CFZ Why AT&T Stadium hosting the 2026 World Cup is a good thing for the Cowboys

[Runwildboys]

As someone who has spent a lot of time in Europe (especially England but also Germany), it's a lot of fun for me to watch. Also, I enjoy playing it. I am a decent keeper when I play. I do take a lot of knees to the face though with the way I save the ball.

Knees to face? Did you mean to pluralize "ball"?

 

[RustyBourneHorse]

Knees to face? Did you mean to pluralize "ball"?

Haha, not like that.

 

[Jimbo123]

The 2026 World Cup will be spread across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, and all 11 American host cities will play their games in NFL stadiums.

The stadiums for the Falcons, Texans, Dolphins, Eagles, Seahawks, Chiefs, Cowboys, Patriots, 49ers, Jets and Giants and Rams, and Chargers will all host World Cup games.

 

[RustyBourneHorse]

The 2026 World Cup will be spread across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, and all 11 American host cities will play their games in NFL stadiums.

The stadiums for the Falcons, Texans, Dolphins, Eagles, Seahawks, Chiefs, Cowboys, Patriots, 49ers, Jets and Giants and Rams, and Chargers will all host World Cup games.

I'm aware of that. I'm just talking about how this can help the Cowboys.

 

[Diehardblues]

I've seen a lot of complaints as to AT&T Stadium being a host stadium for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Now let's look at several positives that this has for the Cowboys, as well as the Metroplex.

1. The money it brings to the Metroplex. This part is obvious, especially given the grandeur of the WC. I'm starting off by getting the obvious part out of the way.
2. The World Cup is played at a different time than when the Cowboys play normally, so there's no danger to the Cowboys. If anything it'll help keep the players out of trouble as they will be able to occupy their time in a different way.
3. It can also serves as a nice morale boost for the Cowboys players. Professional athletics like the NFL and FIFA can bring a nice array of international friends to the scene, and the world is much more at everyone's fingertips since the last time the US hosted the WC in 1994. Therefore, this means that the Cowboys players, especially if the Star is used as a practice facility for WC squads such as perhaps England, could make for a nice friendship to brew between the Cowboys players and the WC athletes.
4. It would be just as exciting for the Cowboys players to meet these athletes as it would be for the FIFA players to meet the Cowboys players. Especially for some of the fringe players on the Cowboys, this would be a chance to meet athletes from countries such as England, France, Japan, Germany, Italy, and other such a places. Think how exciting this would be for the starters too such as Dak and Zeke meeting the likes of Harry Kane, Marcus Rashford, Benzema, Pogba and others. This could be quite the morale booster.
5. It also has beneficial future implications for the Cowboys players. This will give our players a reason to travel internationally during future offseasons to hang out with their new friends as these will give them places to go for future offseasons to enjoy themselves. As such, this will also help them to do more positive things with their lives, and traveling is fun.

These are just 5 of the many reasons AT&T Stadium hosting a portion of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. There are plenty of others as well.

It’s obviously a good thing for our area as it’s going to bring financial benefits and jobs but benefit for the Cowboys? Not sure of this angle . Most players prob are much like Cowboy fans with very little interest.

 

[shabazz]

The tournament isn't until 2026

Even if it didn’t benefit the Cowboys in any way, I still don’t see any issue with using this venue. Should be all upside.

 

[Cowboysheelsreds053]

I have gotten into hockey more than soccer.

 

[RustyBourneHorse]

It’s obviously a good thing for our area as it’s going to bring financial benefits and jobs but benefit for the Cowboys? Not sure of this angle . Most players prob are much like Cowboy fans with very little interest.

I think the players might be interested.

 

[fredp22]

its a good thing for Jerry and your reasons show it has absolutely nothing to do with the Cowboys

 

[Diehardblues]

I think the players might be interested.

Why?

 

[RustyBourneHorse]

Why?

Because the players seem to enjoy sports besides American Football when they're not playing or practicing. Also, I'd imagine there are several that probably enjoy the sport, especially considering how big the PL is and with how the sport is growing in the US.

 

[nyc-cowboy]

I think morale boosts and international friends for the players are two good benefits. Also, giving the players something to do to keep them out of trouble is another benefit.

Here ya go - you also may like "Game recognizes game"

 

[Diehardblues]

Because the players seem to enjoy sports besides American Football when they're not playing or practicing. Also, I'd imagine there are several that probably enjoy the sport, especially considering how big the PL is and with how the sport is growing in the US.

Besides a couple players attending a Maverick game most of these players if they attend another sporting event it’s at their Alma Mater.

I dont see any connection with our Cowboys players to these soccer players mostly from around the world .

Your wish for a connection is commendable but little evidence of such.

 

[LACowboysFan1]

considering how big the PL is and with how the sport is growing in the US.

Yes, soccer is growing in the U.S.

Barely.

People have been predicting a big growth for years. Hasn't happened. Won't happen.

Americans like their sports fast for the most part. MLB has held on due to it's being the "national" sport since before pro football even existed. And even it has changed rules to try and speed up the game.

Nothing against soccer myself, but I don't watch it, don't know any of my friends or family that do. An ex-boss of mine did, but only high school soccer since the school he went to was a perennial soccer powerhouse. Even he doesn't watch pro soccer.

Will remain a niche sport here imho...

 

[ESisback]

Do you still expect Zeke and Dak to still be Cowboys in 2026????

Zeke, definitely not. Dak, who knows?

 

[CouchCoach]

Furboy, STOP IT! JUST STOP IT NOW!!!!

Soccer is not a sport. It is grown men running around in little boy shorts, playing kickball, falling down on purpose and then taking their shirt off and waving it around. Now I ask you, does that sound like a worthwhile way for real men to pass their time?

Screw soccer, get Boxing, Motocross and PBR back in and let’s get our knuckle hair back!

 

[reddyuta]

a chance for me to see a WC game in person.i have read that its a lottery system but still no harm in applying for the tickets.

 

[jazzcat22]

I don't mind the FIFA WC Soccer but only watch the US teams. Otherwise I don't pay much attention. I will check in on games now and then, or if I am in a sports bar.
But not going to spend 2 hours watching Croatia and Australia.

 

[RustyBourneHorse]

Furboy, STOP IT! JUST STOP IT NOW!!!!

Soccer is not a sport. It is grown men running around in little boy shorts, playing kickball, falling down on purpose and then taking their shirt off and waving it around. Now I ask you, does that sound like a worthwhile way for real men to pass their time?

Screw soccer, get Boxing, Motocross and PBR back in and let’s get our knuckle hair back!

There's a bit more to it than that, and yes, I enjoy that sport.

 

[jazzcat22]

There's a bit more to it than that, and yes, I enjoy that sport.

I guess some people do not understand how great of athletes they are.
So they probably think great of the Boston Marathon and Tour de France as to being athletic and endurance.
But for a soccer player to basically constantly running or moving somewhat in high temperatures for over 90 minutes is not a sport.