local
Ticket trouble resolved for young North Texas soccer fan
By Diana Zoga and Robin Carter at NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local
· 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 f...
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 Southlake News
The resolution of the ticket issue for the Tolin family is a welcome outcome for a young soccer fan in North Texas. This incident, however, also highlights the challenges that can arise when using third-party ticketing platforms, particularly for high-profile events like the World Cup. For local families, the experience of attending such events can be a significant investment of time and money, and any disruptions can be particularly disappointing. The fact that StubHub was able to secure new tickets for the family is a positive development, but it also underscores the need for vigilance and advocacy on the part of consumers when dealing with these platforms. As the Dallas-Fort Worth area continues to host major sporting events, it will be important for local residents to be aware of their rights and options when purchasing tickets through third-party sellers.
About this story
Original reporting by NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local . Southlake News surfaces reporting from trusted publishers and adds local editorial context so readers can quickly understand what a story means for their community. We attribute every source, link to the original report, and follow a documented editorial standards policy. To understand how stories are selected and reviewed, read our about page .
For the complete original report, visit NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local . Have a tip or correction? Contact our newsroom .
Category: local ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local ·
Reading time: 4 min
Get more Southlake News stories like this
Free weekly briefing covering local and other local news. Curated by our editorial team. No spam.
By subscribing you agree to our privacy policy . Unsubscribe anytime.
Frequently asked about this story
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 f...
When was this published? This article was first published on June 22, 2026 by NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local and curated for Southlake News readers.
Who reported this story? This story was reported by Diana Zoga and Robin Carter at NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local. To learn more about how Southlake News selects and reviews stories, see our editorial standards .
Where can I find related coverage? See more local coverage from Southlake News, or browse our daily briefing and topic hubs .
← Back to all news
More local →
Today’s briefing
Subscribe to newsletter