Will tailgating be allowed at Texas World Cup matches?

Reports circulated widely this week that an American football tradition would not be allowed during the World Cup, but that news has since become confused amid a flurry of official statements.

World Cup 2026 Shockers: No Tailgating, U.S. Soccer Shakeup & Ticket Price Controversy!
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From a surprising tailgating ban to major leadership changes within U.S. Soccer, the road to the 2026 World Cup is already full of drama. We also explore a Texas shop bringing English football culture stateside and the growing backlash over rising ticket prices.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Arlington officials clarify tailgating rules for Dallas matches

At a town hall meeting hosted by Arlington city council member Mauricio Galante on Thursday night, Arlington police confirmed that tailgating itself will be allowed during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. However, by Friday morning, officials walked back that statement.

FIFA adds even more expensive World Cup ticket groups. What we know

Ahead of the start of the 2026 World Cup, FIFA has introduced even more expensive ticket categories, pushing prices for prime seats for matches to prominent levels.

FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour 2026: See the 23 cities left before June kickoff

The World Cup trophy will soon blow into the Windy City as soccer fans in all of the tournament’s host cities – as well as several more – will get a sneak preview of one of sports’ biggest prizes.

World Cup Fever: Superfans, Security, and Global Stories | Futbol HQ
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World Cup excitement hits new heights on Futbol HQ. From a superfan willing to sell his home for the ultimate soccer experience to cities ramping up security and preparations, we take you inside the countdown to 2026.

2026 World Cup tickets: Final sales window open; Resale starts April 2

Soccer fans who still need seats for the FIFA World Cup have one more chance to grab their tickets for this summer’s tournament. 

Mansfield Stadium to host Czechia national team for 2026 FIFA World Cup

Czechia has secured its place in the 2026 World Cup after defeating Denmark in a penalty shootout and will establish its official tournament training headquarters at Mansfield Stadium.

Sweden clinches 2026 World Cup spot, will play in Arlington

Sweden has officially joined the 2026 World Cup lineup in Dallas after defeating Poland in a playoff, finalizing the city's schedule of nine matches and designating Frisco as the team's primary training base.

A $15K payment looming for some World Cup players and fans just to enter the country

Players and fans from certain countries who have qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup are looking at a payment of a $15,000 bond to enter the United States. 

Texas awards $116M in public safety grants for 2026 FIFA World Cup security

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has awarded $116 million in public safety grants to host cities to bolster security, equipment, and emergency coordination ahead of the upcoming FIFA World Cup.

World Cup: 16 UEFA teams to participate in play-off tournament for four World Cup spots

The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) will hold its second round play-off to determine the final four teams that will compete for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.