Borussia Dortmund expand global footprint with "World Street Series" initiative
Borussia Dortmund expand global footprint with "World Street Series" initiative Building on recent outreach efforts such as the launch of the Spanish-language platform @ElDortmund and collaborative events in New York, Borussia Dortmund are now taking the next step in their partnership with Street Soccer USA. Together, they will host the “Street Soccer USA LA Cup” in Los Angeles later this month. On April 18, 2026, L.
A. Live will be transformed into a temporary street football venue, with a full-day event running from 8:00 to 22:00 local time. More than 300 participants aged 10 to 14, alongside adult and corporate teams, are expected to take part in small-sided matches on specially constructed pitches.
A dedicated youth tournament presented by Dortmund will also form part of the programme. Former BVB defender Patrick Owomoyela is set to represent the club on-site, engaging with fans and supporting participants throughout the day. The initiative goes beyond sporting competition.
Organised by Street Soccer USA, whose mission centres on combating poverty and strengthening communities through football, the LA Cup aims to combine European club identity with urban football culture and social impact. The event is free to attend, reinforcing its inclusive approach. Marc Lingenhoff, Managing Director of BVB Americas Inc.
, emphasised the broader vision behind the project: “Creating opportunities for children to play in environments like this is a core pillar of our partnership with Street Soccer USA. L. A.