Shooting at World Cup Fan Zone in California Kills One
A shooting in a San Jose, California, fan zone designated for World Cup festivities resulted in one death and one injury. Police are investigating the incident, which occurred despite no active games being screened at the time.
Why it matters
The incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding gun violence in the U.S. during high-profile international events like the 2026 World Cup.
View comments Football fans gather to watch USA and Paraguay at San Pedro Square for a FIFA World Cup watch party in San Jose, Calif. on June 12, 2026. —Emilee Chinn—Getty Images Chad de Guzman Mon, June 29, 2026 at 9:15 AM UTC 2 min read View comments Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. One person died and another person sustained "life-threatening" injuries, according to police, following a Sunday night shooting in a popular spot in California known for hosting World Cup festivities this summer.
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