Sacramento will be the first US host of the Homeless World Cup (HWC), a world-class soccer tournament focused on bringing hope, healing, and inspiration through sport.

SACRAMENTO, CA - JULY 10: Amin Jalali, left, jumps into the arms of goaltender Jonny Holland, of team Northern Ireland, after wiinning a pool play match 4-1 over Costa Rica at the Homeless World Cup (HWC) soccer tournament, on the campus of California State University, Sacramento on Monday, July 10, 2023 in Sacramento, CA. Sacramento will be the first US host of the Homeless World Cup (HWC), a world-class soccer tournament focused on bringing hope, healing, and inspiration through sport. California's capitol city will host the 20th anniversary of the HWC which will bring together over 300 athletes representing more than 30 countries and 40 teams for a week of free, fast-paced matches at California State University, Sacramento. (Gary Coronado / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)