Flags of Our Fans: Prelude — Fan Embassies 101

What is a fan embassy—and how can it help fans feel safer, more welcome, and more connected during the 2026 World Cup?

In this special prelude to Flags of Our Fans, we sit down with Thomas Concannon of the Football Supporters’ Association to explore the purpose and power of fan embassies: pop-up support hubs run by supporters, for supporters. From safety advice to finding your people in a new city, fan embassies are about more than travel—they're about belonging.

As we head into a tournament that raises big questions about nationalism, safety, and identity, this episode lays the foundation for what’s ahead in the docuseries. We explore how national supporters groups like the American Outlaws, Pancho Villa’s Army, and The Voyageurs can use fan embassies to build a better tournament experience—especially for immigrant, first-time, and vulnerable fans.