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Ticket trouble resolved for young North Texas soccer fan
By Diana Zoga and Robin Carter at NBC DFW
· June 22, 2026
· 4 min read
A few days before Messi Monday, a North Texas family learned their World Cup tickets, purchased on a third-party platform, couldn’t be delivered. They asked NBC 5 for help. ‘COUNTING DOWN THE DAYS’ Wearing Argentina’s away jersey, 15-year-old Cade Tolin headed to Dallas Stadium to see his favorite p
Key takeaway ‘COUNTING DOWN THE DAYS’ Wearing Argentina’s away jersey, 15-year-old Cade Tolin headed to Dallas Stadium to see his favorite player, Lionel Messi, take the pitch in the World Cup.
Why this matters in The Fort Worth
The resolution of the ticket trouble for the Tolin family is a welcome outcome for a young soccer fan in North Texas. This incident highlights the challenges faced by families in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex who want to attend high-profile events like the World Cup. The fact that the family had to seek help from NBC 5 after purchasing tickets on a third-party platform like StubHub raises questions about the reliability of these platforms for local fans. As the region continues to host major sporting events, it is crucial for event organizers and ticketing platforms to ensure that fans have a smooth and secure experience. For families in Fort Worth and neighboring areas, being able to attend events at venues like the Dallas Stadium should be a source of excitement and community, not frustration and uncertainty. The Tolin family's experience serves as a reminder to local authorities to monitor the ticketing process and protect consumers.
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Category: schools ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: NBC DFW ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? A few days before Messi Monday, a North Texas family learned their World Cup tickets, purchased on a third-party platform, couldn’t be delivered. They asked NBC 5 for help. ‘COUNTING DOWN THE DAYS’ Wearing Argentina’s away jersey, 15-year-old Cade Tolin headed to Dallas Stadium to see his favorite p
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