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.
Philadelphia bars to stay open until 4 a.m. during World Cup, America 250
Pennsylvania is preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup by setting up three official fan zones and moving to allow bars and restaurants to stay open until 4:00 a.m. during the tournament.
Pennsylvania is preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup by setting up three official fan zones and moving to allow bars and restaurants to stay open until 4:00 a.m. during the tournament.
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.
FIFA World Cup 2026 last-minute ticket sales begin April 1 on first-come basis
The final round of World Cup 2026 ticket sales kicks off April 1, giving fans one last chance to buy seats before the tournament begins.
The final round of World Cup 2026 ticket sales kicks off April 1, giving fans one last chance to buy seats before the tournament begins.
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.
Fan groups file complaint against FIFA over World Cup ticket prices, final seats up to $8,680: report
Soccer fans are taking legal action over World Cup ticket prices. A complaint filed with the European Commission accuses FIFA of charging excessive prices and using unfair sales tactics.
Soccer fans are taking legal action over World Cup ticket prices. A complaint filed with the European Commission accuses FIFA of charging excessive prices and using unfair sales tactics.
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.
What to know about Philadelphia’s FIFA Fan Festival at Lemon Hill
Philadelphia is preparing to host the FIFA Fan Festival at Lemon Hill in Fairmount Park, offering 39 days of free World Cup programming and entertainment.
Philadelphia is preparing to host the FIFA Fan Festival at Lemon Hill in Fairmount Park, offering 39 days of free World Cup programming and entertainment.
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.
Market East to get $1.85M grant for pop-up shops, murals ahead of FIFA World Cup
Philadelphia is investing nearly $2 million to revitalize Market East ahead of major summer events including the FIFA World Cup.
Philadelphia is investing nearly $2 million to revitalize Market East ahead of major summer events including the 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.
Delaware County’s Matt Freese eyes starting goalkeeper spot for US in FIFA World Cup
Matt Freese, a Delaware County native and current New York City FC goalkeeper, is preparing to potentially start for the U.S. Men's National Soccer Team in the FIFA World Cup this summer, with strong support from his Philadelphia-area family.
Matt Freese, a Delaware County native and current New York City FC goalkeeper, is preparing to potentially start for the U.S. Men's National Soccer Team in the FIFA World Cup this summer, with strong support from his Philadelphia-area family.
Trump admin announces $100 million to boost public transit in 2026 FIFA World Cup host cities
The U.S. Transportation Department announced $100 million in funding to help public transit systems in 2026 FIFA World Cup host cities prepare for increased travel demands.
The U.S. Transportation Department announced $100 million in funding to help public transit systems in 2026 FIFA World Cup host cities prepare for increased travel demands.
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.
FIFA World Cup schedule: When are matches in Philadelphia?
Philadelphia will host six matches in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including a Round of 16 match on July 4.
Philadelphia will host six matches in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including a Round of 16 match on July 4.
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.