World Cup fans from Europe and Japan are falling in love with American comfort food, hospitality, and culture as they explore the South in 2026.

But with an assist from Cupid and the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the singleton’s now sipping from the sweet fount of love. Score. “The World Cup has single-handedly changed my dating life for the better,” Paz,

McDonald’s and FIFA have partnered to create nine collectible cups featuring iconic soccer stars to celebrate the World Cup tournament that officially kicks off today. The tournament lasts from June 11 to July 19,

America has won over World Cup tourists visiting from abroad, thanks to warm greetings, air conditioning, and breakfast at IHOP.

A handful of international tourists who are traveling through the United States for the World Cup have been documenting their American experiences on social media.

A Swedish influencer stood in a fluorescent-lit American gas station, held up a Twinkie in one hand and a bag of Buffalo Blue Cheese Combos in the other, and wrote that she felt like she was living in a movie.

A German soccer fan named Freddy is documenting his 2026 World Cup road trip through the American South, visiting Waffle House, Helen, Georgia, and more.

Algerian fans Massi Saber and Cherif Cherifi were happy to share their fandom with the Lawrence community during an open Algeria national team soccer practice ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Thursday, June 11, 2026 at Rock Chalk Park in Lawrence. PJ Green [email protected]