{"id":430400,"date":"2026-01-26T07:17:22","date_gmt":"2026-01-26T07:17:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/430400\/"},"modified":"2026-01-26T07:17:22","modified_gmt":"2026-01-26T07:17:22","slug":"special-envoy-zampolli-presents-u-s-constitution-to-the-center-for-islamic-civilization","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/430400\/","title":{"rendered":"Special Envoy Zampolli Presents U.S. Constitution to the Center for Islamic Civilization"},"content":{"rendered":"

As many as 10 million visitors will head to 11 U.S. cities this summer, helping to turn the FIFA World Cup 2026\"\u2122\" into the largest sporting event in history.<\/p>\n

While U.S. host cities like Los Angeles, Miami, New York and San Francisco are world-famous, lesser-known U.S. cities are primed to host soccer fans. In Kansas City, Missouri, for instance, Caf\u00e9 Coraz\u00f3n owner Dulcinea Herrera says that people underestimate the Midwestern city of 500,000 (in a larger metro area of 2 million). Herrera and other local business owners are preparing for 650,000 visitors for FIFA World Cup 2026\"\u2122\".<\/p>\n

In addition to coffee, an American staple, Caf\u00e9 Coraz\u00f3n serves yerba mate, a tea popular with South American soccer stars, including Lionel Messi, who will lead Argentina in an early round match scheduled for Kansas City. One of Herrera\u2019s three locations is in the downtown area where officials plan a massive viewing party near the stadium.<\/p>\n

White House World Cup Task Force Executive Director Andrew Giuliani calls it \u201ca tremendous privilege\u201d to host the FIFA World Cup 2026\"\u2122\" during the year the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary<\/a>, and says the federal government is working with host cities to ensure a safe and welcoming tournament.<\/p>\n

\u201cHosting the world during this historic year \u2026 gives us a chance to show the very best of America \u2014 our hospitality and our innovation \u2014 while also showcasing the America spirit of which we\u2019re so proud of,\u201d Giuliani said.<\/p>\n

Here is an introduction to the 11 U.S. cities that will host international soccer fans:<\/p>\n

Atlanta
\n\"GardensAtlanta Botanical Gardens (\u00a9 Adobe)<\/p>\n

Famous for peaches, pecans and Southern hospitality, the Georgia state capital is a cultural and economic hub of the South. It boasts the country\u2019s busiest airport and was home to famed Civil Rights leader Martin Luther King Jr.<\/p>\n

Atlanta is home to numerous industries, including aerospace and financial technologies, as well as soft drink giant Coca-Cola. The city has several professional sports teams and has hosted three Super Bowls, as well as the 1996 summer Olympics.<\/p>\n

Boston
\n\"FourthFourth of July fireworks in Boston (\u00a9 Adobe)<\/p>\n

The birthplace of the American Revolution, the city of Boston will be fully in celebration mode for the 250th anniversary when the fans arrive. International visitors who are in the city during the July 4th Independence Day celebrations can experience the Boston Pops<\/a>, a fireworks show over the Charles River set to live music from the Boston Symphony Orchestra.<\/p>\n

FIFA and the U.S. Soccer Foundation are building soccer fields around Boston to turn the excitement of the city\u2019s seven matches into lasting participation in the sport. Boston previously hosted three FIFA championships: the 1994 FIFA World Cup USA\"\u2122\", and the FIFA Women\u2019s World Cup\"\u2122\" in 1999 and 2003.<\/p>\n

Dallas
\n\"SculpturesPioneer Plaza in Dallas (\u00a9 Shutterstock)<\/p>\n

With its frequent rodeos, Dallas offers an up-close look at America\u2019s cowboy culture. Pioneer Plaza in downtown honors this Western tradition. Even the name of the city\u2019s pro football team, the Dallas Cowboys, references this distinct Western culture.<\/p>\n

Dallas will host a tournament-leading nine World Cup matches. The country\u2019s fifth-largest media market, Dallas hosted the International Broadcast Center during the 1994 matches, and its massive convention center will again serve as the tournament\u2019s media hub.<\/p>\n

Houston
\n\"KayakerA view of Buffalo Bayou with Houston in the background (\u00a9 Srini Sundarrajan\/Adobe)<\/p>\n

Home to NASA\u2019s Johnson Space Center, Houston has commanded America\u2019s space exploration through landmark achievements, including the first moon landing on July 20, 1969.<\/p>\n

With major oil and natural gas resources, Houston is a center of the U.S. energy industry. Local companies are teaming up to support soccer\u2019s growth in the city. This \u201cbayou city\u201d offers visitors cuisine ranging from barbecue and seafood to Mexican-influenced \u201cTex-Mex.\u201d Houston is also bidding to be a host city for the FIFA Women\u2019s World Cup\"\u2122\" in 2031.<\/p>\n

Kansas City
\n\"FountainMill Creek Park in Kansas City, Missouri (\u00a9 Wallace Weeks\/Shutterstock)<\/p>\n

The Midwestern city called Kansas City straddles parts of two U.S. states \u2014 Kansas and Missouri \u2014 and is known as the \u201cCity of Fountains,\u201d as it has more in use than any other U.S. city. Its famed Power & Light District boasts eight blocks of restaurants where visitors can sample the region\u2019s famous barbecue.<\/p>\n

Kansas City\u2019s strong sports culture includes the National Football League\u2019s Chiefs \u2014 winners of two of the last three Super Bowls. And the Kansas City Current is the world\u2019s only women\u2019s professional soccer team that plays in a stadium designed especially for women\u2019s soccer. The team draws sellout crowds.<\/p>\n

Los Angeles
\n\"VeniceVenice Beach Skate Park in Venice, Los Angeles (\u00a9 Adobe)<\/p>\n

While Hollywood gives Los Angeles its reputation as movie capital of the world, a mild climate and famous beaches offer visitors a lot more. Tourists can sample music and cuisine influenced by LA\u2019s large Latin American and Asian American populations. The arresting desert landscape of Joshua Tree National Park is a two-hour drive away.<\/p>\n

LA has proven a draw for global soccer stars, as David Beckham of the United Kingdom and Son Heung-min of the Republic of Korea have played for the LA Galaxy and Los Angeles FC, respectively.<\/p>\n

Los Angeles is gearing up to host the Summer Olympics in 2028<\/a>, after previously hosting the Olympics in 1932 and 1984.<\/p>\n

Miami
\n\"SouthSouth Beach in Miami (\u00a9 Adobe)<\/p>\n

Miami\u2019s Bayfront Park Fan Festival will offer musical performances and stunning ocean views in addition to soccer matches. With its thriving Latin American communities, Miami has long boasted a devoted soccer fan base. The city\u2019s enthusiasm grew even greater when Argentina\u2019s Lionel Messi began playing for the city\u2019s professional club, Inter Miami, in 2023.<\/p>\n

Fans looking for adventure can drive an hour to Everglades National Park, a vast wetland wilderness that is home to alligators and flamingos.<\/p>\n

New York\/New Jersey
\n\"BoatsCentral Park in New York City (\u00a9 Isabel Kendzior\/Shutterstock)<\/p>\n

New York \u2014 famous for skyscrapers, Broadway theater and the lights of Times Square \u2014 will host the FIFA World Cup 2026\"\u2122\" finals at a stadium in neighboring New Jersey. In addition to bustling sidewalks along rows of restaurants serving every imaginable type of international cuisine, New York offers museums, libraries, walks in Central Park and the iconic Statue of Liberty, a testament to America\u2019s friendship with France.<\/p>\n

Philadelphia
\n\"CobblestoneA cobblestone street in Philadelphia (\u00a9 Adobe)<\/p>\n

Having served as an early U.S. capital, Philadelphia is where America\u2019s founding documents were written and is home to the Liberty Bell<\/a>, which draws 2 million visitors annually. It is the city with the closest ties to the nation\u2019s founding and, appropriately, will host a FIFA World Cup 2026\"\u2122\" match on July 4, the day the United States was founded 250 years earlier.<\/p>\n

Known as the \u201ccity of brotherly love,\u201d Philadelphia has a passionate fan base that has turned out 26,000 interested volunteers<\/a> who want to help support the city\u2019s six planned matches.<\/p>\n

San Francisco Bay Area
\n\"SanSan Francisco\u2019s Golden Gate Bridge (\u00a9 Shutterstock)<\/p>\n

Known for the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco is a city of steep hills, scaled by streetcars and packed with colorful row houses. It\u2019s the northern hub of California\u2019s Silicon Valley, a center of technological innovation. Between matches, fans can visit nearby Napa Valley wineries or check out the stunning vistas of Yosemite National Park.<\/p>\n

After hosting American football\u2019s 2026 Super Bowl in February, San Francisco will be ready will to host six FIFA World Cup 2026\"\u2122\" matches.<\/p>\n

Seattle
\n\"SeattleThe Seattle skyline with Mount Rainier in the distance. (\u00a9 Sean Pavone\/Shutterstock)<\/p>\n

Known for a drizzly climate, a pedestrian-friendly downtown and a thriving entrepreneurial spirit, Seattle will offer international visitors the chance to sample seafood at Pike\u2019s Place Market and take in a view of the entire city from the Space Needle. Seattle\u2019s pioneering companies include airplane manufacturer Boeing, software developer Microsoft, and Starbucks, which operates in 85 countries.<\/p>\n

The city, where the U.S. National Team will make an early-round appearance, plans nine \u201cfan zones\u201d for the FIFA World Cup 2026\"\u2122\", each offering big screens, food and live entertainment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"As many as 10 million visitors will head to 11 U.S. cities this summer, helping to turn the…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":430401,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[18],"tags":[23,3,21,19,22,20,25,24],"class_list":{"0":"post-430400","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-united-states","8":"tag-america","9":"tag-news","10":"tag-united-states","11":"tag-united-states-of-america","12":"tag-unitedstates","13":"tag-unitedstatesofamerica","14":"tag-us","15":"tag-usa"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/430400","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=430400"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/430400\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/430401"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=430400"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=430400"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=430400"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}