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Eight arrested after repeated attempts to enter World Cup matches without tickets
By Jala Washington and Eva Parks at NBC DFW
· June 30, 2026
· 2 min read
Despite heightened security around World Cup matches at Dallas Stadium, Arlington police say eight people have now been arrested for attempting to enter games without tickets. The latest arrests occurred Saturday during the Argentina vs. Jordan match. NBC 5 Investigates found similar incidents have
Key takeaway On Saturday, Arlington police arrested 32-year-old New Zealand national Catalina Gambadoro, 26-year-old Argentine national Alejo Melgar and 18-year-old Kareem Kakour, who has an Indiana address.
Why this matters in The Fort Worth
The repeated attempts to enter World Cup matches without tickets at Dallas Stadium raise concerns about the effectiveness of security measures in place. While Arlington police have made several arrests, the fact that at least four individuals were able to gain access to the venue before being caught is troubling. As the tournament continues, it will be crucial to monitor whether any changes to security procedures are implemented to prevent such incidents. The heavy police presence and metal fencing around the perimeter of the stadium are measures that have been taken to ensure safety, but the ability of some individuals to breach these security measures is a concern. As a major event hosted in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, the safety and security of attendees is of utmost importance, and local authorities must ensure that adequate measures are in place to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: NBC DFW ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Despite heightened security around World Cup matches at Dallas Stadium, Arlington police say eight people have now been arrested for attempting to enter games without tickets. The latest arrests occurred Saturday during the Argentina vs. Jordan match. NBC 5 Investigates found similar incidents have
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