Soccer

One restaurant group has shifted its strategy to anticipate last-minute bookings for the tournament, and a Tacoma soccer store is racing to open in time.

Researchers spent years developing pitches for World Cup stadiums across the U.S., Mexico and Canada. The fields are mostly natural grass reinforced with artificial blades.

Adidas has designed a new ball for each FIFA World Cup since 1970. Some of those have been controversial. So why change the ball instead of sticking to one that works?

The World Cup stretches far beyond the soccer stadiums. From crowds to events, it’s going to have a big impact on Seattle and Western Washington. Here's what to know.

Alliance for Pioneer Square has hired a sports economy coordinator to help prepare neighborhood businesses for the 2026 World Cup, which starts next June.

The NWSL became the first top-tier pro sports league in the United States to eliminate the draft last year as part of its collective-bargaining agreement with players.

Officials say the so-called "fan zones" will bring the World Cup experience to locals who can’t get a ticket to a match, as well as bring tourism to areas outside major cities.

The Seattle Sounders will play the LA Galaxy in the Western conference final of the Major League Soccer playoffs on Saturday night.

Seattle Reign FC has signed star midfielder Jess Fishlock to a new one-year contract, extending her career in Seattle through the 2025 season.

Transport planners look to design winning plays to beat traffic, border blues. But is that goal possible in high season?