Soccer

More than 30 Dallas-Fort Worth artists were invited to paint unique designs for the downtown district’s “Summer of Soccer” celebration.

Some veterans from the last World Cup — like forward Christian Pulisic and midfielders Weston McKennie and Tyler Adams — made the team. The roster includes 13 newcomers as well.

In the second episode of the When the World Comes to Texas podcast, we explore the world of youth soccer and how FC Dallas Youth Academy came to be one of the best programs in the country.

Experience World Cup matches at engaging watch parties or visit local museums and businesses celebrating soccer in creative ways.

Eight teams will arrive to Arlington sporting away kits designed by Nike, Adidas, Puma and Kelme for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Dallas Police will open a new downtown command center ahead of World Cup.

Ensuring public safety during the FIFA World Cup likely will cost the county more from its own pocket than its cut of $50 million for North Texas to share.

KERA has launched a new five-episode podcast about the World Cup coming to Texas. Hosted by Ron Corning and Miranda Suarez, the episodes dive into the sport of soccer in North Texas with fascinating conversations with individuals from all different corners from soccer culture in the area.

Bright green letters that read “Norma Knobel Hunt Stadium” over the entrance and the plaque on a brick wall nearby with Hunt’s photo and biography were added in the last few months.

A recent survey of hoteliers in the Dallas area and Houston found anticipated demand is not translating into strong hotel bookings less than 40 days from the start of the tournament.

“More Than a Match” is split into four exhibits that display historic jerseys and artifacts from iconic players like Pelé and Messi.

FIFA has canceled hotel block reservations in Dallas and Arlington just months before the 2026 World Cup is scheduled to begin, officials confirmed to KERA.