the favorites for 2026
What is the World Cup Golden Boot? Here’s how it works, the last seven winners and the top contenders for 2026.
What is the World Cup Golden Boot? Here’s how it works, the last seven winners and the top contenders for 2026.
FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour 2026: See the 23 cities left before June kickoff
The World Cup trophy will soon blow into the Windy City as soccer fans in all of the tournament’s host cities – as well as several more – will get a sneak preview of one of sports’ biggest prizes.
The World Cup trophy will soon blow into the Windy City as soccer fans in all of the tournament’s host cities – as well as several more – will get a sneak preview of one of sports’ biggest prizes.
San Jose Earthquakes partner with juvenile hall for soccer program
The San Jose Earthquakes partnered with a juvenile detention center to teach lessons in soccer which can help youth succeed in the outside world --including teamwork and personal responsibility.
The San Jose Earthquakes partnered with a juvenile detention center to teach lessons in soccer which can help youth succeed in the outside world --including teamwork and personal responsibility.
World Cup Fever: Superfans, Security, and Global Stories | Futbol HQ
World Cup excitement hits new heights on Futbol HQ. From a superfan willing to sell his home for the ultimate soccer experience to cities ramping up security and preparations, we take you inside the countdown to 2026.
World Cup excitement hits new heights on Futbol HQ. From a superfan willing to sell his home for the ultimate soccer experience to cities ramping up security and preparations, we take you inside the countdown to 2026.