Houston eyes $1.5B economic impact, world record ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026
Houston is gearing up for a record-breaking FIFA World Cup activation on April 11 at Hermann Park, featuring a quarter-mile line of 1,000 soccer balls and a guest appearance by legend DeMarcus Beasley.
Houston is gearing up for a record-breaking FIFA World Cup activation on April 11 at Hermann Park, featuring a quarter-mile line of 1,000 soccer balls and a guest appearance by legend DeMarcus Beasley.
Houston World Cup committee planning on world record
Before the first match kicks off in Houston for FIFA World Cup 2026, the city is aiming for a world record. FOX 26's Mekenna Earnhart explains the goal for the Houston Host Committee.
Before the first match kicks off in Houston for FIFA World Cup 2026, the city is aiming for a world record. FOX 26's Mekenna Earnhart explains the goal for the Houston Host Committee.
FIFA World Cup: Fans of the Netherlands to bring orange double-decker bus to Texas
Dutch soccer fans in their orange gear and iconic double-decker bus are heading to Texas for the 2026 World Cup, starting their journey in Galveston and then stopping in North Texas before hopefully winning their first championship title.
Dutch soccer fans in their orange gear and iconic double-decker bus are heading to Texas for the 2026 World Cup, starting their journey in Galveston and then stopping in North Texas before hopefully winning their first championship title.
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 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.
FIFA World Cup 2026: Houston to receive nearly $10M to enhance public transportation
U.S. Senator John Cornyn announced on Thursday that the U.S. Department of Transportation said public transit systems across Houston were awarded almost $10 million dollars ahead of the FIFA World Cup.
U.S. Senator John Cornyn announced on Thursday that the U.S. Department of Transportation said public transit systems across Houston were awarded almost $10 million dollars ahead of the FIFA World Cup.
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 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.
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.
2026 World Cup security concerns rise after cartel leader ‘El Mencho’ killed in Mexico
Widespread cartel violence in Jalisco following the killing of drug lord "El Mencho" has triggered international safety concerns and travel disruptions just months before Guadalajara is set to host 2026 FIFA World Cup matches.
Widespread cartel violence in Jalisco following the killing of drug lord "El Mencho" has triggered international safety concerns and travel disruptions just months before Guadalajara is set to host 2026 FIFA World Cup matches.
Houston non-profit builds emergency safe home for sex trafficking victims leading up to FIFA World Cup 2026
Members with Elijah Rising say they hope the emergency safe home built isn't full during the matches held in the city, but realistically say it will probably be packed.
Members with Elijah Rising say they hope the emergency safe home built isn't full during the matches held in the city, but realistically say it will probably be packed.
Official FIFA World Cup 2026 Houston merchandise released: Shop gear
FIFA has launched its official Houston-specific 2026 World Cup merchandise, giving fans a first look at the city’s branding as NRG Stadium prepares to host seven matches.
FIFA has launched its official Houston-specific 2026 World Cup merchandise, giving fans a first look at the city’s branding as NRG Stadium prepares to host seven matches.
Official FIFA World Cup 2026 Dallas merchandise released: Where to buy gear
FIFA has officially launched its first line of Dallas-themed World Cup 2026 merchandise, marking a major milestone for North Texas as the city prepares to host nine matches and a semifinal at Dallas Stadium.
FIFA has officially launched its first line of Dallas-themed World Cup 2026 merchandise, marking a major milestone for North Texas as the city prepares to host nine matches and a semifinal at Dallas Stadium.
Downtown Houston gets a cooling makeover ahead of the FIFA World Cup
Houston’s heat is no joke. and with the FIFA World Cup on the horizon, the city is taking action to help residents and visitors stay cool. Construction is now underway in downtown Houston as part of a major effort to lower temperatures and create more comfortable walking corridors in preparation for the big event.
Houston’s heat is no joke. and with the FIFA World Cup on the horizon, the city is taking action to help residents and visitors stay cool. Construction is now underway in downtown Houston as part of a major effort to lower temperatures and create more comfortable walking corridors in preparation for the big event.
FIFA World Cup 2026: Houston committee previews anti-trafficking plan
The FIFA World Cup 2026 Houston Host committee explained how they plan on tackling issues like labor and sex trafficking during events like Fan Festival and others.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 Houston Host committee explained how they plan on tackling issues like labor and sex trafficking during events like Fan Festival and others.
2026 FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour in Texas: Schedule and how to get tickets
The 2026 FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour is bringing soccer’s most iconic prize to Texas this spring, offering fans in Austin, Dallas, Houston and San Antonio a rare chance to see the original solid-gold trophy and participate in interactive fan festivals ahead of the summer tournament.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour is bringing soccer’s most iconic prize to Texas this spring, offering fans in Austin, Dallas, Houston and San Antonio a rare chance to see the original solid-gold trophy and participate in interactive fan festivals ahead of the summer tournament.