Current plans for the zones lack specifics, but city staff hope the tournament can turn Everett into a “soccer city.”

With Kansas City being the Soccer Capital of America, it's no secret the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be of high interest to locals.

Plans to use Memorial South Park in Vancouver for a FIFA World Cup training site have been cancelled, with the facility relocated to UBC.

World Cup faces challenges as stringent U.S. visa policies and long wait times threaten to hinder global fan attendance.

The City of Destiny will host one of nine “fan zones” around the state next summer: interactive events and experiences complementing six World Cup matches at Seattle’s Lumen Field in June and July 2026. Attendees can enjoy live matches on giant screens, entertainment from local musicians and brush up their soccer skills through on-site clinics.

KC2026 issued a memo Tuesday asking for residents in the Kansas City region to share details for any public events they are planning or considering during the World Cup.

For coach Mauricio Pochettino, Saturday's friendly against Venezuela will provide a clearer idea of where many of the USMNT's 2026 World Cup hopefuls stand.

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In addition to a Seattle fan zone at Seattle Center, Bellingham, Everett, Bremerton, Tacoma, Olympia / North Lacey, Yakima, the Tri-Cities of Pasco, Richland and Kennewick, Spokane, and Vancouver will all host fan zones.

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Each fan zone during the Seattle FIFA World Cup matches may feature live entertainment, interactive fan activations, food and beverages.