Seattle's Pioneer Square businesses eye future after FIFA World Cup 2026

Will it last? Local business owners in downtown Seattle expressed optimism that this global exposure will drive lasting summer tourism to the historic neighborhood. We look at the numbers during the World Cup period.

World Cup semifinals set: Which teams are left, how to watch

The World Cup is down to four: France, Spain, England, and Argentina, all standing in each other's way for the title of World Champion.

World Cup Semifinals set: France vs. Spain, Argentina vs. England

The final four are set at the FIFA World Cup, with France-Spain and Argentina-England ready to decide who reaches the championship match at New York New Jersey Stadium.

World Cup: How to watch Argentina vs Switzerland

The FIFA World Cup Quarterfinals continues today with two matches in the U.S. Norway takes on England at Miami Stadium and Argentina and Switzerland take to the pitch at Kansas City Stadium. 

Jayden Adams dies at 25: South African soccer star played in World Cup

Jayden Adams, the South African soccer player who represented his country in the World Cup just weeks ago, has died. He was 25 years old.

More than 1M World Cup visitors spark debate over Seattle Center's future

With more than 1 million visitors during the FIFA World Cup, Seattle Center is at the center of a new conversation: Should the city's iconic civic campus undergo a major makeover?

Sound Transit sets all-time ridership records during Seattle World Cup games

Sound Transit shattered its all-time daily and monthly ridership records during a summer surge driven by major regional events and soccer matches, transit officials announced on Friday.

How to watch today’s World Cup match: Friday, July 10

The FIFA World Cup Quarterfinals continues today with one match between Spain and Belgium on the pitch at Los Angeles Stadium.

'Seattle News Weekly': Wildfire devastation in WA

On this week's episode of the Seattle News Weekly podcast, FOX 13 Seattle's Erin Mayovsky and Felicia Michelle discuss the top headlines of the week.

US star Christian Pulisic fractured leg in loss to Belgium in World Cup match: Report

The Associated Press reports U.S. star Christian Pulisic fractured his right leg during the Americans' World Cup loss to Belgium and will be sidelined for several weeks.

How to watch today’s World Cup match: Thursday, July 9

The FIFA World Cup Quarterfinals get underway today with one match between France and Morocco on the pitch at Boston Stadium.

Streets empty as Seattle gets World Cup break
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After hosting 28 straight days of FIFA World Cup action, Seattle's streets are noticeably empty as the city catches its breath before the quarterfinals begin tomorrow.

Justin Bieber joins Madonna, Shakira and BTS for FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show

Justin Bieber is joining the first-ever FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show, adding another major name to a lineup that already includes Madonna, Shakira and BTS.

FIFA boss faces calls for investigation over Trump contact in red card reversal

European lawmakers are mobilizing to probe FIFA President Gianni Infantino after an unprecedented reversal of a World Cup suspension for U.S. striker Folarin Balogun.

US-Belgium was the most-watched soccer telecast in US history

The latest host-nation game between the United States and Belgium in the round of 16 was a hot ticket for fans and TV ratings, turning the broadcast into a ratings demon that now stands as the most-watched soccer telecast in U.S. history. 

FIFA probes incident between IShowSpeed and fan during World Cup

FIFA said it is investigating an incident involving streamer and YouTuber IShowSpeed and a fan in the stands during Friday's World Cup match between Argentina and Cape Verde.

Seattle businesses see World Cup boost after hosting 6 matches

Seattle organizers say the World Cup brought record hotel revenue, transit ridership and downtown crowds during the six-match run.

Belgian superfan follows World Cup team in 'The Beast'
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After weeks of cheering on the Red Devils, it's finally time for Belgian fans to bid farewell to the Emerald City. But before they left, FOX 13's Lauren Donovan caught up with one superfan who's been on a remarkable road trip.

World Cup brings historic numbers, business boom in Seattle
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Seattle’s run as a host city for the FIFA World Cup has ended, but organizers say the tournament delivered record-breaking crowds, hotel revenue and foot traffic that boosted businesses across the city while offering lessons for future global events.