Diverse. Complicated. United. This is what it is to be a USMNT soccer fan

As part of a special World Cup series, The Athletic is speaking to fans of all 48 competing nations to capture their unique ...
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FIFA WORLD CUP 2026: Singapore fan demand for WC travel drops by half as costs soar

The 2026 FIFA World Cup being held across Canada, Mexico and the United States is set to be the biggest tournament in history ...

Eli Manning, soccer groupie? Giants legend boosts World Cup fandom — and predicts ‘long shot’ to take trophy: ‘You just need a magic play’

Even a soccer legend can be a merch-collecting fanboy. Former Italian defender Alessandro Nesta has amassed coveted Panini ...

Lionel Messi comes to Kyle Field: World Cup friendly at Texas A&M could mark largest crowd of legend's career

The world's most iconic athlete will meet one of America's most iconic college sports cathedrals when Argentina takes on ...

Kansas City will be speaking their language as multitudes arrive for World Cup

Translation and interpretation are critical as fans from abroad arrive for matches.
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100,000 empanadas and 1,000 pounds of coffee beans: KC-area vendors prep for FIFA World Cup Fan Festival

Mocha Point Yemeni Coffee Co., based in Overland Park, is one of the chosen spots. In preparation, the coffee house has ...
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Why soccer fandom in Latin America feels almost sacred

The chain that hung from Santiago García’s neck carried no crosses or saint medals, yet it felt sacred nonetheless. When García’s grandmother fell sick ...