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.
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.
Mansfield Stadium to host Czechia national team for 2026 FIFA World Cup
Czechia has secured its place in the 2026 World Cup after defeating Denmark in a penalty shootout and will establish its official tournament training headquarters at Mansfield Stadium.
Czechia has secured its place in the 2026 World Cup after defeating Denmark in a penalty shootout and will establish its official tournament training headquarters at Mansfield Stadium.
Sweden clinches 2026 World Cup spot, will play in Arlington
Sweden has officially joined the 2026 World Cup lineup in Dallas after defeating Poland in a playoff, finalizing the city's schedule of nine matches and designating Frisco as the team's primary training base.
Sweden has officially joined the 2026 World Cup lineup in Dallas after defeating Poland in a playoff, finalizing the city's schedule of nine matches and designating Frisco as the team's primary training base.
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.
Texas awards $116M in public safety grants for 2026 FIFA World Cup security
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has awarded $116 million in public safety grants to host cities to bolster security, equipment, and emergency coordination ahead of the upcoming FIFA World Cup.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has awarded $116 million in public safety grants to host cities to bolster security, equipment, and emergency coordination ahead of the upcoming FIFA World Cup.
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.
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.
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.



















