World Cup

The New Hampshire Lottery Commission said the 104 matches played during this year's FIFA World Cup garnered nearly $24 million in wagering, one of the biggest events in the state’s sports gambling history.

The United States, Mexico, and Canada co-hosted the nearly six-week tournament. NPR's team of journalists who covered the World Cup reflects on the experience.

Spain's run to the title was a defensive masterclass, with wins over four of the world's top ten teams. They are the first World Cup champion to win the title while only conceding a single goal.

Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey and Boston Mayor Michelle Wu were at Logan Airport Tuesday to welcome a traffic cone that flew first class to the state. Yes, really.

Massachusetts has wrapped up its hosting duties for the 2026 men's World Cup. And it remains to be seen what the full economic impact will be on the state. But so far, short-term rentals and bars have seen a boost.

"We're not considered a fun place," one frank East Bostonian said.

Spirits were high among Moroccan fans as the Atlas Lions prepared for a rematch of the 2022 World Cup semifinals against France's Les Bleus.

Scottish soccer fans have left another gift to the region: a $15,000 donation to a charity administered by the Massachusetts Teachers Association that helps students in financial need.

The New Hampshire Soccer Project ends its series of watch parties, and looks ahead to growing the sport even after the World Cup.

The wide selection of red, white and blue gear in the crowd outside Time Out Market made it feel like a second helping of Fourth of July.