Bay Area officials say region ready for World Cup
Bay Area officials say they are prepared to safely manage hundreds of thousands of visitors as the region prepares to host its first FIFA World Cup matches in just over a week.
Bay Area officials say they are prepared to safely manage hundreds of thousands of visitors as the region prepares to host its first FIFA World Cup matches in just over a week.
Bay Area transit systems prepare for World Cup surge
Bay Area officials say transportation, security and emergency response plans are in place ahead of the region’s first FIFA World Cup matches, which begin in just over a week.
Bay Area officials say transportation, security and emergency response plans are in place ahead of the region’s first FIFA World Cup matches, which begin in just over a week.
World Cup opening ceremonies: What to know
The 2026 World Cup ceremonies are taking place in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico and will celebrate sports and soccer, while representing the host nations' cultures.
The 2026 World Cup ceremonies are taking place in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico and will celebrate sports and soccer, while representing the host nations' cultures.
The Final Countdown to FIFA World Cup 2026 | Futbol HQ
Around the country and coast-to-coast, we check in the host cities counting down to the kick-off of FIFA World Cup 2026 - starting in less than one week!
Around the country and coast-to-coast, we check in the host cities counting down to the kick-off of FIFA World Cup 2026 - starting in less than one week!
State Department issues travel warning ahead of 2026 World Cup
The U.S. State Department is urging Americans planning to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup to exercise increased caution while traveling, citing concerns about terrorism, crime, and kidnapping.
The U.S. State Department is urging Americans planning to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup to exercise increased caution while traveling, citing concerns about terrorism, crime, and kidnapping.
2026 FIFA World Cup: Bay Area watch parties and events
WATCH PARTY GUIDE: The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off June 11. Here's a guide to watch parties and events happening in the Bay Area.
WATCH PARTY GUIDE: The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off June 11. Here's a guide to watch parties and events happening in the Bay Area.
2026 FIFA World Cup: What teams are playing in the Bay Area?
The Bay Area will host six FIFA World Cup matches with action kicking off on Saturday, June 13.
The Bay Area will host six FIFA World Cup matches with action kicking off on Saturday, June 13.
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?
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.
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
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
Australian Men's National Soccer Team draws crowds in Alameda for open community practice
World Cup excitement arrived in Alameda as fans gathered on the island to watch the Australian Men's National Soccer Team hold an open community training session.
World Cup excitement arrived in Alameda as fans gathered on the island to watch the Australian Men's National Soccer Team hold an open community training session.
USMNT forwards ready to make statement in World Cup — Alejandro Zendejas could be a dark horse
The star power of the USMNT's roster is in its attacking power, led by established veterans Christian Pulisic and Folarin Balogun.
The star power of the USMNT's roster is in its attacking power, led by established veterans Christian Pulisic and Folarin Balogun.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Former US World Cup soccer star Marcelo Balboa 'a little concerned' with USMNT's defense
With the World Cup less than two weeks away, questions are mounting over the defensive stability of the U.S. Men’s National Team.
With the World Cup less than two weeks away, questions are mounting over the defensive stability of the U.S. Men’s National Team.
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.
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.
As excitement grows for FIFA World Cup 26, major brands are launching promotions and giveaways tied to the tournament.