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People are surprising their dads with the ultimate Father's Day gift: World Cup tickets
By Angela Yang | NBC News at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS)
· June 21, 2026
· 6 min read
Hayley Rodriguez’s father is one of many soccer fans who had always dreamed of attending a World Cup game. But when the global event arrived in his city for the first time, the ticket prices made him resign himself to once again watching on television in his Los Angeles home.
What he didn’t re...
Key takeaway What he didn’t realize was that Rodriguez, 21, had been secretly working with her two siblings to score tickets for him, checking daily to see if they could find a game they could afford.
Why this matters in The Trophy Club
The World Cup's arrival in North America has created a unique opportunity for locals to give their dads a special gift. While the story of Hayley Rodriguez and her siblings surprising their father with World Cup tickets is heartwarming, it also highlights the sacrifices many parents make for their families. In communities like Trophy Club , where family values are deeply rooted, the gesture of giving back to a parent is particularly meaningful. The fact that Rodriguez's father, a truck driver, had never treated himself to anything and was willing to sell the tickets instead of using them, speaks to the selflessness of many parents in the area. As locals celebrate Father's Day, the World Cup has become a way to show appreciation for the sacrifices made by dads, and the surprise ticket gifts are a testament to the love and gratitude that exists within families in Trophy Club and beyond.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 21, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) ·
Reading time: 6 min
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What is this story about? Hayley Rodriguez’s father is one of many soccer fans who had always dreamed of attending a World Cup game. But when the global event arrived in his city for the first time, the ticket prices made him resign himself to once again watching on television in his Los Angeles home.
What he didn’t re...
When was this published? This article was first published on June 21, 2026 by NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) and curated for The Trophy Club readers.
Who reported this story? This story was reported by Angela Yang | NBC News at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS). To learn more about how The Trophy Club selects and reviews stories, see our editorial standards .
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