SEATTLE - The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off Thursday in Mexico City. Seattle will host six matches at Seattle Stadium, including USA versus Australia and two knockout rounds, drawing hundreds of thousands of thirsty fans to the Emerald City throughout June and July.

MEXICO CITY (AP) — As Mexico prepares to co-host the World Cup, coach Javier Aguirre isn’t just focusing on tactical drills and physical fitness. He’s waging a psychological campaign off the pitch, pulling out all the stops to inspire a historic run on home soil.

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The 2026 World Cup kicks off Thursday afternoon with the first group play contests as teams from around the globe look to set the tone for their pursuit of the most prestigious prize in soccer.

Atlanta readies for its first FIFA World Cup match with street upgrades, free ticket giveaways, and citywide watch parties and celebrations.

Be there when Czechia faces South Korea in a World Cup Group A matchup on Thursday, June 11

The tickets will be made available to youth soccer clubs, children and families living with serious illness, frontline nurses and others

A young cancer survivor will be a part of the FIFA World Cup celebrations at Boston Stadium (Gillette Stadium).

See family-friendly options, bars in Los Angeles and several unique venues to catch matches when you're looking to cheer with a crowd.

Tickets are still available for the first of seven matches in Vancouver and as of Tuesday, there were tickets available for about $400 each.

The World Cup is taking over Seattle! Wondering where to watch? We have you covered, whether you're pulling for the United States or another competing squad.

Stay tuned here for all the sights and sounds from Argentina and Iceland's World Cup friendly at Jordan-Hare Stadium.