FIFA World Cup

With the FIFA World Cup just weeks away, Seattle leaders are expanding transit services, pausing I-5 construction, and urging fans to leave their cars behind to manage the massive influx of visitors.

The Seattle Sounders and Reign FC announced there will be a custom-built floating soccer pitch that will sit on top of a maritime vessel in Elliott Bay near Pier 62 on the Seattle Waterfront. 

One Seattle couple is getting ready to kick off the World Cup by hosting a concert for Bosnia right next to the stadium, and important event not just for Bosnia, but their family as well.

U.S. men’s national team midfielder Johnny Cardoso will miss the 2026 World Cup after suffering an ankle injury in training. It's a major blow that leaves a massive gap just 30 days before the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. See how rising local talents in the Cascadia region are preparing for their chance to represent their country on the global stage.

The World Cup comes to Seattle next month, and we're counting down the days. 

The countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup is officially on. Futbol HQ breaks down the U.S. Men’s National Team roster decisions, follows diehard fans traveling across continents to support their countries, and explores how cities and communities are preparing for soccer’s biggest stage. Plus, a look at new youth soccer investments, a behind-the-scenes USMNT documentary, and even a chance to get paid to watch every match.

We know about the World Cup coming to Seattle and Vancouver, B.C. but Mexico will host 13 games in three different cities as well. 

Russell's Tavern in the Wallingford neighborhood is preparing to open for every match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, offering fans a local spot to celebrate and watch the games.

We are around a month away from the FIFA World Cup games and the excitement is growing by the day for soccer fans. Not only are fans in Seattle ready for the games, but also our neighbors up north in beautiful Vancouver, British Columbia.