Philadelphia World Cup: 13,000 volunteers guide fans, support events citywide
Philadelphia is relying on over 13,000 volunteers to support fans and events during the FIFA World Cup, with organizers emphasizing their essential role.
Philadelphia is relying on over 13,000 volunteers to support fans and events during the FIFA World Cup, with organizers emphasizing their essential role.
Cape Verde’s keeper becomes face of World Cup’s biggest underdog story
Cape Verde’s first FIFA World Cup appearance has already produced one of the tournament’s biggest underdog stories. In a true David vs. Goliath moment, one of the smallest nations to ever reach the World Cup held powerhouse Spain to a 0-0 draw, with 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha becoming an overnight sensation. Vozinha made seven saves against Spain, helping Cape Verde earn its first World Cup point and stunning one of the tournament favorites. The veteran goalkeeper, who plays for Chaves in Portugal’s second division, saw his social media following explode after the match as fans around the world embraced Cape Verde’s historic debut and emotional rise on soccer’s biggest stage.
Cape Verde’s first FIFA World Cup appearance has already produced one of the tournament’s biggest underdog stories. In a true David vs. Goliath moment, one of the smallest nations to ever reach the World Cup held powerhouse Spain to a 0-0 draw, with 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha becoming an overnight sensation. Vozinha made seven saves against Spain, helping Cape Verde earn its first World Cup point and stunning one of the tournament favorites. The veteran goalkeeper, who plays for Chaves in Portugal’s second division, saw his social media following explode after the match as fans around the world embraced Cape Verde’s historic debut and emotional rise on soccer’s biggest stage.
HRVIzak’s YouTube journey from Croatia fan to World Cup voice before Philly match
Croatian American YouTuber HRVIzak built a following around international soccer. Now, Croatia’s World Cup match against Ghana in Philadelphia brings his lifelong connection to the national team into focus.
Croatian American YouTuber HRVIzak built a following around international soccer. Now, Croatia’s World Cup match against Ghana in Philadelphia brings his lifelong connection to the national team into focus.
Philadelphia makes strong impression on visitors as FIFA World Cup host city
Philadelphia hosted its first FIFA World Cup match, impressing international visitors and locals with its hospitality, attractions, and fan experiences.
Philadelphia hosted its first FIFA World Cup match, impressing international visitors and locals with its hospitality, attractions, and fan experiences.
Philadelphia makes strong first impression on FIFA World Cup visitors
The FIFA World Cup is well underway, and Philadelphia is welcoming fans from around the world. Here's a look at what they think of the host city so far.
The FIFA World Cup is well underway, and Philadelphia is welcoming fans from around the world. Here's a look at what they think of the host city so far.
Egypt’s World Cup pride, Mohamed Salah’s legacy and one fan’s love for the Pharaohs
Egyptian Canadian fan Ismail Elhamalawy says Egypt’s World Cup moment is about more than soccer, from Mohamed Salah’s influence to the pride of seeing the national team on a global stage.
Egyptian Canadian fan Ismail Elhamalawy says Egypt’s World Cup moment is about more than soccer, from Mohamed Salah’s influence to the pride of seeing the national team on a global stage.
France vs. Senegal brings World Cup heavyweight clash to New York New Jersey Stadium
France and Senegal meet Tuesday at New York New Jersey Stadium in a Group I World Cup match expected to bring major crowds, transit demand and traffic impacts across the NYC area.
France and Senegal meet Tuesday at New York New Jersey Stadium in a Group I World Cup match expected to bring major crowds, transit demand and traffic impacts across the NYC area.
Fairmount area residents face tickets, towing during Fan Fest despite permits: What we know
Residents near Lemon Hill in Philadelphia are experiencing parking issues, including ticketing and towing, during the FIFA Fan Fest despite having valid permits.
Residents near Lemon Hill in Philadelphia are experiencing parking issues, including ticketing and towing, during the FIFA Fan Fest despite having valid permits.
Cars in Fairmount ticketed and towed despite Fan Fest permits
Residents near Lemon Hill in Philadelphia are experiencing parking issues, including ticketing and towing, during the FIFA Fan Fest despite having valid permits.
Residents near Lemon Hill in Philadelphia are experiencing parking issues, including ticketing and towing, during the FIFA Fan Fest despite having valid permits.
How to watch today’s FIFA World Cup 2026 matches: Tuesday, June 16
It's day six of the FIFA World Cup 2026 with four matches taking place in the U.S.! France takes on Senegal. Iraq and Norway square off, Argentina takes on Algeria and Austria takes on Jordan.
It's day six of the FIFA World Cup 2026 with four matches taking place in the U.S.! France takes on Senegal. Iraq and Norway square off, Argentina takes on Algeria and Austria takes on Jordan.
Cars in Fairmount ticketed and towed despite Fan Fest permits
Residents near Lemon Hill in Philadelphia are experiencing parking issues, including ticketing and towing, during the FIFA Fan Fest despite having valid permits.
Residents near Lemon Hill in Philadelphia are experiencing parking issues, including ticketing and towing, during the FIFA Fan Fest despite having valid permits.
Japan tidies Dallas Stadium locker room after World Cup match
Japanese soccer players showcased their tradition of cleanliness by leaving the Dallas Stadium locker room spotless after Sunday's 2-2 World Cup draw against the Netherlands.
Japanese soccer players showcased their tradition of cleanliness by leaving the Dallas Stadium locker room spotless after Sunday's 2-2 World Cup draw against the Netherlands.
Iran set to kick off their World Cup run amid peace deal
Iran is set to begin their World Cup run in Los Angeles with extra eyes on them as the US and Iran signed a Peace Deal Sunday, bringing an end to the months-long conflict.
Iran is set to begin their World Cup run in Los Angeles with extra eyes on them as the US and Iran signed a Peace Deal Sunday, bringing an end to the months-long conflict.
How to watch today’s FIFA World Cup 2026 matches: Monday, June 15
It's day five of the FIFA World Cup 2026 with four matches taking place in the U.S.! Spain takes on Cabo Verde, Belgium takes on Egypt, Saudi Arabia takes on Uruguay and Iran takes on New Zealand.
It's day five of the FIFA World Cup 2026 with four matches taking place in the U.S.! Spain takes on Cabo Verde, Belgium takes on Egypt, Saudi Arabia takes on Uruguay and Iran takes on New Zealand.
Ecuador fans take over Philadelphia for World Cup opener, but Rocky Statue Curse strikes again
Ecuador fans showed out for their team's World Cup opener, but those who are superstitious may point to something that happened well before kickoff that may have been behind the loss.
Ecuador fans showed out for their team's World Cup opener, but those who are superstitious may point to something that happened well before kickoff that may have been behind the loss.
Ivory Coast, Ecuador fans take over Philadelphia for city's first FIFA World Cup Match
The Rocky Statue Curse struck again, unfortunately for Ecuador and their fans, as Ivory Coast came out on top of Philadelphia's first World Cup match!
The Rocky Statue Curse struck again, unfortunately for Ecuador and their fans, as Ivory Coast came out on top of Philadelphia's first World Cup match!
World Cup fans flood Philadelphia for Ecuador vs Ivory Coast match
Fans from around the world packed South Philadelphia for the World Cup matchup between Ecuador and Ivory Coast, turning the city into a global tailgate celebration. Visitors and locals alike highlighted the cultural energy, international mix and excitement of hosting the tournament in the United States.
Fans from around the world packed South Philadelphia for the World Cup matchup between Ecuador and Ivory Coast, turning the city into a global tailgate celebration. Visitors and locals alike highlighted the cultural energy, international mix and excitement of hosting the tournament in the United States.
Ecuador fans took over Philadelphia ahead of World Cup opener
Ecuador supporters flooded the Parkway and Fairmount Park ahead of the World Cup opener in Philadelphia on Sunday, creating a lively atmosphere. The city’s unofficial “Rocky Statue curse” also resurfaced after Ecuador’s loss following a jersey stunt.
Ecuador supporters flooded the Parkway and Fairmount Park ahead of the World Cup opener in Philadelphia on Sunday, creating a lively atmosphere. The city’s unofficial “Rocky Statue curse” also resurfaced after Ecuador’s loss following a jersey stunt.
Japanese fans clean Dallas Stadium after World Cup opener against Netherlands
Following a 2-2 World Cup draw against the Netherlands, Japanese soccer fans continued their viral post-match tradition by cleaning up trash at Dallas Stadium.
Following a 2-2 World Cup draw against the Netherlands, Japanese soccer fans continued their viral post-match tradition by cleaning up trash at Dallas Stadium.