A Legacy of Hospitality: Celebrating Our 2026 Homestay Families

As the 2026 Dallas Cup presented by Coca-Cola concludes, it’s important to recognize one of the tournament’s most meaningful and enduring traditions: the Homestay Program and the families who make it possible.

Each year, communities across North Texas open their homes to hundreds of international athletes, reinforcing what has long set the Dallas Cup apart. The “Beautiful Game” extends far beyond the pitch, and nowhere is that more evident than in the connections formed through homestay.

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Breaking Barriers Since 1987

The Homestay Program has been a cornerstone of the Dallas Cup’s identity for nearly four decades. Established in 1987, it was created to ensure the tournament remained a truly global stage—providing opportunities for elite youth teams from around the world to participate, regardless of financial barriers.

The Heart of the Dallas Cup Experience

What makes the Dallas Cup experience so unique is the bridge built between cultures. Players arrive as competitors, but often leave as extended family. The “Magic of Dallas” is found in moments that happen away from the stadium:

Cultural Exchange: Sharing meals, stories, and traditions around the dinner table. Shared Passions: Connecting through sport, whether on the field, in the backyard, or over a video game. Lifelong Bonds: Forming friendships that span continents and last well beyond the tournament.

To the families who served as ambassadors for our city, provided a true “home away from home,” and supported players from across the globe—thank you. Your generosity and hospitality remain a defining part of what makes the Dallas Cup one of the most prestigious and welcoming youth tournaments in the world.

2026 Homestay Program Participants

Dallas Texans (Combine Families)

FCD YOUTH BLUE ECNL RL NTX(U18,U17,U15)

PAYD FC

DALLAS TEXANS ECNL-RL G10

Dallas Texans 09 ENCL RL

Alicia Doxtator

ATLETICO DALLAS 12B NWEGBO

DALLAS TEXANS ACADEMY ECNL

FC DALLAS ECNL RED GENTILE

DALLAS TEXANS ACADEMY ECNL 11B

STING NTX 10B MCGEE

Dallas Texans ECRL B09

FC Dallas ECNL Red

Dallas Legacy 08 Arroyo

FC Dallas ECNL RL

Dallas Texans ENCL 09B

Dallas Texans ECRL 08

Dallas Hornets 07B Green- Johnson

FC Dallas ECNL Red RL NTX

Dallas Texans academy ECNL 08/07

Solar SC Academy ECNL 07/08

Solar SC U19 ECNL

Dallas Texans ECNL 07/08

FC Dallas Youth Red ECNL 08