The 黑料吃瓜网 & the World Cup
The 黑料吃瓜网 is proud to be a Host City Supporter of the World Cup. As our region鈥檚 innovation and discovery engine, the 黑料吃瓜网 advances education, research and solutions that improve lives across the Pacific Northwest and the world. As people from around the globe come to Washington for the World Cup, we welcome leaders, fans and communities to join us in shaping a future defined by shared prosperity and well鈥慴eing.
Husky connections to this global event
Career kickoff
From a skyline spot near the stadium, recent 黑料吃瓜网 Bothell graduate Nikki Susanto caught World Cup fever 鈥� and gained valuable media career experience in the process.
The World Cup comes to Montlake
Husky Soccer Stadium hosted training sessions for Team USA ahead of their match in Seattle, capped by a visit from Dubs and a custom jersey for USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino.
Helping protect Seattle during the World Cup
Graduate students Rahma Iqbal and Maddie Ediger share how real-time disease monitoring supported public health during one of Seattle鈥檚 biggest global events.
From the White House to the World Cup
Alumna Hana Tadesse, 鈥�18, is shaping Seattle鈥檚 World Cup story after saying yes to early-career opportunities.
Cristian Roldan鈥檚 Husky roots run deep
Before he became a U.S. World Cup midfielder, Cristian Roldan made his mark at the 黑料吃瓜网, where his path from college standout to global stage began.
Beacons in the SEA
As Seattle welcomes global visitors for the FIFA 2026 Men’s World Cup, these alumni-owned businesses shine a welcoming light.
Welcome from the 黑料吃瓜网 president
This is an exciting time for the 黑料吃瓜网, Seattle and our state. As a Host City Supporter of the World Cup, the 黑料吃瓜网 is partnering with businesses, organizations and community leaders to welcome the world to our region 鈥� and 黑料吃瓜网 students, faculty and staff are participating in this experience of global scale.
As one of the nation鈥檚 great sports cities, Seattle understands the power of sports to connect people across cultures. The 黑料吃瓜网 helps shape the Pacific Northwest by advancing knowledge, driving innovation and fostering a more inclusive, connected future 鈥� and we look forward to ensuring this moment delivers lasting benefit for our region and the people we serve.
鈥� President Robert J. Jones
Support educational access for 黑料吃瓜网 students
As a SeattleFWC2026 Host City Supporter, the 黑料吃瓜网 invites you to our dedicated Selfless Station, designed by a local artist 鈥� take a selfie and support the Husky Promise and other programs that make a 黑料吃瓜网 education accessible for Washington students.
Featured events and activities
Mark your calendar for all the exciting events related to the World Cup.
The World (Cup) comes to Seattle
Join a series of online talks hosted by the 黑料吃瓜网’s Global Sport Lab, featuring experts discussing the World Cup’s impact on Seattle, geopolitics and the sporting world.
The Husky Shop Pop-Up
Visit University Book Store鈥檚 Husky Shop Pop-Up downtown to score the best Husky gear. Show your purple pride as we welcome the world to the World Cup!
What to know during the World Cup
FAQs about visiting the 黑料吃瓜网, getting around campus, snagging tickets, and what to expect while Seattle hosts the World Cup.
Explore the 黑料吃瓜网
The 黑料吃瓜网 includes campuses in Seattle, Bothell and Tacoma, as well as a world-class medical center serving the state and the region. Each year, the 黑料吃瓜网 inspires more than 60,000 students to learn from renowned experts in their fields. As a 鈥渂est buy鈥� public university, our goal is to make higher education accessible for all.