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Your guide to World Cup 2026 games in LA
L.A. is one of 16 cities across North America hosting games in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The championship series is June 11 to July 19, 2026.
Maybe you got tickets, maybe you didn't. LAist has a fully stocked guide to help you get in on the tournament action.
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L.A. economic development experts are watching how area businesses benefit from the tournament to help inform planning for the Olympics -
The team was in the eye of a storm over a controversial phone call from President Trump to FIFA's head about a red card on a U.S. striker. -
The team’s World Cup run ended on Sunday after the team lost against England. -
The Belgian soccer federation is challenging FIFA's ruling to let Balogun play despite getting a red card in his previous game. -
Folarin Balogun was expected to start after a surprise decision by FIFA to allow him to play despite receiving a red card last week. -
England moves on to face Norway on Saturday in Miami Gardens, Florida, for a spot in the semifinals. -
FIFA's Disciplinary Committee said it would suspend Balogun's one-game red card ban for a probationary period of one year. -
Bars, restaurants and other fun spots to watch Mexico’s Round of 16 game today. -
They may not understand every word, but fans appreciate exuberant announcers who match their enthusiasm.
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Tune into World Cup coverage, and you are likely to see waves of male, screaming, sweaty fans. But there are plenty of women who love soccer.
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The United States, Mexico and Canada co-hosted the nearly six-week tournament. NPR's team of journalists who covered the World Cup reflects on the experience. -
Spain's run to the title was a defensive masterclass, with wins over four of the world's top 10 teams.
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In 1994, the last men's World Cup the U.S. hosted sparked soccer fever. Now, can MLS harness this World Cup for a new generation of fans?
Where to eat
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I offer you this ridiculously good $4.20 smash burger and more in Long Beach, Glendale, West Hollywood, Pasadena and Boyle Heights. -
Puerto Rican mofongo, Armenian tortas, and Guatemalan street food north of the 101 Freeway. -
From regional Mexican antojitos to over-the-top breakfast burritos, family-run smash burgers and neighborhood pizza slices -
Cheap Fast Eats visits the historic neighborhood to find good food that doesn't break the bank. -
We visit the historic West Hollywood neighborhood to find some solid chow that keeps your wallet in check. -
We head to O.C.'s Fountain Valley to find some delicious bites that are easy on the wallet. -
Cheap Fast Eats makes its inaugural visit to the San Fernando Valley. This time, we’re checking out the Canoga Park and Winnetka neighborhoods. -
The culturally significant neighborhood of Boyle Heights is an area known for its diversity. This week, Cheap Fast Eats is sampling some of its world-class fare, all at a wallet friendly price point. -
From some of the best pizza you can find in L.A. to smash burgers, plant-based tacos and strip mall dim sum, the Mid-City area delivers tasty bites for less. -
Gardena is a paradise for finding under-the-radar food gems for less.
