World Cup 2026: Schedules, stories and other information about this year's games in the New York City area and beyond

World Cup 2026

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FIFA drops World Cup sell-off plan

Aug 1

NYPD: Dozens rescued from sex trafficking during World Cup

Jul 23

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UEFA vows accountability for failed World Cup equity plan

UEFA says it has lost confidence in FIFA President Gianni Infantino and that "no option should be off the table" as it will pursue a full review of his now abandoned plan to sell stakes of the World Cup to private equity investors.

Aug 1

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FIFA investigates Argentina players after on-field brawl at World Cup

Jul 20

Spain celebrated World Cup win with NJ pizza

Jul 20

World Cup final: Tri-State area celebrates Spain's win

Jul 20

2026 World Cup final: Spain beats Argentina 1-0 in extra time

Jul 19

Spain wins the World Cup by beating Argentina 1-0 in extra time

Jul 19

Up Close 7/19/26: NJ Transit's price hike, NYC bleeding billions

Jul 19

Latest Videos

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Genuine Cup welcomes over 1,000 neurodiverse athletes

Jul 31

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World Cup winner Lamine Yamal's little brother showed off his own soccer skills on the field!

Jul 20

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NJ shop serves pizza to World Cup winners

Jul 20

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World Cup Winner's Trophy on display ahead of Sunday's FIFA World Cup final

Jul 17

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Countdown to FIFA World Cup Final

Jul 17

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Manhattan restaurant's towering table tribute to World Cup

Jul 2

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Gridlock Alert in New York City for France-Sweden match

Jun 30

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Gridlock alert for France-Sweden World Cup match

Jun 30

Latest Stories

New York, New Jersey gear up for World Cup final between Argentina and Spain

For those without tickets to the match, New York City is hosting one of its largest public watch parties on the Great Lawn in Central Park.

Jul 18

World Cup final set for NYNJ Stadium as Messi, Argentina take on Spain

The final will also feature a first for the World Cup: a halftime show. FIFA says performers will include BTS, Justin Bieber, Madonna and Shakira. President Trump is also expected to attend and present the trophy to the winning team.