Dallas is lone finalist for FIFA World Cup International Broadcast Center

The last time the World Cup was in the United States, Dallas was also the site of the IBC. The deal would result in thousands of journalists from all over the world calling Dallas home for several weeks.

North Texas officials ready transportation plan for 2026 FIFA World Cup

The host committee is responsible for transporting FIFA teams, officials, volunteers and employees. That's on top of the ticketed fans. It has to have a transportation plan in to FIFA by March.

FIFA tackling unique problem at 2026 World Cup: Natural grass in 5 indoor stadiums

AT&T Stadium installed a natural turf surface for the Concacaf Nations League finals. But there's a big difference between playing a few matches over a long weekend and hosting nine World Cup games.

Dallas World Cup 2026 preparations underway
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Preparations are underway in North Texas for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Dallas city leaders got an update on some of the logistics, including the locations of training facilities, base camps, fan events, and more.

City planners gear up for World Cup 2026 matches in North Texas

The fanfare of Dallas being selected as a host city for the 2026 World Cup has simmered. Now, the logistical marathon has begun.

AT&T Stadium to make big changes for 2026 World Cup
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AT&T Stadium will go by a different name and the field itself will be drastically changed to get ready for the 2026 World Cup. The Ticket's Peter Welpton talks about the excitement for the tournament and the changes we are making.

2026 World Cup: How you can volunteer for the event

The Dallas Sports Commission says thousands of people are going to be needed in the summer of 2026 for the World Cup.

Dan Hunt on Dallas not getting World Cup Final
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FC Dallas' Dan Hunt was the chairman of the local organizing committee for the 2026 World Cup. While Dallas did not get the final, it did get the most matches of any city. He says the tournament shows how far the sport has come in the U.S.

Soccer fans react to 2026 World Cup announcement
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Fans felt a mix of emotions while watching FIFA officials announce the 2026 World Cup schedule. Many were hoping the final match would be played in North Texas.

Fans react to World Cup match location announcement
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Soccer fans in North Texas patiently waited for the announcement about where the 2026 World Cup final would be played. Many were disappointed to learn it will be played at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. But they're still excited for the semi-final game that will be played here.

Dallas to host 9 World Cup matches, not final
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Of the more than 100 World Cup games hosted in 16 cities around the world, we now know how many will be played in North Texas. AT&T Stadium will host nine games including a semi-final match beginning in June 2026.

North Texans excited for 2026 World Cup, but disappointed AT&T Stadium didn't get the final

North Texas soccer fans were disappointed when they found out AT&T Stadium won’t host the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final. However, there's a lot of excitement for what the World Cup means in general for the growth of soccer in the DFW Metroplex.