Father's Day will see plenty of sizzle with afternoon temps back in the 90s but storms take a break

Matias Galarza scored 65 seconds into the game for the fastest goal at this year’s World Cup and Paraguay held on for a 1-0 win over Turkey after playing a man down for more than half the match.

Vinícius Júnior scored and assisted on one of Matheus Cunha’s two goals as five-time champion Brazil eliminated Haiti from the World Cup with a 3-0 victory.

The United States has advanced to the knockout round at the World Cup without injured forward Christian Pulisic.

At the FIFA Fan Fest in Houston, social media star @iShowSpeed energized fans by signing and launching a soccer ball before the Mexico-South Korea World Cup match, later drawing crowds to OhMyGogi’s food truck for Korean-Mexican fusion tacos.

Jonathan David scored three goals and Canada won its first World Cup match while all but securing a spot in the knockout round with a 6-0 victory over Qatar.

Houston restaurants expected World Cup crowds. Many fans are chasing fast-food bucket lists instead

Substitute Johan Manzambi scored is first World Cup goal on an outstanding volley in the 74th minute and Switzerland erupted late for a 4-1 victory over Bosnia-Herzegovina to take control of its group.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has taken Houston by storm, with hundreds of international fans traveling to the city for the first time.

Houston feels like temperature warm greater than 105!

Luis Díaz had a goal and an assist in his debut on soccer’s biggest stage, sparking Colombia to a 3-1 win over Uzbekistan in its World Cup opener.

FIFA’s new hydration breaks midway through each half were implemented to help players stay cool in the summer heat of Mexico, Canada and the United States, which some experts have warned could be the hottest World Cup in history.

Houston is no stranger to scorching summers, but for thousands of international visitors in town for the FIFA World Cup, the city’s blistering heat and humidity are a culture shock unlike anything they have experienced before.

The FIFA World Cup 2026 has brought together fans from across the world to share in the excitement of each game.

Harry Kane scored twice to equal the English record for World Cup goals, Jude Bellingham added another two minutes into the second half and England beat Croatia 4-2.

Heavy rain, strong winds and elevated seas hit our coast Wednesday

At age 38 and playing in his sixth World Cup, Lionel Messi has his first hat trick in soccer’s biggest tournament and Argentina’s defense of the trophy is off to a flying start.

Kylian Mbappé scored twice to move past Pelé with 14 World Cup goals, Bradley Barcola added another and France rebounded from a surprisingly poor first half to beat Senegal 3-1.

World Cup matches being played next door to MLB stadiums are providing unusual off days and split series for some baseball teams.

The teams that are ranked 61st, 67th and 85th in FIFA’s world rankings all were heavy underdogs in their first matches at the World Cup.

The coach of Iran’s World Cup team says it was ordered to leave the U.S. and return to its training base in Mexico only a few hours after opening its politically charged tournament by playing to a 2-2 draw with New Zealand.

Abdulelah Al-Amri scored on a rebound in the 41st minute for Saudi Arabia, and Uruguay’s Maxi Araújo responded with an equalizer in the 80th as the teams played to a 1-1 draw in their World Cup opener.

The FIFA 2026 World Cup is here and unfortunately so is a lot of rain.

Stay weather aware if you are headed to FIFA 2026 World Cup in Houston this week, daily downpours may lead to flooding.

For many downtown business owners, restaurant managers and bar staff, the anticipated surge of customers tied to the World Cup has yet to materialize.

We're tracking rain and thunderstorms as we shift into a stormy pattern. Here's what you need to know to plan your weekend as our feels-like temps hit triple digits, again.

Houston hosts its first FIFA World Cup match as Germany faces Curaçao, marking the latter's tournament debut.

First responders and vendors heading to Houston Stadium for the FIFA World Cup game between Germany and Curaçao faced significant traffic delays due to congestion on the South Loop feeder road.

Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalfe scored and Australia spoiled Turkey’s return to the World Cup for the first time in 24 years with a 2-0 victory on Saturday night.

Fans from around the world have arrived in Houston for the World Cup, bringing excitement, national pride and a willingness to brave just about anything for a chance to be part of the tournament.

Vinícius Júnior scored an equalizing goal in the 32nd minute to give five-time champion Brazil a 1-1 draw against Morocco in a pulsating, high-profile group match at the World Cup.

Stay weather aware if you are headed to FIFA 2026 World Cup in Houston this week, daily downpours may lead to flooding.

Gio Reyna's goal might go down as one of the iconic moments of the 2026 World Cup.

Atlanta Braves Hall of Famer Andruw Jones in town for World Cup

FIFA Fan Festival attendees in Houston may be required to evacuate if lightning is detected within eight miles, with re-entry allowed after 30 minutes without further strikes.

More than 30,000 fans attended the FIFA Fan Fest in Houston's East Downtown, where organizers implemented extensive heat mitigation measures including mist stations, cooling centers, and hydration points to address soaring temperatures.

If there’s a saving grace from the bedlam that is about to ensue in New York City on Saturday, with the Knicks on the verge of a championship and Brazil taking on Morocco in the World Cup, it is that Game 5 of the NBA Finals is on the road.

Late substitute Cyle Larin scored in the 78th minute and co-host Canada earned its first-ever point in a World Cup by rallying for a 1-1 draw against Bosnia-Herzegovina.

Elotes Bravos, a Houston family business that began as a street cart selling Mexican street corn, has grown into a prominent vendor at major venues, culminating in a spot at the FIFA Fan Fest for the 2026 World Cup in Houston's EaDo neighborhood.

Houston is hosting a series of family-friendly and soccer-themed events to celebrate the FIFA World Cup, including free watch parties at Sugar Land Town Square, a Summer Soccer Celebration at Levy Park, and special activities at the Children's Museum Houston.

Parking at Houston Stadium during the FIFA World Cup is expensive and traffic is expected to be heavy, making METRO public transit the most cost-effective option for attendees, with $3 all-day passes and free Community Connection service in several neighborhoods.

Christian Pulisic is the most accomplished and most famous player on his national team at the exact time when his nation is hosting a World Cup.

Houston offers a variety of bars for watching the FIFA 2026 World Cup, featuring free admission, large screens, and themed events across multiple venues.

The countdown is on for the FIFA World Cup 2026, and Houston Stadium is nearly ready to welcome fans from around the world.

FIFA World Cup 2026 is just days away from kicking off in Houston. Ride METRO is offering routes to avoid a commute headache during FIFA.

After years of preparation, a supersized World Cup has finally arrived.

Health officials will be on high alert for germs as millions of soccer fans gather for World Cup matches.

Between temperatures feeling like the low 100s and a potential for some heavy rain by Sunday, World Cup fans will see all parts of Houston summertime!

With the FIFA World Cup 2026 set to bring hundreds of thousands of visitors to Houston this summer, CenterPoint Energy says it has spent more than a year preparing the region’s electric and natural gas infrastructure for the global event.

Omar Artan, the soccer referee from Somalia who was denied entry to the United States for the World Cup tournament, has returned home to a hero's welcome by supporters and officials.

Fans who hear the whirring sound of a drone over a stadium might see it as a nuisance but law enforcement has long viewed those aircraft as a potential weapon of mass destruction.

The Iranian soccer federation claims FIFA has revoked its ticket allocation for fans at the team’s three World Cup games in the United States.

The upcoming World Cup will feature 48 teams and 104 matches across the United, Mexico, and Canada.

Iran’s World Cup soccer team is traveling from Turkey to their training base in Mexico.

Chris Richards is training with the U.S. in a positive sign for the top American defender as he tries to make it back in time for the World Cup.

Members of the Iranian World Cup soccer team have been granted U.S. visas, clearing them to enter the country ahead of their first two matches near Los Angeles this month.

FIFA has canceled World Cup tickets issued to about 60 fans who mistakenly got them for free because of a website error.

As Houston prepares to welcome visitors for the FIFA World Cup 2026, city leaders are investing $7.5 million to improve safety along one of the city’s most heavily used hike-and-bike corridors: the Columbia Tap Trail.

Columbia Tap Trail safety improvements ahead of World Cup

From Bay Ridge to the Bronx and beyond, the Big Apple has gone nuts for the New York Knicks making their first NBA Finals appearance in 27 years.

With Houston set to take center stage during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Texas officials are urging residents and visitors to download a free safety app that could help prevent crimes and potential threats before they happen.

As Houston prepares to welcome the world’s biggest sporting event, a new environmental analysis suggests the city could face a significant sustainability challenge during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

FIFA’s on-field officials for the World Cup will insist on keeping matches moving by taking rule changes designed to limit time-wasting seriously, the sport’s governing body said Sunday with the start of the 48-team tournament now less than two weeks away.

Houston leaders continue to describe the FIFA World Cup 2026 as a major economic opportunity for the region — but early indicators suggest the hospitality industry is still waiting for that boom to materialize.

As Houston prepares to welcome soccer fans from around the world for the FIFA World Cup 2026, downtown business owners are hoping a newly transformed Main Street corridor will bring a surge of visitors — and much-needed economic momentum.

George Bush Intercontinental Airport has been designated as one of three U.S. entry points for travelers arriving from countries affected by an Ebola outbreak, as Houston prepares to host World Cup matches next month.

Houston city leaders sought to calm public concern after federal officials designated George Bush Intercontinental Airport as one of three U.S. entry points for American travelers returning from regions affected by the latest Ebola outbreak in Central Africa.

With just weeks to go before Houston hosts its first FIFA World Cup match, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo addressed growing public concerns Monday over Ebola cases connected to central Africa and what that could mean for the region during the international event.

An Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is raising concerns as Houston prepares to host Congo for a World Cup match in less than a month.

The painting over of a giant mural in Dallas of swimming whales to make way for art related to the upcoming World Cup matches has spurred an outcry.

After more than 30 years, the World Cup is back in Boston.

Houston hoteliers anticipated a tourism gold rush when the city landed FIFA World Cup matches, rooms sold out months in advance, premium rates, and visitors flooding in from across the globe.

Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund became an “official tournament supporter” of the World Cup on Thursday and reaffirmed its commitment to invest in sports despite notable retreats from other ventures in recent months.

The World Cup final will feature a star-studded halftime show headlined by Madonna, Shakira and boy band BTS.

The upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026 will feature seven matches in Houston at NRG Stadium, which will be renamed Houston Stadium during the tournament.

With just weeks until World Cup matches arrive in Houston, the FBI in Houston says security planning has been underway for more than a year — and a key part of that plan is a centralized command post where federal, state and local agencies will work side by side.

Houston’s 8th Wonder Brewery is accusing its landlord of trying to push the company out of its longtime East Downtown property as the value of nearby land surges ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

What is normally home to football games is now a full-scale construction zone as NRG Stadium undergoes a dramatic transformation ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The FIFA World Cup is coming to Houston in just 36 days, but for many locals, the biggest question isn’t excitement—it’s affordability.

Injuries to some of soccer’s star players, including Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé and Lamine Yamal, sparked concern ahead of the World Cup.

It’s easy to read into Lindsey Vonn being among the 48 athletes nominated to the U.S. Alpine ski team for the upcoming season.

A recent survey of hoteliers in the Dallas area and Houston found anticipated demand is not translating into strong hotel bookings less than 40 days from the start of the tournament.

With the World Cup just weeks away, new data shows Houston is already on fans’ radar when it comes to travel plans.

Kylian Mbappé insists he remains fully committed to his recovery from a left hamstring injury.

With just over 44 days until the World Cup comes to Houston, many homeowners are considering turning their properties into short-term rentals.

The billionaires in Saudi Arabia are pulling the plug on LIV Golf.

Rules for showing red cards to players at the World Cup have been updated because of two controversies in international soccer this year.

New York City will hold a series of free events for soccer fans hoping to catch World Cup matches, but don't want to spend an arm and a leg on tickets.

Four-time champion Italy is not interested in replacing Iran at the upcoming World Cup in North America following a suggestion to that effect by U.S. special envoy Paolo Zampolli.

With 50 days until Houston hosts the FIFA World Cup, the city is about to see some of its most visible changes yet, and residents will start noticing the transformation almost immediately.

Houston's Reliant Stadium will play host to seven FIFA World Cup matches between June 14 and July 4. The events will attract approximately 500,000 fans from around the world.

Sky-high ticket prices won’t be the only thing emptying the wallets of soccer fans attending World Cup matches at some U.S. venues this spring.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino said Wednesday that Iran will participate in the World Cup “for sure” despite its war with the United States.

We now know exactly what funding is at risk and why the Governor says Houston could be forced to pay it all back.

A big community event is bringing together families, local leaders, and athletes for a world record attempt at Hermann Park. It's all happening as Houston gets ready for the World Cup. Watch the video player above to see how you can join the action.

FIFA has added new, even more expensive tiers of tickets for this year’s World Cup, asking up to $4,105 for a front category 1 seat at the U.S. opener against Paraguay in Inglewood, California, on June 12.

Many Iranian soccer fans in the U.S. have conflicting emotions about their homeland's beloved national team as the World Cup comes to North America.

The Diamond League track meet in Qatar has been postponed from next month to June 19 if conditions allow amid ongoing uncertainty caused by the conflict in the Middle East.

And the countdown to the World Cup is on, and Houston restaurants are preparing for a major boom. We're talking global flavors, packed dining rooms, and a huge economic opportunity. This week, there will be a preview of what could be on menus across the city when restaurants and vendors attend the Sysco food show this week. Visit this link to register your restaurant

Italy won’t get a chance at redemption for Roberto Baggio’s miss in the 1994 World Cup final at the Rose Bowl.