2026 World Cup
Kc2026 reveals plans for 2026 world cup fan fest
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Kansas City unveiled renderings and details for the FIFA World Cup 2026 Fan Fest at the National World War I Museum and Memorial on Tuesday. The free event will feature a 65-foot heart-shaped entrance, large screens, and live entertainment for up to 25,000 fans. It will operate for at least 18 days, aligning with the city's hosted matches and U.S. national team games.
Ivanka Trump appointed to FIFA education fund advisory board
FIFA has appointed Ivanka Trump to the advisory board of a $100 million education fund, alongside celebrities like Shakira, The Weeknd and Serena Williams. The fund, created with Global Citizen, aims to support grassroots education in over 200 countries and is partly funded by 2026 World Cup ticket sales. Already $30 million has been raised toward the target, with $1 allocated from each ticket sold.
FIFA announces over 1 million tickets sold for 2026 World Cup
FIFA reported Thursday that more than 1 million tickets have been sold for the 2026 World Cup in North America, marking strong early demand since sales began earlier this month. Buyers hail from 212 countries and territories, with the highest interest from host nations U.S., Canada and Mexico. The tournament, featuring 48 teams across 104 matches, runs from June 11 to July 19.
South Africa Football Association announces Adidas partnership ahead of 2026 World Cup
The South Africa Football Association (SAFA) has entered a new partnership with Adidas, designating the brand as its official technical sponsor. This deal comes as Bafana Bafana prepares for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, for which the team has already qualified.
FIFA Launches Seattle Merchandise Ahead of 2026 World Cup
FIFA has released official merchandise for Seattle's role in the 2026 World Cup, featuring purple-themed items with city slogans. Meanwhile, state officials are considering a toll increase on the SR 99 tunnel to manage traffic during the tournament. Seattle will host six matches, starting June 15, 2026, at Lumen Field.