How playing in the U.S. may be fueling Lionel Messi's latest World Cup run
Lionel Messi's move to America will look like a masterstroke if he leads Argentina to back-to-back World Cup titles.
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Lionel Messi's move to America will look like a masterstroke if he leads Argentina to back-to-back World Cup titles.
Walking alongside local student-athletes, the rookies spent the afternoon learning about the neighborhood's rich history, its cultural impact, and the generations of Black leaders who shaped it.
Despite the heat on Friday afternoon, a large crowd gathered at Bayfront Park to watch Team USA face off in its second match of the World Cup.
Lionel Messi's family confirmed that his father, Jorge Messi, is undergoing medical treatment for an undisclosed illness.
Lionel Messi tied the Men's World Cup goals record with his first World Cup hat trick as Argentina topped Algeria.
When the clock struck 6 p.m. Monday for Miami's first match, some fans were already in their seats while others were still stuck outside.
Fans said the international energy, singing and camaraderie made the experience memorable despite the scoreless result.
Abdulelah Al-Amri scored on a rebound in the 41st minute for Saudi Arabia, and Uruguay's Maxi Araújo responded with an equalizer in the 80th as the teams played to a 1-1 draw in their World Cup opener.
Drivers should expect road closures and heavy traffic near Miami Stadium as Miami hosts seven FIFA World Cup matches.
With matches being played in 11 cities across the U.S., Mexico and Canada, fans are getting three World Cup opening ceremonies.
Thousands of fans will head to Miami Stadium to watch Saudi Arabia take on Uruguay on Monday, June 15.
At age 18, Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal is regarded as one of the world's best soccer players, just a few years after bursting onto the pro scene. He reflects on his roots and his rise to the top.
The Somali referee who was denied entry to the United States for the World Cup will still be paid his full tournament fee.
The U.S. men's national soccer team made easy work of Paraguay in its World Cup opener Friday, defeating the South American side 4-1 at SoFi Stadium.
The festival grounds have been transformed into a massive fan zone featuring live entertainment, interactive activities, food and beverage vendors, and a giant screen that will broadcast all 104 World Cup matches.
On Miami Beach, those celebrations quickly expanded beyond the game itself, as fans from around the world gathered for a kickoff party that highlighted music, community and international pride.
For many Uruguayans living in South Florida, the match represents an opportunity to celebrate their heritage, share traditions with younger generations, and support a team that has long been a source of national pride.
Although the five-week soccer tournament starting on Thursday is the largest sporting event ever, the U.S. economic gains are likely to be muted.
FIFA estimates the seven games played in the area could generate $1.3 billion in economic activity.
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup beginning Thursday, Miami’s free downtown Fan Fest is set to open Saturday featuring live match screenings, interactive attractions, enhanced security and cooling stations, as officials anticipate tens of thousands of daily visitors and a major tourism boost.
For Saudi natives Mohammed Alqarni and Moteb Alshahrani, who now call South Florida home, having their national team play in Miami is a meaningful moment and an opportunity to share their culture with the broader community.
The U.S. being a host country for the World Cup generates interest among fans, but less so among those who are not soccer fans.
Problems with processing visas had earlier led Iran to move its training base from Tucson, Arizona, to Tijuana, Mexico.
Broward officials kicked off their celebration Friday at the Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, while Miami will host seven matches through June and July at the Hard Rock Stadium, which is temporarily being renamed Miami Stadium.
The match marked Haiti's second appearance in South Florida in a week and offered local fans a rare opportunity to watch the Grenadiers play in person.
