Dallas is one of the U.S. host cities for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and fans across the region are waiting to learn which national teams will take the field there during the group stage.

Catch the fever of FIFA World Cup 2026 as North Texas prepares for thrilling matches and lively fan gatherings.

Everything you need to know as the city prepares to host World Cup games, from its sporting history to the best places to eat and drink

Scarves and flags representing Brazil, the United States, Mexico, Scotland and Argentina were draped across the shoulders of audience members Friday morning as hundreds of North Texas soccer fans gathered at Billy Bob’s in Fort Worth to watch the selection ceremony for the 2026 World Cup.

A local venue welcomed an iconic telenovela star through its doors this week, and the internet is losing its mind. Mexican actress Angelique Boyer, known for her role in the TV series Teresa, met fans at an exclusive event in North Texas, sparking dozens of social media videos about the event.

A large water main break Friday shut down Mockingbird Lane in Northwest Dallas, not far from Love Field. The scene is working between Maple Avenue and Forest Park Road, and both sides of the street are shut down as a result. Video from the CBS News Texas chopper showed waves of water flowing down the street.

Below you’ll find The Dallas Morning News’ coverage of the regional final round of the 2025 Texas high school football season.

A pleasant, rain-free weekend is expected across North Texas, offering a break from the colder conditions earlier in the week.