There are less than 20 days to go before the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks-off in Mexico City as 48 teams battle for the biggest prize over 104 games.

Despite the tournament being staged in Canada, Mexico and the USA, many soccer mad US cities are getting in on the act and generating interest on the eve of the biggest sporting event in the world and Cincinnati is no exception.

A citywide “Summer of Soccer” festival built around World Cup watch parties in the city, this weekend FC Cincinnati will sport special World Cup themed jerseys with players set to wear unique jersey numbers this weekend featuring a vibrant blend of flags representing all 48 participating nations.

The ‘Orange and Blue’ take on Orlando City with both sides struggling in the midtable section of the Eastern Conference.

Ahead of the With a 60-day break between MLS matches looming after the completion of this match, FC Cincinnati come into their final game of the first half of the season looking to build momentum and give their fans one last win to celebrate through the “Summer of Soccer”.

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