The World Cup is about soccer, but fans say it's also about joy, heartbreak and new cultural experiences. We're taking a look back at some of the biggest topics and events throughout the tournament's tenure in North Texas.

Bastille Day in Bishop Arts was extra special this year, as France played in the World Cup semifinal in nearby Dallas Stadium.

France, an early favorite to win the championship, is going home. Spain awaits the results of the other semifinal between England and Argentina on Wednesday. The winner of that match will join Spain in the winner-takes-all finale on Sunday.

The economic impact of the tournament was hit or miss, depending on what the business caters to, owners said.

When the FIFA World Cup came to North Texas, lifelong soccer enthusiast Martin Kelman temporarily offered his memorabilia collection to the Frisco Heritage Museum.

Tourists from Brazil, Colombia and Singapore, among the 1.5 million Stockyards visitors during the World Cup, share their experiences.

After scoring the winning goal during Norway's 2-1 victory against Ivory Coast, superstar Erling Haaland celebrated made his way to buy some western wear.

One Argentine steakhouse even ran out of meat, potatoes and beer on Monday, when fans gathered there to watch Lionel Messi break the scoring record in World Cups.

Argentine superstar Lionel Messi, who's about to turn 39 years old, is coming to North Texas for the World Cup.

The Londoner Pub, a Dallas staple for soccer fans, opened its doors in Arlington as the World Cup began. As the packed house belted out a song to the tune of Neil Diamond’s “Sweet Caroline,” chief operations officer Charlotte Tate said the soccer crowds had “the best vibe and atmosphere.”

Demonstrators at North Texas World Cup kickoff game aim to educate international visitors on ICE presence throughout the games.

Fans from across the world attended the game and the prematch festivities in Arlington’s Entertainment District.