DFW Sports in 2026 — Cowboys, Mavericks, and the World Cup
Dallas-Fort Worth is a top-tier American sports market: the Dallas Cowboys play at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, the Mavericks and Stars compete in downtown Dallas, the Rangers and a planned new MLB stadium anchor Tarrant County, and FC Dallas represents the region in MLS. The 2026 World Cup transforms DFW into an international sports destination when Fan Fest at Fair Park opens in June — part of the largest sporting event on earth.
The Mavs and Stars announced the end of their fight over control of the American Airlines Center, and the co-tenants will remain at the arena until at least 2031.The news comes as both teams have announced their exit from downtown Dallas in the coming years.American Airlines Center lawsuit settledThe Dallas Mavericks and Dallas Stars released a joint statement on Monday confirming an agreement that resolves "outstanding matters between the two organizations."The release states the teams will continue to play their home games at the American Airlines Center through 2030-31, which coincides with the end of their leases at the arena in Victory Park.Dallas City Manager Kim Tolbert released the following statement after the joint announcement:"We are pleased to hear that an agreement has been reached. As we plan for the future of downtown and our sports and entertainment district, this agreement is an important step, and we look forward to continuing our partnership with both organizations
Von Miller will play for the Dallas Cowboys in his 15th NFL season.The eight-time Pro Bowler and two-time Super Bowl champion signed a one-year contract with Dallas.Jerry and Stephen Jones have indicated since the start of training camp that bringing in a seasoned pass rusher later in camp would definitely be a possibility. Miller seems to be that man.Miller posted an image of himself wearing a Cowboys jersey to mark the announcement."Dallas! Let’s make this one Special!" he wrote on X.Cowboys legend Demarcus Ware, who played with Miller in Denver, also shared a screenshot of the two talking on FaceTime. His post included a smiling emoji and the caption #CowboysNation.This is a homecoming for the 37-year-old DeSoto native who started at Texas A&M.He played nine seasons with the Broncos, winning Super Bowl MVP honors. He then went on to play with the Rams and Bills before joining the Commanders last season.Despite having a limited role in Washington, Miller led the team with nine sa
The Dallas Cowboys won their preseason opener against the reigning Super Bowl champions this weekend.Cowboys vs. SeahawksThe Cowboys kicked off their preseason with the 17-7 victory over the Seahawks on Saturday night.Dallas et the tone early with a hard-hitting defensive performance, forcing turnovers and holding Seattle to just a single score.Offensively, the Cowboys found their rhythm in the second half with two touchdowns by Camden Brown.Although the win doesn’t mean much, Head Coach Brian Schottenheimer had high praise for the team."Number one, that was a great team effort win. Outstanding. Hey, how about the second half defense? I think it was four three or four outs and then we gave them the ball on the 5-yard line and y’all still kept them out," he said. "And the best thing was we were able as a football team to finish the game on offense with four minutes because nobody can stop Joe Milton on a quarterback sneak."The Cowboys will face the Cardinals in the next preseason game o
The date was January 6, 2000, the first home game after Mark Cuban’s purchase of the Mavericks was made official two days earlier. The opponent, Utah. It was the start of a new era. It wouldn’t take long for us to understand who would be behind the bench for it. Midway through the third quarter, … Continued The post Don Nelson Changed My Life appeared first on D Magazine.
