Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom announced California is taking the field and mobilizing statewide operations ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026, activating emergency coordination, deploying public safety resources and strengthening infrastructure to support matches in Los Angeles and the Bay Area.
From kickoff to the final whistle, California is stepping onto the global stage ready to deliver. State agencies have spent more than a year working with local governments, federal partners, transportation officials and public safety agencies to support host communities, protect critical infrastructure, and help make sure the tournament runs smoothly on and off the field.
The eyes of the world will be on California, and we’re ready. State and local agencies have spent more than a year preparing to support host communities, protect public safety, and ensure visitors and residents alike can enjoy a safe and memorable experience. California is proud to welcome people from every corner of the globe and showcase the values that define our state — opportunity, inclusivity, and respect for all.
Governor Gavin Newsom
A strong defense off the field
Hosting the World Cup takes more than world-class venues. It takes trained people on the ground, the right equipment in place and close coordination behind the scenes.
Governor Newsom has activated the State Operations Center to support host jurisdictions, monitor threats, coordinate real-time information sharing and strengthen cybersecurity protections for critical infrastructure and event operations. The Governor’s Office of Emergency Services is leading statewide coordination and earlier this year established a Special Events Task Force to help align planning, information sharing and support before and during the tournament.
“A major international event like the FIFA World Cup requires extensive coordination long before the first match begins,” said Cal OES Director Caroline Thomas Jacobs. “Our role is to bring together local, state, federal, international and private-sector partners to ensure California is prepared for any situation while supporting host communities and maintaining situational awareness across the state.”
California’s public safety agencies also are working closely with host communities to help ensure extra law enforcement support is available if needed. The state stands ready to use California’s mutual aid system so additional help can be moved quickly if conditions change, while supporting host communities and maintaining situational awareness across the state.”
Keeping California moving
State transportation agencies have spent more than a year preparing for increased travel demand associated with the tournament.
“With millions of fans expected to travel throughout California for the FIFA games, CalSTA’s focus is on providing safe and reliable transportation every step of the way,” said California State Transportation Agency Secretary Toks Omishakin. “For more than a year, Caltrans, the California Highway Patrol and our transportation partners have been coordinating plans for traffic management and public safety operations to keep people moving safely and efficiently.”
In addition, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) will support tournament operations through coordinated traffic management, emergency response, and specialized public safety deployments, including air operations, canine teams, bicycle patrols, mounted enforcement units, and Special Response Teams.
“Working alongside local, state, federal, and international partners, the CHP is committed to helping provide a safe and secure experience for all throughout the tournament,” said CHP Commissioner Sean Duryee.
Caltrans districts serving the Bay Area and Los Angeles regions will have more than 800 personnel available to support roadway operations, incident response, maintenance, and traffic management activities throughout the tournament.
“Safety is our top priority. We encourage fans to plan ahead, use public transit and check Caltrans’ QuickMap for real-time traffic updates on the state highway system,” said Caltrans Director Dina El-Tawansy. “With more than 800 personnel available during game days, Caltrans is prepared to help ensure a smooth and safe event for everyone.”
California’s World Cup footprint
California will host 14 FIFA World Cup matches, more than any other state, with eight matches in Los Angeles and six in the Bay Area. Los Angeles will host the eight matches, including the U.S. Men’s National Team’s opening match and knockout-round play. The Bay Area schedule includes five group-stage matches and one knockout-round match. Confirmed Bay Area matchups include Qatar vs. Switzerland, Austria vs. Jordan, Türkiye vs. Paraguay, Jordan vs. Algeria, and Australia vs. Paraguay, plus a Round of 32 match.
California also will play a broader role in the tournament beyond the matches themselves — hosting the most Team Base Camp Training Sites throughout the tournament, including the United States in Irvine and Australia and Paraguay in the Bay Area, with other teams such as Qatar, Switzerland and New Zealand also training in the Golden State.
Fans don’t need to enter the stadium to enjoy the atmosphere of the games. Statewide, there’s plenty of options for spectators to be part of fan fest festivities and watch parties, especially in the Los Angeles and Bay Area regions.
California is not only hosting games, it is helping support team operations, fan travel, media activity, and international attention across the tournament.
Protecting rights and communities
California is proud to welcome visitors from around the world and remains committed to ensuring that everyone can safely enjoy the tournament.
As with any major event, state officials encourage residents and visitors to stay alert and report suspected human trafficking activity. California agencies are coordinating closely with local, state, and federal partners to identify and respond to trafficking risks and support victims.
California also remains committed to protecting the rights, safety, and dignity of all people. Visitors and residents should know that state and local law enforcement officers do not enforce federal civil immigration laws, and California law protects access to emergency services, public safety resources, and victim support regardless of immigration status.
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The Dems are rigging the world cup just like they rigged the state and LA recent elections!!!
We Win!!!!!!!
Go Gavvy!!!
USA, USA, USA,……………………………………..
We Win not with newsom and biden on the presidential ticket. Hahahahahahahahahahaha
^^Hey fool, forget about Biden, focus on Trump.
Oh wait…………you CAN’T focus…………………….
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(dum motherfucker)
See how I spelled “dum”?
Until Trump told the nation, everyone thought there was a “b” at the end of dum!!
There isn’t now…………Thanks for pointing that out Don. Hopefully soon dead don.
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What an embarrassing Imbecile you must be to everyone who has ever met you.
What do you expect from the faggot Adam Fairy.
Well I know you couldn’t spell the word, spelled or the word hopefully like the TDS individual above, Anti. Hell, you couldn’t even end your question with the correct punctuation mark.
Thank You Mr. Know it All, Anti
Adam how’s the Pocket Marks, Hahahahahahah Hohohohohoho Hehehehehehe!
^^^ Dumber than bag of democrats.
SAFE AND SUCCESSFUL, IN A DEMOCRAT RUN SHITHOLE?
BREAKING NEWS THE LEGACY MEDIA NEVER EVEN INVESTIGATED
Over 146,000 migrant children found out of the 450,000 that the Biden administration lost.
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said Thursday that the Trump administration has found at least 146,000 migrant children that were unaccounted for during the Biden administration.
A total of 450,000 went missing under former President Joe Biden — and “nearly 300,000” are still unaccounted for, Mullin said at a news conference.
“We’re investigating reports to where some of these kids claim that they were raped 6[00] to 700 times,” he added. “I don’t care who you are. I don’t care if you have kids. You don’t have kids. I don’t care if you’re a liberal, you’re independent, you’re a Democrat. You’re Republican.
“If you can’t stand for law enforcement to go find these kids, who are you? Who are you?” Mullin fumed. “And do you know where we’re finding the most of them: sanctuary cities.”
Major metropolitan centers like New York City, Chicago and Los Angeles have refused to cooperate with federal immigration enforcement as a result of their sanctuary policies”
That’s because it’s the political left voter who buys and rapes these children, and that is a stone cold FACT even the left knows.
Good ol’ Mark Wayne Mullin…………
What a dumb effing hick.
He went from cleaning septics to Trumps cabinet. Remember, he ran dads plumming company. He cleaned shitters.
Okies fell for his ability to complete a sentence, as most of them can’t, and they elected him Senator.
Trump, seeing Mark Waynes ability to drop to his knees and do as he is told, tabbed him for his cabinet. All you have to do is suck donalds penis, and you are golden.
So now good ol’ boy Mark is a cabinet member………
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what a dumb fuckin oakie.
Haapppy Birthday Don, hopefully you receive some lead on your big day.
I get horny watching watching little boys playing soccer, Adam Fairy
Who gives a shit about a bunch of fags kicking a little whit ball get a life ass hole
I’m into ass holes, Adam Fairy on live oak ct..
Breaking News trump looks like he is dead already …
Breaking News … anti giveaway of rim chews behind Murphys Hotel tonight…
Anti back on to catch a predator next season. His ten year reunion …. Don’t miss it …
I do remember him from that show. He was the predator. To stupid to realize he is a looser
^^Hey LOSER. Notice the spelling you moron. When you vote for Trump do you sign your ballot with an “X”?
Make Brett Heart great again.
Sad …