World Cup: USMNT head coach Mauricio Pochettino yet to name starting goalkeeper

The U.S. Men’s National Team is entering the final stretch of its World Cup preparations with its biggest positional question mark still unanswered: Who will start in goal?

Santa Clara County businesses eye World Cup boost after Super Bowl brings in $195M

A massive wave of economic revenue poured into the Bay Area during Super Bowl week, signaling a major financial victory for local economies as the region prepares for its next giant sporting event.

South Bay businsesses prepare for boost from World Cup
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San Francisco County captured the bulk of the financial windfall with $425 million, while Santa Clara County pulled in $195 million, and approximately $100 million went to other Bay Area counties.

Santa Clara celebrates FIFA World Cup with themed night markets

The city of Santa Clara is kicking off a series of night markets as part of a bigger push to celebrate its role as a host city for the 2026 World Cup.

FIFA-themed night markets are coming to Santa Clara this weekend
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Santa Clara is hosting a two-day community celebration in June and July with a FIFA World Cup theme. Festivities include art, food, live music, culture, and soccer.

San Jose businesses gear up for multi-week World Cup boost

With the World Cup kicking off next week, businesses across San Jose are preparing for a massive influx of soccer fans—and they are hoping the economic benefits will stretch far beyond downtown.

World Cup: USMNT opponents

With the World Cup fast approaching, here's what to know about the USMNT's opponents.

San Jose approves $3.5m federal grant for World Cup security overtime

With the first World Cup match at Levi’s Stadium less than two weeks away, local law enforcement and fire departments are rapidly scaling up operations to meet the unprecedented security demands of the international tournament.

Australian team arrives in Bay Area for FIFA World Cup

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup officially kicking off next week, international squads are arriving at their respective base camps to prepare for their upcoming tournament campaigns.

World Cup 26 freebies and deals roll out ahead of tournament

As excitement grows for FIFA World Cup 26, major brands are launching promotions and giveaways tied to the tournament.

US Postal Service issues new North American Soccer forever stamp

As the United States gets ready to host the FIFA World Cup, the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) is getting in on the excitement by issuing a North American Soccer stamp.

Bay Area deputies form soccer team inspired by 2026 World Cup

Motivated by World Cup excitement, Santa Clara County Sheriff’s deputies formed "Juventus Crew," a competitive soccer team composed mostly of main jail staff.

FIFA World Cup inspires soccer team formation with Bay Area deputies
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Players of the "Juventus Crew" are mostly deputies who work in the Santa Clara County Main Jail. The team's formation was inspired by the FIFA World Cup that's taking place in two weeks.

FIFA World Cup inspires soccer team formation with Bay Area deputies
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Players of the "Juventus Crew" are mostly deputies who work in the Santa Clara County Main Jail. The team's formation was inspired by the FIFA World Cup that's taking place in two weeks. 

FIFA World Cup 2026: FAA establishes no drone zones for stadiums, events, and team camps

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will impose temporary flight restrictions over stadiums hosting FIFA World Cup 2026 matches and any related fan events across the country to protect fans and players.