World Cup 2026: These players competing in the soccer tournament play for professional clubs

With the 2026 World Cup just days away, here is a complete guide to the soccer club teams that Team USA’s players call home when they aren't wearing the stars and stripes on the global stage.

FIFA Fan Festival opens Thursday at Fair Park
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Excitement is building across North Texas as we are just three days away from the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup! FOX 4's Paige Ellenberger has what you can expect in DFW.

Dallas Stadium bag policy: What you can and cannot bring to World Cup matches

Planning to attend the World Cup? Check the strict Dallas Stadium clear bag policy, size limits, and full list of prohibited items before you head to the matches.

Sweden team places order at Scandinavian store in Plano
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The Swedish soccer team will stay in Frisco during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and the team will receive some goods from a local Scandinavian store to help them feel more at home. FOX 4's Casey Stegall has more.

Czechia in World Cup for first time since 2006
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Some national teams are already getting some practice in as they host a public training session at Mansfield Stadium.

Sweden National Team arrives in North Texas for World Cup

Sweden has officially arrived in North Texas, making Frisco its home base as preparations begin for the FIFA World Cup 2026.

Sweden National Team arrives in North Texas
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Sweden has officially arrived in North Texas, making Frisco its home base as preparations begin for the FIFA World Cup 2026.

Team Czechia arrives in Dallas for World Cup stay
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Ahead of their three matches in the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the Czechia national team arrived in North Texas to use Mansfield Stadium as their base camp. FOX 4's Dionne Anglin was on site for their arrival.

World Cup opening ceremonies: What to know

The 2026 World Cup ceremonies are taking place in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico and will celebrate sports and soccer, while representing the host nations' cultures.

The Final Countdown to FIFA World Cup 2026 | Futbol HQ
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Around the country and coast-to-coast, we check in the host cities counting down to the kick-off of FIFA World Cup 2026 - starting in less than one week!

State Department issues travel warning ahead of 2026 World Cup

The U.S. State Department is urging Americans planning to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup to exercise increased caution while traveling, citing concerns about terrorism, crime, and kidnapping.

Czechia National Team arrives in North Texas for World Cup

The Czechia National Team arrives at Dallas Love Field on Friday to establish their base camp at Mansfield Stadium ahead of the World Cup.

Texas World Cup crowds lead officials to launch Operation Safe Summer

Texas officials are coordinating their efforts to keep World Cup visitors safe in the state’s biggest cities with the tournament slated to start next week.

Trinity Metro adds charter buses for Fort Worth travelers
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As cities across North Texas finalize plans to help hundreds of thousands of visitors navigate our area, we expect an update on World Cup transit today.

Sweden soccer places order at Scandinavian store in Plano
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The Swedish soccer team will stay in Frisco during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and the team will receive some goods from a local Scandinavian store to help them feel more at home. FOX 4's Casey Stegall has more.

How to get to Dallas Stadium without a car

Soccer fans traveling to Dallas Stadium for FIFA World Cup matches can utilize expanded public transit, shuttle buses, rideshare services, or rental cars to navigate the trip to Arlington.

Transportation around North Texas remains key for World Cup
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With matches, watch parties, and other events related to the World Cup about to begin across North Texas, how can you get to where you want to go? FOX 4's Steven Dial has the answers, from renting cars to public transportation.