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Seattle’s FIFA World Cup hosting presents a rare opportunity to transform Pioneer Square into a vibrant cultural hub. In collaboration with Forest For The Trees, the nonprofit behind the Frames public art program, we are launching a dynamic initiative that will showcase soccer-inspired installations throughout the neighborhood. This activation will turn Pioneer Square into an open-air gallery, engaging fans, artists, and brands while reinforcing Seattle’s reputation as a center for creativity and innovation.

Why Pioneer Square is the Perfect Location

Global Visibility & Audience Engagement: Pioneer Square sits at the heart of Seattle’s World Cup action, serving as the primary gateway to Lumen Field and T-Mobile Park. Thousands of fans will pass through this historic district on their way to and from matches, making it the most visible and impactful location for public art installations.Elevated Fan Experience: This activation will seamlessly integrate with the energy of the tournament, drawing fans into Pioneer Square’s rich history and vibrant public spaces, ensuring a deeper connection to Seattle’s cultural landscape.Cultural & Artistic Legacy: This initiative integrates diverse artistic voices, leaving a meaningful mark on the city’s public art scene.

Public Art in a Protected Landmark

Curated by Forest For The Trees: Ensuring a high-quality, dynamic artistic experience in one of Seattle’s most historically preserved neighborhoods, where Frames provides the only opportunity for public artwork displays.

20 High-Impact Framed Locations: Strategically placed installations maximizing visibility and engagement.

Diverse Artistic Perspectives: Featuring both local and international artists celebrating the movement, passion, and unity of soccer.

Interactive & Digital Integration: QR codes will provide access to artist insights, behind-the-scenes content, and interactive digital experiences.

Community Engagement: Live mural paintings, guided art walks, and social storytelling to enhance participation.

Engaging Fans & Elevating Brands Through Public Art

Brand Alignment with Cultural Impact: Public art creates a powerful storytelling platform where brands can connect with fans in an authentic and visually striking way. Sponsors can integrate their branding into high-traffic installations, providing a memorable, shareable experience for attendees.

Amplified Digital Presence: Each installation offers built-in engagement touchpoints—QR codes can direct fans to exclusive brand content, behind-the-scenes videos, and interactive experiences, enhancing both in-person and digital visibility.

Enduring Contribution to the Arts: By supporting this initiative, brands will not only gain visibility but also position themselves as leaders in cultural engagement, community enrichment, and global sporting celebrations.

We would love the opportunity to explore collaborations & how potential organizations can be involved in this exciting activation.

More information on the Frames Program: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/forest-trees-new-public-art-initiative-pioneer-square-artxiv-buymc/?trackingId=QFB1iiJfRAKXgBws%2FFlQwA%3D%3D

Frames during MLB All Star Week in Seattle:https://youtu.be/TTafboskYTk?si=4kpDsw6vvgokcxOy

Hi friends! This will be my first World Cup and I am curious if anyone can share experiences of coming away with nothing from the lottery. I know it’s obviously not guaranteed and depends on the number of applicants, but any information is helpful! This will help decide if I sell my soul for hospitality or not 😅

Thanks in advance!

I'm enquiring about game 8 in San Francisco if any one has insider information on kick off times. Even an educated guess would be appreciated. Or a link I can't find on google

Hey everyone! I’m curious about your experiences or concerns regarding attending the World Cup in the host country. If you’ve been to one, what challenges did you face (e.g., costs, transportation, safety)? Or, if you’re planning to go, what worries do you have?

Would love to hear your insights—trying to get a better understanding of what fans deal with!

Thanks in advance!

Personally messi is the goat but i can see the pele argument too. Aswell as maradona.

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As I I said if the World Cup is number one which international tournament is number 2 from all the available confederation competitions Euros Copa America Asian cup Africa cup of nations Gold cup The one for Oceania, don’t know the name

Remember there’s pros and cons to all of them and no tournament should be ranked higher then the other , well for me anyway but I’m willing to listen to all arguments for each one

One question on people’s minds is if these two should combine. Would the clubs and nations want this? Would it overall be a good idea or a bad idea? I feel like if they should do this, they need to split up each competition based off regions. The question has come to light now that CONCACAF teams qualify for Copa America through the nations league. Would this be a good idea to merge?

The Caribbean Union is a big sub confederation. But if the Central American teams and the North American teams left to join South America, then how would the Caribbean nations hold up. Would they be competitive or be able to hold up on their own? What would it look like or be realistically. Would the carribean nations or other people want this?

Football in Oceania is definitely not the best in multiple aspects, and realistically if New Zealand leaves the confederation (for presumably AFC), then it could really cease to exist. My question is what can really be done to develop these islands into footballing nations. Do you think they need to get better youth systems, more money pumped into the nations? Do they need better club/domestic league systems or continental cup systems? Or do they just need to play more teams internationally. Are there any other problems they have? I don’t have a background from Oceania, but I wish the confederation can compete with the others in the future. It’s a dream I wish to see, but I don’t know if it can truly happen if the confederation doesn’t get better, or if New Zealand leaves. What do you think can be done to improve the OFC?

Yes, I know this is technically the same picture that I posted about a year and a half ago but I didn't want to get them all out. So yeah

There’s so many teams that could do it but let’s some examples

Portugal has a good chance but with the current management and with Ronaldo still there it’s a no

Netherlands are a good choice, clockwork 🍊to finally finish what their golden generation couldn’t

As for team outside of Europe and South America, that’s a bit tricky

I’m asking this because this has to last chance for both players to try to lift this trophy as a player anyway. It’s do or die for both of them winning or losing will massively affect their legacy forever

I just looked at the concacaf group standings and wow Nicaragua is top of the group at this stage. While maybe unlikely it would be awesome to see them in the big show.

I’m not saying the USMNT is awful or anything, but considering it has the third-largest population in the entire world and practically infinite resources, they have wildly underperformed. The U.S. has over 330 million people, more than Argentina, France, and Italy combined. Yet, while those countries have brought home multiple World Cups, the USMNT has only made it to the round of 16.

Soccer is growing fast in popularity here, and the infrastructure for sports development is unmatched as there's more investment in sports than some countries’ GDPs. With all its advantages, the USMNT should be a superpower in world soccer, not just that team people hope "might do better this time." So why isn’t it?

I'm not saying they're bad or anything, but considering it has the second largest population after Brazil in Latin America and football is incredibly popular there, they haven't lived up to their potential. Mexico has almost 3 times as many people as Argentina, but has produced far fewer world class players. Mexico should be a regular World Cup challenger, alongside Brazil and Argentina. Poverty is a significant issue in Mexico, but it is as well in Brazil and many world class Brazilian players were very poor growing up.

I would like to know what date in 2025/2026 the draw for the group stages of World Cup 2026 will take place?

Countries that never hosted it that you would think should be hosted why and what year?

This is obviously subjective, but im very interested to see if theres any concensus on this:)

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Greece will have to face Scotland, Belarus and most likely Denmark to qualify to the 2026 world cup. Do you think Greece has a lot of chances in finishing first in their group ?

Im not a big fan of saudi hosting the world cup too but they ran unopposed. There was nothing we can do about it. China and Australia were the nations that I wanted to have a world cup hosted there but they did not bid. It was only saudi who bidded and since they have no opponents they just “won” the rights to it. Im just mad the other eligible countries did not try to bid.

We haven't had a new winner since Spain in 2010, when do you think we could get another new winner and who

For me, it was the 2006 World Cup.