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2026 World Cup Set to Transform Youth Soccer and Economy

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, former United Soccer League executive John Allgood discusses the tournament’s potential to boost youth participation, reshape the sport’s economic landscape, and confront the U.S. pay‑to‑play model.

Jun 5, 2026

Toca Social Expands Globally Ahead of 2026 World Cup

Toca Social, a soccer entertainment franchise, has opened its first U.S. location in Dallas and its first franchise unit in Mexico, just weeks before the World Cup, aiming to capture new audiences through virtual games, food, and beverage services.

Jun 5, 2026