Nationwide Soccer Forward Festivals Expand Youth Participation Ahead of 2026 World Cup
From March 3 to October 31, 2026, more than 550 Soccer Forward Fests will take place in 46 states, engaging an estimated 85,000 participants. The initiative, led by the Soccer Forward Foundation and Common Goal, seeks to translate the excitement of the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026 into lasting local soccer experiences, especially for girls, refugee families, and neurodivergent youth.
Jul 23, 2026