With just days to go before the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, football fever is sweeping across New York City. Businesses, restaurants and merchandise stores are preparing for a surge in fans and tourists expected during the tournament. Special meal offers, increased jersey inventories and enhanced security measures are being rolled out ahead of kick-off. Authorities have also announced traffic management plans and gridlock alerts as the United States, Mexico and Canada prepare to co-host football's biggest event.