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 wealth: Cascade Heights businesses eye piece of $500M impact
The Cascade Heights Business District is working to secure a portion of the projected $500 million economic impact from the upcoming World Cup.
The Cascade Heights Business District is working to secure a portion of the projected $500 million economic impact from the upcoming 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.
Here's how Atlanta is preparing to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Atlanta is getting closer to its moment on the global stage as preparations continue for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Atlanta is getting closer to its moment on the global stage as preparations continue for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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.
Play Fair ATL group worries about homeless arrests before FIFA World Cup
Fair Play ATL says Atlanta does not have an adequate Human Rights Action Plan just months before the FIFA World Cup.
Fair Play ATL says Atlanta does not have an adequate Human Rights Action Plan just months before the FIFA World Cup.
Preparing for 2026: Security, Communities, and the World Cup Impact | Futbol HQ
With the World Cup just months away, host cities are accelerating preparations. From youth soccer initiatives and small business opportunities to drone detection technology and community safety efforts, Futbol HQ breaks down how cities are getting ready for 2026.
With the World Cup just months away, host cities are accelerating preparations. From youth soccer initiatives and small business opportunities to drone detection technology and community safety efforts, Futbol HQ breaks down how cities are getting ready for 2026.
Atlanta United, FOX 5 partner to air 'encore' match broadcasts
Atlanta United and FOX 5 have partnered to air free "encore" match replays on Saturdays, starting with the San Jose match on March 7.
Atlanta United and FOX 5 have partnered to air free "encore" match replays on Saturdays, starting with the San Jose match on March 7.
Decatur gives update on World Cup preparations
With the World Cup less than 100 days away, the city of Decatur is preparing to welcome soccer fans from around the world.
With the World Cup less than 100 days away, the city of Decatur is preparing to welcome soccer fans from around the world.
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.
FIFA officials gather in Atlanta to mark 100-days to World Cup
Atlanta marked the 100-day countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a stadium tour and updates on turf management and city preparations.
Atlanta marked the 100-day countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a stadium tour and updates on turf management and city preparations.
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.
Atlanta small businesses prep for $503M World Cup economic windfall this June
Atlanta anticipates a $503 million economic impact from the upcoming World Cup matches starting this June.
Atlanta anticipates a $503 million economic impact from the upcoming World Cup matches starting this June.
Decatur launches WatchFest ‘26 volunteer program
Organizers are recruiting 350 volunteers to staff concerts, assist at community events and serve as city ambassadors during the 34-day Decatur WatchFest ‘26 celebration.
Organizers are recruiting 350 volunteers to staff concerts, assist at community events and serve as city ambassadors during the 34-day Decatur WatchFest ‘26 celebration.
FIFA-related protest planned near Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta
Local demonstrators are set to join environmental activists in nine other cities in protests aimed at sports teams and major events sponsored by oil companies and financial institutions.
Local demonstrators are set to join environmental activists in nine other cities in protests aimed at sports teams and major events sponsored by oil companies and financial institutions.
Everything’s Bigger in Dallas: The World Cup Build Begins | Futbol HQ
Dallas moves to the center of the World Cup spotlight. From AT&T Stadium’s transformation and high-level security planning to MLS growth and rising global attention, see how North Texas is preparing for the biggest sporting event on Earth.
Dallas moves to the center of the World Cup spotlight. From AT&T Stadium’s transformation and high-level security planning to MLS growth and rising global attention, see how North Texas is preparing for the biggest sporting event on Earth.
ICE says it will play a 'key part' in security for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the US: Report
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) will play a role in security planning for the FIFA World Cup 2026, which features matches in New York/New Jersey and Philadelphia, according to reports.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) will play a role in security planning for the FIFA World Cup 2026, which features matches in New York/New Jersey and Philadelphia, according to reports.