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Mitch Borden
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KNKX
Seattle is preparing to host six World Cup matches. But this isn't the first time the Pacific Northwest welcomed elite athletes from around the world to compete.
The FIFA World Cup trophy displayed in a case.
The World Cup in Seattle ⚽ 🏆

Get the latest updates on the international championship games from KNKX & NPR. Seattle is one of 16 cities in North America hosting the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup, which runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026.

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