When a pet “chooses” between two teams to predict the outcome of a major sporting event, the spectacle can draw public attention while supporting a meaningful cause.
Seattle’s World Cup debut sparks joy; Juneteenth match carries deeper mission
The streets of Seattle were still packed with soccer fans three hours after the final whistle, local bars were filled with revelers, and at least one local CEO had a word for the global extravaganza: hope.
Iran and Egypt will meet, uncomfortably, in Seattle’s World Cup ‘Pride Match’
Egypt and Iran are two of the most repressive places in the world for gays and lesbians.
Hwang In-beom sparks South Korea’s 2-1 comeback win over the Czech Republic at the World Cup
Hwang In-beom scored a goal and set up another as South Korea rallied to defeat the Czech Republic 2-1 in the second match of the 2026 World Cup on Thursday night.
Known as ‘Sonaldo’ in Mexico, South Korea star Son feeling like a ‘young boy’ entering 4th World Cup
South Korea captain Son Heung-min enters his fourth World Cup feeling like a “young boy again” and expecting some extra support from the Mexican fans.
Iran soccer body claims fans’ tickets for World Cup games in the US have been revoked
Adding more turmoil to a chaotic World Cup buildup for Iran, the national soccer federation claimed Tuesday that FIFA revoked the ticket allocation for fans at the team’s three group-stage games in the United States.
Asian countries real threat to win World Cup
The 2026 FIFA World Cup begins Thursday and two Asian countries have a big opportunity to shock the soccer world.
Your World Cup guide to Seattle’s Chinatown-International District
As Seattle prepares to welcome the world for the FIFA World Cup from June 15 and July 6, visitors looking for culture, history, and memorable experiences won’t have to go far from Lumen Field.
As World Cup nears, UW professor assesses human rights preparations
With the FIFA World Cup days away, Seattle is preparing in myriad ways—working to streamline transit, coordinating community events, and distributing information.
Same stadium, new name: Why World Cup venues are getting rebranded for the tournament
The stadiums that will host World Cup matches are removing all traces of their usual corporate sponsors in anticipation of the tournament that starts next week.