World Cup host cities ranked: Cheapest to most expensive
Attending a 2026 FIFA World Cup match could cost fans more than $2,100 on average once tickets, airfare, lodging, food and transportation are factored in, according to a LendingTree analysis.
Attending a 2026 FIFA World Cup match could cost fans more than $2,100 on average once tickets, airfare, lodging, food and transportation are factored in, according to a LendingTree analysis.
How to watch the 2026 World Cup
The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off on June 11, marking the start of a historic 48-team tournament. Fans can catch the action live as FOX and FOX Sports broadcast all 104 matches.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off on June 11, marking the start of a historic 48-team tournament. Fans can catch the action live as FOX and FOX Sports broadcast all 104 matches.
How a New Zealand soccer player went from under 5K Instagram followers to 5.6 million in days
A New Zealand soccer player became one of the World Cup’s most unexpected viral stories after an Argentine influencer urged fans to follow him.
A New Zealand soccer player became one of the World Cup’s most unexpected viral stories after an Argentine influencer urged fans to follow him.
How to fill out a 2026 World Cup bracket as FIFA launches its online predictor
Fans can now make their picks for the 2026 FIFA World Cup using FIFA’s bracket predictor, as the tournament expands to 48 teams and a new knockout format.
Fans can now make their picks for the 2026 FIFA World Cup using FIFA’s bracket predictor, as the tournament expands to 48 teams and a new knockout format.
Learn World Cup words in American Sign Language before the tournament begins
The World Cup is a global language of its own, and one creator is helping more fans feel included by teaching essential soccer signs in ASL.
The World Cup is a global language of its own, and one creator is helping more fans feel included by teaching essential soccer signs in ASL.
New World Cup rules: What fans need to know about VAR, time-wasting and red cards
The 2026 World Cup will feature new soccer rules on VAR, time-wasting, substitutions, injuries, mouth covering and more.
The 2026 World Cup will feature new soccer rules on VAR, time-wasting, substitutions, injuries, mouth covering and more.
Biggest blowouts in World Cup history: The largest defeats the tournament has ever seen
Brazil’s 7-1 loss to Germany is one of the most famous modern World Cup blowouts, but it is not the biggest defeat in tournament history.
Brazil’s 7-1 loss to Germany is one of the most famous modern World Cup blowouts, but it is not the biggest defeat in tournament history.
The Ranch presents Pitch Live
We're just two days out from FIFA World Cup 2026. FOX 26's Coco Dominguez checked out The Ranch Presents Pitch Live on Tuesday.
We're just two days out from FIFA World Cup 2026. FOX 26's Coco Dominguez checked out The Ranch Presents Pitch Live on Tuesday.
Houston World Cup fans urged to plan ahead as parking costs climb and security changes take effect
Houston World Cup organizers are urging fans to make transportation plans before attending matches. FIFA says parking passes must be purchased at least 24 hours before kickoff, while officials recommend arriving early and considering options like METRORail to avoid traffic and security delays.
Houston World Cup organizers are urging fans to make transportation plans before attending matches. FIFA says parking passes must be purchased at least 24 hours before kickoff, while officials recommend arriving early and considering options like METRORail to avoid traffic and security delays.
Parking during FIFA World Cup in Houston
Parking is expected to be a must for fans during the FIFA World Cup matches in Houston. FOX 26's Karys Belger explains.
Parking is expected to be a must for fans during the FIFA World Cup matches in Houston. FOX 26's Karys Belger explains.
Texas investigates FIFA over 2026 World Cup ticket seat downgrades
Texas has launched an investigation into FIFA over allegations that fans paying premium prices for 2026 World Cup tickets were downgraded to lower-tier seats.
Texas has launched an investigation into FIFA over allegations that fans paying premium prices for 2026 World Cup tickets were downgraded to lower-tier seats.
No fly zones enforced for drones near Texas' 2026 World Cup venues
Texas DPS is warning drone operators that unauthorized flights near 2026 World Cup matches face immediate aircraft seizure and criminal charges under strict new airspace restrictions.
Texas DPS is warning drone operators that unauthorized flights near 2026 World Cup matches face immediate aircraft seizure and criminal charges under strict new airspace restrictions.
Hosting FIFA World Cup party? Here are soccer-themed food, drink items you can get
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup just days away, major brands are rolling out soccer-themed snacks, drinks and collectibles to help fans celebrate.
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup just days away, major brands are rolling out soccer-themed snacks, drinks and collectibles to help fans celebrate.
Houston drivers worried about World Cup traffic? Here's what transportation officials want you to know
Houston drivers concerned about traffic during the 2026 FIFA World Cup can expect heavier congestion around event areas, according to transportation officials. METRO and TxDOT recommend planning ahead, leaving early, checking Houston TranStar and DriveTexas for updates, and considering alternatives like park-and-ride, rail and bus service.
Houston drivers concerned about traffic during the 2026 FIFA World Cup can expect heavier congestion around event areas, according to transportation officials. METRO and TxDOT recommend planning ahead, leaving early, checking Houston TranStar and DriveTexas for updates, and considering alternatives like park-and-ride, rail and bus service.
Viewers concerned about daily commute during World Cup
Numerous FOX 26 viewers have reached out asking about how the daily commute will be affected as the World Cup is going in Houston. FOX 26's Karys Belger explains
Numerous FOX 26 viewers have reached out asking about how the daily commute will be affected as the World Cup is going in Houston. FOX 26's Karys Belger explains
FULL INTERVIEW: Houston Host Committee President talks preps ahead of World Cup
Houston Host Committee President Chris Canetti spoke with FOX 26's Caroline Collins and Anthony Antoine ahead of the first game of FIFA World Cup 2026.
Houston Host Committee President Chris Canetti spoke with FOX 26's Caroline Collins and Anthony Antoine ahead of the first game of FIFA World Cup 2026.
FULL VIDEO: Inside FIFA Fan Festival in Houston
The World Cup is just days away from kickoff. We've got an exclusive inside look at FIFA Fan Festival in Houston. Check it out!!
The World Cup is just days away from kickoff. We've got an exclusive inside look at FIFA Fan Festival in Houston. Check it out!!
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.
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.
Houston enters final stretch of World Cup preparations as first match approaches
Houston is entering the final phase of FIFA World Cup 2026 preparations. Here's what's happening with transportation, road construction, security measures, Fan Fest and other projects before Houston's first World Cup match on June 14.
Houston is entering the final phase of FIFA World Cup 2026 preparations. Here's what's happening with transportation, road construction, security measures, Fan Fest and other projects before Houston's first World Cup match on June 14.
FIFA World Cup 2026: Czechia national team hosts open training session at Mansfield Stadium
Fans pack the stands in Mansfield as Czechia hosts its first open World Cup practice at the city's brand-new stadium ahead of their tournament opener.
Fans pack the stands in Mansfield as Czechia hosts its first open World Cup practice at the city's brand-new stadium ahead of their tournament opener.