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WORLD CUP 2026


NEW YORK NEW JERSEY HOST COMMITTEE ANNOUNCES $3.5 BILLION IN REGIONAL ECONOMIC IMPACT FROM FIFA WORLD CUP 2026™
Today, the FIFA World Cup 2026™ New York New Jersey Host Committee announced that FIFA World Cup 2026™ generated $3.5 billion in total economic impact across New York and New Jersey, exceeding the region’s original projected impact of $3.3 billion. The Economic and Fiscal Impact of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on the New York and New Jersey Region report, conducted by Tourism Economics, an Oxford Economics company, demonstrates the extraordinary scale of economic activity created

Laura Kepus
Aug 266 min read


España Campeona del Mundo
In a match between the European and South American Champion, Spain provided a dominant performance in beating Argentina 1-0 in the 2026 World Cup Final.

E Lopez
Jul 193 min read


New York Cosmos Unite Legends, Current Team and Community as World Cup Final Weekend Begins in New Jersey
Museum reception celebrates the club's unmatched FIFA World Cup legacy while inspiring a new generation through education and community engagement

New York Cosmos
Jul 175 min read


2026 World Cup Final: La Finalissima
Spain will play Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final on Sunday, July 19, 2026, at MetLife Stadium at 3 PM ET.

E Lopez
Jul 162 min read


2026 FIFA World Cup Semifinals
The 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinals feature a lineup of the world's top four ranked teams: France vs. Spain on July 14, and England vs. Argentina on July 15.

E Lopez
Jul 121 min read


2026 FIFA World Cup Quarterfinals
The 2026 FIFA World Cup Quarterfinals are officially set, running from Thursday, July 9 through Saturday, July 11. Eight teams remain in the tournament: France, Morocco, Spain, Belgium, Norway, England, Argentina, and Switzerland. UEFA has had great success in the tournament with 6 of the 8 remaining teams being from Europe.

E Lopez
Jul 81 min read


U.S. Eliminated from World Cup after lopsided 4-1 defeat to Belgium
The United States Men's National Team (USMNT) was officially eliminated from the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Monday, July 6, 2026. The host nation suffered a humiliating 4-1 defeat against Belgium in the Round of 16.

E Lopez
Jul 72 min read


New York Cosmos and The Charles J. Muth Museum Officially Open Cosmos and the Cup Exhibit Following Successful July 4 Debut
Following a successful soft opening during the Cosmos’ match at Hinchliffe Stadium on July 4, the New York Cosmos and The Charles J. Muth Museum are pleased to announce that Cosmos and the Cup: Local Legends – Global Glory is now fully open to the public during regular museum hours through July 31.

New York Cosmos
Jul 73 min read


USA Defeat Bosnia and Herzegovina to reach last 16(2-0)
The United States Men's National Team (USMNT) defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 on Wednesday night at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium to advance to the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16.

E Lopez
Jul 21 min read


2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 bracket Finalized
The 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 bracket is officially finalized, following the conclusion of the group stage. For the first time in history, the tournament's expansion to 48 teams introduces this direct single-elimination knockout stage. It features the top two teams from each of the 12 groups alongside the eight best third-place finishers.

E Lopez
Jun 281 min read


Türkiye defeats the United States 3–2
Türkiye defeated the United States 3–2 with a dramatic last-second goal from Kaan Ayhan in the final match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Group D stage. Despite the tough loss at Los Angeles Stadium, the USMNT still clinched first place in Group D and has successfully advanced to the Round of 32 knockout stage.

E Lopez
Jun 261 min read


U.S. clinches spot in WC Knockout Round with 2-0 win over Australia
The United States Men's National Soccer Team (USMNT) defeated Australia 2-0 today, in their second group stage match of the FIFA World Cup.

E Lopez
Jun 191 min read


US earns historic 4-1 win in World Cup opener
The U.S. Men's National Team (USMNT) defeated Paraguay 4–1 on Friday, June 12, 2026, in their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

E Lopez
Jun 132 min read


SI Stadium Friendly: Morocco 1-1 Norway
The international friendly match between Morocco and Norway ended in a 1-1 tie in a match played at the Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, New Jersey. The match served as the final warm-up test for both nations just days before the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

E Lopez
Jun 71 min read


SI Stadium Friendly: Scotland 4-0 Bolivia
Scotland defeated Bolivia 4-0 in their international friendly match on June 6, 2026, held at the Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, New Jersey. The dominant World Cup warm-up victory featured a first-half scoring spree with goals from Lawrence Shankland (5'), Scott McTominay (23'), and a brace from Ché Adams (30', 45').

E Lopez
Jun 71 min read


SI Stadium Friendly: Guatemala 1-3 Czechia
Czechia defeated Guatemala 3-1 in an international friendly held at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, New Jersey. The match, served as a final warmup for the 2026 World Cup for Czechia.

E Lopez
Jun 51 min read


Group L Breakdown – 2026 World Cup
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, we take a look at the 12 groups. Today we take a look at Group L.

Jorge "Jumpy" Martinez
Jun 53 min read


Group K Breakdown – 2026 World Cup
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, we take a look at the 12 groups. Today we take a look at Group K.

Jorge "Jumpy" Martinez
Jun 43 min read


New York City FC to Launch “City Corner” at NYNJ World Cup 26 Queens Group Stage HQ as Part of Summer Programming Celebrating FIFA World Cup 2026™
New York City FC’s immersive fan activation at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center will anchor a summer of World Cup programming across the New York region, connecting fans to their home Club, its partners and its future home at Etihad Park

NYCFC Communications
Jun 26 min read


Group J Breakdown – 2026 World Cup
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, we take a look at the 12 groups. Today we take a look at Group J.

Jorge "Jumpy" Martinez
Jun 23 min read
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