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Patrick Mahomes appears in adidas x Dick’s Sporting Goods campaigns, owns stakes in local soccer teams, and believes the 2026 World Cup offers the United States a chance to showcase its passion for the sport.
From ownership stakes in MLS and NWSL franchises to starring in a high‑profile adidas‑Dick’s campaign, Patrick Mahomes is positioning himself as the unofficial ambassador of the United States’ upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, underscoring the nation’s rising soccer enthusiasm.
The third day of the 2026 World Cup delivered a marquee matchup in California, while organizers grappled with soaring ticket costs, climate concerns and a fan festival that offers an affordable alternative.
Two people were taken into custody in Kansas City, Missouri, while authorities probe the disappearance of equipment from England's World Cup squad. The incident unfolds as the team prepares for its opening match against Croatia in Dallas.
Police in Kansas City are investigating a suspected theft of equipment from England’s World Cup squad, an incident that coincides with the team’s preparations for its opening match against Croatia.
England and Argentina have set up camp in Kansas City as the World Cup’s footprint expands, backed by a $700 million investment and a festival that drew 25,000 fans for the United States’ opening match.
Cliff Illig and Neal Patterson transformed a struggling soccer franchise into a catalyst for Kansas City’s international showcase, blending vision, investment, and community spirit.
Cliff Illig’s unlikely journey from skeptic to soccer champion reshaped Kansas City’s sports landscape and left a lasting imprint on the 2026 World Cup.
Cliff Illig and Neal Patterson acquired the Kansas City Wizards to keep the team local, sparking a transformation that led to a new stadium, a rebranded club, and a key role in hosting 2026 World Cup matches.
After a grueling battle with Stage 3 non‑Hodgkin’s lymphoma, 10‑year‑old Matteo Rodriguez found solace on the soccer field, eventually meeting Lionel Messi and the Argentina team in Kansas City — a moment he calls a dream realized.
A look at the players who anchored Minnesota United's defense and earned a place on the club's fan‑selected Team of the Decade.
The U.S. Under-17 Men’s National Team will hold a training camp in Natal, Brazil, from June 1‑11, featuring a 20‑player roster that blends domestic and European talent, and will face Brazil in two friendly matches at the historic Arena das Dunas.
Argentina’s national team has landed in Kansas City to prepare for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where they will train at a premier facility and face Algeria in their first match.
Justin Reynolds, a 24-year-old defender for Sporting Kansas City, has been selected for a U.S. Under-21 training camp in Slovenia, where he will face Ukraine and Uzbekistan in preparatory fixtures ahead of the 2028 Olympics.
With professional teams hosting World Cup squads and grassroots clubs poised to attract new fans, Kansas City’s soccer ecosystem is set for a summer of growth.
The Sporting City U-17s, led by head coach John Sosa, have navigated a demanding playoff path to earn a spot in the MLS NEXT Cup Academy Division final. The match, scheduled for Sunday at 10 a.m. CT in Herriman, Utah, will be broadcast live on the MLS YouTube channel.
Echo Investment Capital announces the hiring of Sead Karaselimović and Vanessa Reid for its new Oklahoma City professional soccer franchise, set to debut in the USL Championship in 2028. The club will play at the MAPS 4 Multipurpose Stadium, designed by Populous.
On May 29, the KC Soccer Journal will host a free discussion at the Olathe Library, spotlighting experts and offering audience Q&A.
Sporting Kansas City is preparing for the FIFA World Cup 2026 while hosting a series of youth programs, MLS NEXT Cup matches and community watch parties, even as the league remains paused.
Jacob Bartlett, a hometown prodigy, made his MLS appearance against Lionel Messi, scored his first goal, and celebrated with a family that has long lived and breathed the sport.
In Perfect Pitch, announcer Nate Bukaty and journalist Rustin Dodd trace how Kansas City transformed from a modest market into a global soccer hub, preparing to host 2026 World Cup matches.