Argentina, Spain fans swept up in NYC World Cup excitement
The soccer world is converging on New York City before Argentina and Spain go head-to-head in the FIFA World Cup final. CBS News New York's Doug Williams reports.
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The soccer world is converging on New York City before Argentina and Spain go head-to-head in the FIFA World Cup final. CBS News New York's Doug Williams reports.
Soccer fans invaded the Javits Center, where FIFA took center stage at Fanatics Fest 2026. CBS News New York's Steve Overmyer reports.
World Cup legends are expected to be at the festival along with activities, merchandise and more to get fans riled up for the final. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian reports.
There are plenty of fans in the Tri-State Area backing both sides. CBS News New York's Luis Miguel Echegaray spoke to some of them ahead of the big match.
The FIFA World Cup is delivering a business boost for many bars and restaurants across New York City, but not every industry is seeing the same payoff.
More than 100 inmates at the sprawling Rikers Island correctional facility gathered in a gymnasium at the complex's main intake center to watch Wednesday's semifinal match between England and Argentina.
The World Cup final match is set after Argentina won Wednesday's semifinal against England. They'll face off against Spain this Sunday at MetLife Stadium. CBS News New York's Larry Ridley reports.
Defending World Cup champion Argentina rallied to edge England 2-1 to advance to Sunday's final at MetLife Stadium, where they will face Spain.
The students at the Staten Island school will be joining forces with superstars like Madonna, Justin Bieber and BTS. CBS News New York's Cindy Hsu spoke with the young singers set to take a big stage.
The World Cup semifinal between England and Argentina was a grudge match, reopening decades-old wounds for both countries.
The World Cup final is now set. Wednesday, Argentina came back and beat England, 2-1. That means they will face off against Spain this Sunday at MetLife Stadium. CBS News New York's Larry Ridley reports.
The semifinal clash between England and Argentina will see two bitter rivals face off in what is widely expected to be one of the most emotionally charged matches of the tournament. CBS News New York's Luis Miguel Echegaray reports.
In a match Tuesday featuring two of soccer's biggest heavyweights, Spain put in a masterful performance, frustrating France to the tune of a 2-0 win to advance to Sunday's World Cup final.
The Greenpoint establishment is packed with fans who bring their energy every World Cup game. CBS News New York's Luis Miguel Echegaray reports.
Soccer fans in the Tri-State Area and Mexico traded Panini World Cup stickers Sunday in hopes of breaking the world record for the largest sports sticker exchange. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian reports.
As the World Cup final approaches, CBS News New York's Luis Miguel Echegaray returned to Rockefeller Center to see how soccer fans are embracing the excitement.
FIFA is selling the grass that will be used for the July 19 final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey at $450 per piece.
Going to the FIFA World Cup Final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on July 19 will cost you a lot of money.
The two powerhouse teams of England and Norway are set to face off, and England fans in New York City are fired up. CBS News New York's Luis Miguel Echegaray reports.
Christian Pulisic was diagnosed with a fractured right leg, the U.S. Soccer Federation announced Thursday.
New Yorkers cheering for Spain are excited at the team enters the quarterfinals and hopes they could pull of a second World Cup title. CBS News New York's Luis Miguel Echegaray reports.
The best soccer player on the planet may be 39, but he's showing no signs of slowing down. He has helped will defending champion Argentina to the World Cup quarterfinals. CBS News New York's Luis Miguel Echegaray has the story.
Europe's soccer governing body and prominent commentators have criticized the decision, which allows Folarin Balogun to play against Belgium.
Belgium defeated the U.S. Men's National Team 4-1 on Monday night in the World Cup round of 16 knockout match in Seattle, ending the Americans' hopes of reaching the quarterfinals for the first time in 24 years.
The Americans fell behind early and then made big mistakes in an eventual 4-1 loss in Seattle on Monday night. CBS News New York's Otis Livingston reports.
