How to watch today’s FIFA World Cup 2026 matches: Friday, June 12

It's day two of the FIFA World Cup 2026™! Canada takes on Bosnia and Herzegovina, while Team USA plays its first match, taking on Paraguay.  

'Seattle News Weekly': Bellevue 'OnlyFans House' alleged crime ring

On this week's episode of the 'Seattle News Weekly' podcast, Erin Mayovsky and Shawn Chitnis discuss the top stories of the week.

South Korea rallies to beat Czechia 2-1 in World Cup opener

Hwang In-beom scored a goal and set up another as South Korea rallied to defeat the Czech Republic 2-1 in the second match of the 2026 World Cup on Thursday night.

Seattle Center welcomes global fans for 39-day FIFA World Cup celebration

Fans of Mexico and South Africa gathered at Seattle Center Thursday to celebrate the first match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup tournament.

'Summer of Soccer' brings upgrades to Sound Transit

Sound Transit is launching several improvements to its services in time for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

How to navigate Seattle during the World Cup
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Seattle transportation agencies are preparing for 750,000 World Cup visitors by pausing construction. The Washington State Department of Transportation and the Seattle Department of Transportation are implementing a massive plan that includes pedestrian-only zones, increased transit options, and new bicycle routes. Officials are urging commuters to plan ahead and allow extra travel time during the tournament.

New police tech targets unauthorized drones
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Renton police are debuting brand new high-tech gear to keep tourists safe during the World Cup. A new drone trailer will enforce a one-mile no-fly zone around the Belgian national team's base camp, while body cameras will allow officers to instantly translate 56 different languages.

Seattle Center welcomes FIFA World Cup fans
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Fans packed Seattle Center today for the first World Cup match, where Mexico defeated South Africa. The event featured a vibrant parade, loud fans, and a strong sense of global camaraderie. Celebrations are expected to continue with more matches coming up.

Mexico launches its 2026 World Cup campaign with a 2-0 win over South Africa

Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez helped Mexico make an exuberant start to the World Cup on Thursday, scoring a goal each in a 2-0 win over South Africa in the opening match of the tournament.

Pierce Transit launches free soccer fan shuttles
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Pierce Transit is launching the fare-free Fan Zone Express on June 12 to bring fans directly to local Summer of Soccer watching parties. Accessible buses will run a continuous loop every 15 minutes from the Tacoma Dome Station and parking lots. Note that service will briefly pause on opening night for a celebration parade.

2026 FIFA World Cup preview from Los Angeles
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FOX reporter Ashley Dvorkin is live in Los Angeles, California with a preview of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

World Cup: How do you pronounce that player's name?

As anticipation builds for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, this fan-friendly guide offers everything U.S. Men's National Team supporters need to know — from mastering player name pronunciations to tracking key match dates.

FIFA World Cup begins today
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2026 FIFA World Cup officially kicks off Thursday, and though the Seattle matches don't start until next week, the city is ready for weeks and weeks of futbol.

How the 2026 World Cup bracket maps out dream matchups
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As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, soccer fans worldwide are already mapping out the knockout bracket in search of potential blockbuster showdowns.

Belgium winger Jérémy Doku returns to practice ahead of World Cup opener

Belgium winger Jérémy Doku returned to practice Wednesday, a day after reportedly leaving a training session early, as the team prepares for its World Cup opener against Egypt in Seattle on Monday.

Inside the massive Seattle stadium transformation
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With the World Cup countdown nearing zero, FIFA is offering a rare look inside the newly transformed Seattle stadium featuring real grass, local food, and an interactive fan zone.

Seattle soccer celebration barge docks at Pier 62
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Local soccer teams and waterfront officials have unveiled a two-level soccer celebration barge at Pier 62 for fans to watch the upcoming World Cup.