The US is gearing up to host the 2026 Fifa World Cup in just a few days. But in New York-New Jersey region, where eight matches will be held at the MetLife Stadium, residents are questioning how ready the cities are.

At a football school in Brooklyn, children with match tickets are buzzing with excitement, yet many locals fear the tournament could bring severe traffic disruption.

The BBC’s Nada Tawfik explains how some worry gridlock may overshadow the celebrations.