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The iconic Maracanã in Rio de Janeiro will host both the opening match and final of the 2027 Women's World Cup, making history as one of only three stadiums worldwide to host finals for both men's and women's tournaments. This marks the first time the Women's World Cup comes to South America.
Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time to claim their second World Cup title, becoming the first nation in 16 years to hold both the European Championship and World Cup simultaneously. Ferran Torres' late goal sealed the victory at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
Morocco just proved it can handle the world's biggest sporting event by flawlessly hosting the 24-team Africa Cup of Nations. With five world-class stadiums already tested and a massive $1.4 billion investment underway, the North African nation is ready to co-host the 2030 World Cup with Spain and Portugal.
Morocco's Grand Stade Hassan II, set to become the world's largest purpose-built football stadium at 115,000 seats, is 30% complete and racing toward a 2027 finish. What started as a dream during failed World Cup bids is now a billion-dollar reality challenging Madrid for hosting the 2030 final.
Nearly 2,000 stadium workers secured a major labor victory just days before Los Angeles hosts World Cup matches. The agreement includes pay raises, job protections, and unprecedented safety rights. #
Just hours after Formula One roared away, Miami's Hard Rock Stadium began an ambitious transformation to host the 48-team World Cup starting next month. The venue is swapping race tracks for real grass in one of sports' most dramatic makeovers.
After three decades of dreaming, the Kansas City Chiefs transformed their 53-year-old stadium to welcome the World Cup. Argentina kicks off eight historic matches next month at the revamped venue.
Arrowhead Stadium is getting a massive upgrade to host 2026 FIFA World Cup matches, with new lighting, better sound, and temporary changes that will make it soccer-ready. The best part? Everything goes back to normal for Chiefs fans once the tournament wraps up.
Brazil will make history next summer when Rio de Janeiro's iconic Maracana Stadium hosts the 2027 Women's World Cup final. FIFA just unveiled the complete match schedule, bringing the world's biggest women's soccer tournament to South America for the first time.
Three Mexican stadiums made major environmental upgrades to host the 2026 World Cup, earning prestigious LEED certifications for sustainability. The transformation shows how major sporting venues can become models for water conservation, energy efficiency, and waste reduction.
After a 2-2 draw with the Netherlands at the World Cup in Dallas, hundreds of Japanese fans stayed behind to clean the stadium while their national team left the locker room spotless. The humble tradition reflects a culture where cleaning is part of daily life from childhood.
Getting lost in a massive stadium is about to become a thing of the past. Uber is launching enhanced indoor navigation to help millions of World Cup fans find their way from their seats to ride pickups in 2026.
Cairo International Stadium will host a major celebration Monday to honor Egypt's national football team after their historic 2026 FIFA World Cup performance. President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi already welcomed the team in New Alamein City for their remarkable achievement.
Japanese soccer fans went viral for cleaning up stadiums after World Cup matches, continuing a cultural tradition that's capturing hearts worldwide. Their coach says it's a point of pride, even as the gesture sparks unexpected conversations.
After a 2-2 draw with the Netherlands in Texas, Japanese soccer fans stayed behind to pick up every piece of litter, turning stadium cleanup into an inspiring display of cultural values. It's a tradition that starts in elementary school and has become their signature at every World Cup.
After their World Cup match in Texas, Japanese fans stayed behind to pick up every piece of litter, leaving the stadium spotless. It's a tradition rooted in lessons learned as early as primary school.
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The 2026 FIFA World Cup is making history as the biggest soccer tournament ever, with record-breaking attendance, heartwarming fan traditions, and unforgettable moments of joy across three North American host countries. From Viking rowing celebrations to Japanese fans cleaning stadiums after losses, the tournament shows sports bringing out the best in people worldwide.
Houstonians will line up over 1,000 soccer balls in Hermann Park this April, breaking a world record while celebrating the city's upcoming World Cup matches. The soccer balls will then go to local youth programs across the city.
Brazil's legendary Maracanã Stadium will make history in 2027 as the first venue ever to host both men's and women's World Cup finals plus Olympic gold medal matches for both genders. The iconic Rio de Janeiro stadium joins an elite club while standing alone in a category all its own.
Thousands gathered on one of Mexico City's grandest boulevards to create the world's largest Mexican wave outside a stadium, celebrating the country's third time hosting soccer's biggest tournament. The joyful event honored the 40th anniversary of the wave's debut at the 1986 World Cup in Mexico.
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