As the opening of the 2026 FIFA World Cup draws near, business and restaurants in New York are preparing for an influx of fans and tourists ahead of the official start next week.

There’s less than a week to go before the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off.

The tournament is being hosted across North America, with games in the US, Mexico and Canada.

Vendors and restaurants in New York are gearing up for an influx of tourists.

Mickey Voll is Marketing Director for Pelé Soccer, a football store in the middle of Times' Square.