The 2026 World Cup begins in less than two months, marking the start of what promises to be one of the momentous sporting events in Seattle’s history. To help mark those three weeks, we will be publishing our second-ever issue of IV: The Sounder at Heart magazine.
Among the articles we’ll be featuring in this issue are an in-depth look at the RAVE Foundation’s efforts to build more than 50 mini-pitches around the state; an essay from former Sounders GM Garth Lagerway; how the Iranian diaspora is hoping to treat these games as a bonding experience; an excerpt from Paul Tenorio’s upcoming book “The Messi Effect”; a profile of Katie Wilson, Seattle’s “soccer mayor”; profiles of all seven teams who will be playing matches here; and plenty of other interesting content.
Pre-sales are now open, meaning you can get it for $10 (plus shipping). Unfortunately, due to the tight turnaround we’re not offering a pickup option, but we are hoping to get them in the mail in time for you to receive them before the start of the tournament on June 11.
We’re also offering an opportunity to get the first two issues for just $20. Just put both issues in your cart and use the code “BUNDLE.”
Issue 1 of IV was a massive success and got positive reviews from everyone we talked to. Having now read most of the content that will be in the follow-up, I’m confident this issue will live up to those expectations.
