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.
Feds launch 'FIFA Pass' for World Cup fans visiting Atlanta
The U.S. State Department launched a 'FIFA Pass' to fast-track visa appointments for ticket holders.
The U.S. State Department launched a 'FIFA Pass' to fast-track visa appointments for ticket holders.
Fans hit with delays in final FIFA World Cup ticket sales phase
Fans trying to secure tickets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup ran into major technical issues and long wait times during the final sales phase, which opened Wednesday.
Fans trying to secure tickets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup ran into major technical issues and long wait times during the final sales phase, which opened Wednesday.
2026 World Cup tickets: Final sales window open; Resale starts April 2
Soccer fans who still need seats for the FIFA World Cup have one more chance to grab their tickets for this summer’s tournament.
Soccer fans who still need seats for the FIFA World Cup have one more chance to grab their tickets for this summer’s tournament.
Who will win the 2026 World Cup? Spain leads early Polymarket predictions as all 48 teams are set
With all 48 World Cup teams now confirmed, early prediction markets show Spain as the favorite to win the 2026 tournament, according to data from Polymarket.
With all 48 World Cup teams now confirmed, early prediction markets show Spain as the favorite to win the 2026 tournament, according to data from Polymarket.
All 48 teams in 2026 FIFA World Cup confirmed: See the full list of nations coming the tournament
The full field for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is set, with 48 teams confirmed for the first expanded tournament in history.
The full field for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is set, with 48 teams confirmed for the first expanded tournament in history.
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.
Atlanta police 'bomb proofing' horses for 2026 FIFA World Cup
Atlanta Police are training on horseback to manage massive crowds expected for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Atlanta Police are training on horseback to manage massive crowds expected for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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.
World Cup: 16 UEFA teams to participate in play-off tournament for four World Cup spots
The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) will hold its second round play-off to determine the final four teams that will compete for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) will hold its second round play-off to determine the final four teams that will compete for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
World Cup 2026 International Playoff tournament: 6 nations to face off for two World Cup berths
Two spots in the World Cup are on the line when six teams from around the world face off in the International Playoff tournament that starts Thursday.
Two spots in the World Cup are on the line when six teams from around the world face off in the International Playoff tournament that starts Thursday.
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 wealth: Cascade Heights businesses eye piece of $500M impact
The Cascade Heights Business District is working to secure a portion of the projected $500 million economic impact from the upcoming World Cup.
The Cascade Heights Business District is working to secure a portion of the projected $500 million economic impact from the upcoming 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.
Here's how Atlanta is preparing to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Atlanta is getting closer to its moment on the global stage as preparations continue for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Atlanta is getting closer to its moment on the global stage as preparations continue for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Iran cannot compete in World Cup because of US attacks, Iranian sports minister says
Iran's sports minister says it cannot take part in the upcoming World Cup because of the U.S. attacks. Here's what we know.
Iran's sports minister says it cannot take part in the upcoming World Cup because of the U.S. attacks. Here's what we know.
Play Fair ATL group worries about homeless arrests before FIFA World Cup
Fair Play ATL says Atlanta does not have an adequate Human Rights Action Plan just months before the FIFA World Cup.
Fair Play ATL says Atlanta does not have an adequate Human Rights Action Plan just months before the FIFA World Cup.