TKC GROUPWorld Cup 2026 coverage from the TKC Group newsroom, newest first.
After hosting global crowds for World Cup events, KC's Rock Island Bridge is evolving from a temporary venue into a permanent economic and cultural hub.
A new report reveals Kansas City has committed at least $248 million in public funds for the 2026 FIFA World Cup for stadium, security, and logistics.
Kansas City is already planning for a future beyond 2026. Mayor Quinton Lucas announced the city's intent to bid for two more FIFA World Cups.
Johnson County is adjusting transit post-World Cup. The airport shuttle moves to a 60-min schedule and the Link service has ended. Check your route now.
The Economic Development Corp. of Kansas City laid off its entire business development team in a major restructuring, raising questions about the city's strategy ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Record-breaking passenger traffic during the 2026 FIFA World Cup has spurred a union drive among streetcar staff demanding better pay, staffing, and working conditions.
The promised World Cup economic boom is proving to be a complex and disappointing reality for many Kansas City small businesses outside of official fan zones.
The Swiss national team has landed in Kansas City for their World Cup quarterfinal against Argentina. The city is buzzing, but the economic impact is mixed.
Kansas City is set for a World Cup quarterfinal as Argentina faces Switzerland at Arrowhead. Ticket prices have dropped by 50%, offering a unique opportunity for fans.
Kansas City is dominating World Cup 2026 with sold-out matches, record viewership, and a projected $650M economic boom, cementing its status as a top US host.
Team USA faces Belgium in the World Cup Round of 16 tonight — 7:00 p.m. CT at Lumen Field in Seattle, live on FOX. Folarin Balogun is cleared to play, and a win puts the U.S. in the quarterfinals for the first time since 2002.
FIFA reversed Folarin Balogun's automatic World Cup red-card ban after a Trump-Infantino call — a first in 60+ years — clearing him for Monday's USA-Belgium match. Belgium is furious.
Kansas City's FIFA Fan Festival at the WWI Museum has drawn over 200,000 visitors, part of a record 5.5M globally. Here's what to know.
Colombia beat Ghana 1-0 at Arrowhead Stadium to reach the World Cup Round of 16 — Jhon Arias's 14th-minute goal was the difference.
KC's July 4th faces a double threat: overnight storms with 60 mph gusts and an extreme heat warning with 105°F index values. More storms may hit tonight.
Cape Verde's first-ever World Cup run nearly toppled the defending champions before an extra-time own goal sealed a 3-2 Argentina win.
Kansas City is under an extreme heat warning with a 110°F heat index. This poses risks to residents and raises concerns for the 2026 World Cup.
Kansas City hosts its first-ever World Cup knockout match Friday, July 3, as Colombia takes on Ghana in a pivotal Round of 32 clash at the 73,000-seat KC Stadium.
The Kansas City Power & Light District erupted as thousands celebrated the USMNT's historic 2-0 World Cup win, securing a spot in the Round of 16.
Kansas City faces a dangerous heatwave with indices near 110°F, prompting urgent calls for donations and safety measures for residents and World Cup visitors.
Team USA advanced to the World Cup Round of 16 with a 2-0 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina — Folarin Balogun scored before being sent off with a red card, and Malik Tillman sealed it with a free kick while the U.S. played a man down. It's the USMNT's first World Cup knockout win since 2002. Next up: Belgium, July 6 in Seattle.
Kansas City's transit authority (KCATA) plans to use AI facial recognition on buses, sparking a debate on security, privacy, and surveillance ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Algeria and Austria played to a 3-3 draw at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on June 27, 2026, in Kansas City’s final World Cup group-stage match. Riyad Mahrez scored twice for Algeria, including in stoppage time, before Sasa Kalajdzic headed in a late Austria equalizer. Both teams advanced from Group J to the Round of 32; Iran were eliminated. Here is how it unfolded — and what is next for KC.
The Netherlands closed out the World Cup group stage in Kansas City with a 3-1 win over Tunisia at a rainy GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on June 25, 2026. Brian Brobbey scored his third goal of the tournament and two more deflected in off Tunisia as the Dutch won Group F and advanced; Tunisia were eliminated. Here is how it unfolded — and a note on Team USA's match tonight.
The World Cup is back at Arrowhead tonight: Tunisia face the Netherlands in the Group F finale in Kansas City (6:00 p.m. CT). Later, Team USA closes out Group D against Türkiye at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles (9:00 p.m. CT) — a separate game, in a different city. Here is what to know before kickoff and how to watch both.
