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Honduras has been selected to host the XIII Central American Games in October 2029, with Tegucigalpa as the main venue, marking the country's return as host after more than three decades.

Honduras's largest cycling event, the Vuelta Ciclística El Heraldo, will take place on Sunday, November 15, in Tegucigalpa with over 1,400 riders expected; proceeds will benefit the Anawin Foundation's school support and nutrition programs for young children.

Honduras plays Jamaica on Monday in Tegucigalpa in a crucial Concacaf Nations League group-stage match with qualification to the quarterfinals at stake.

National Police will deploy a broad security operation for Honduras's World Cup qualifier against Jamaica on Monday, October 5 at 8:00 p.m. at the National Stadium in Tegucigalpa.

The National Police will station 550 officers in six security rings around National Stadium for Honduras's Nations League opener against Surinam on September 25 at 7:00 p.m., with nearby streets closed from 3:30 p.m. and gates opening at 4:00 p.m.

The Honduran Football Federation has released ticket prices (ranging from 200 to 600 lempiras, about $8–$24) for home Nations League matches against Surinam on September 25 and Jamaica on October 5 at the National Stadium in Tegucigalpa.

Honduras claimed two gold medals at the Central American student sports games in Tegucigalpa: the softball team defeated Panama 18–12 in a comeback victory, and José Eduardo Gómez won the men's individual table-tennis title.

Honduran runner Anyely Carías Leiva from Sonaguera won silver in the 2,000-meter steeplechase at the Central American Student Games (CODICADER) 2026 in Tegucigalpa, helping Honduras reach fifth place overall with 77 medals.

Honduras's women's handball team advanced to the gold-medal final of the XXII Central American Student Sports Games (CODICADER 2026) for the first time, defeating Guatemala 27–19 to remain undefeated in the tournament.

Olimpia announced that two premium sections of Tegucigalpa's National Stadium have sold out ahead of Thursday's Central American Cup Group C match against Costa Rican powerhouse Saprissa, with both teams tied on nine points and vying for first place.

Spanish coach Juanfran García of Independiente collapsed on the field during a Liga Nacional match at Estadio Carlos Miranda on August 22, clutching his chest; medical staff provided oxygen and he recovered, later returning to the sideline.

Olimpia came from behind to defeat Motagua 3–1 in Round 3 of the 2026 Apertura season, extending its unbeaten start to 3–0 while the defending champion struggles with consecutive losses.

José Daniel Echeverri, 12, claimed his third consecutive national championship in the U12 category at the fourth National G1 tournament in Tegucigalpa, with Valentina Escobar and Christofer Núñez also winning national titles in their respective categories.

Sports analyst Jacobo Hernández Romero warned that Honduras's National Stadium requires constant preventive maintenance to avoid the deterioration that has plagued the Metropolitan Olympic Stadium in San Pedro Sula, citing lessons from the 2026 World Cup's economic impact.

Olimpia announced ticket prices for the Superclásico against Motagua on August 16 at the National Stadium: L150 (about $6) for sun seating, L300 (about $12) for shade, and L600 (about $24) for reserved seats.

Trainers and athletes say the Olympic Complex in Tegucigalpa, built nearly 40 years ago, has reached capacity as daily attendance climbs to around 20,000 people, with overcrowded pools, deteriorating facilities, and insufficient space for new sports and teams.

Tegucigalpa has been confirmed as the host city for the 2029 Central American Games, according to an announcement at the closing ceremony of the 2026 games in Santo Domingo.

Olimpia plays Lobos UPNFM on August 2 at 7:30 PM in Tegucigalpa to kick off the 2026 Honduran league season, which launched with a new 12-team regional format.

Tiburones de Honduras won the Copa Delfines Mayas, a regional swimming competition held July 24–26 at Tegucigalpa's Olympic Complex that drew athletes from Honduras, El Salvador, and Nicaragua and was sponsored by LAFISE insurance as part of the championship's 51st anniversary.

A marathon in Tegucigalpa on July 26 from 5:30–8:00 a.m. will bring temporary traffic modifications across several sectors, though no full street closures; authorities urge drivers to use caution and expect delays.

The National Police confirmed nearly 800 officers will be deployed inside and outside the Estadio Nacional Chelato Uclés for this Thursday's inaugural Honduras Supercup match between Olimpia and Motagua, with five security cordons planned.

Olimpia and Motagua will play for the inaugural official Honduras Supercup title on July 23 at the National Stadium, with international referee Saíd Martínez overseeing the match.

Honduran club Motagua confirmed the signing of 34-year-old Costa Rican forward Jonathan Moya on a two-year contract, marking the team's fourth offseason acquisition as it prepares for the domestic Apertura tournament and Central American Cup.

The second Copa UNITEC, a university sports tournament in Tegucigalpa featuring football, basketball, and volleyball from seven Honduran universities, wrapped with final matches and awards recognizing competitor talent and sportsmanship.

The National Police will close roads and conduct vehicle checkpoints starting at 3 a.m. on June 6 for the 36th Police Marathon; authorities urge drivers to use alternate routes and depart early.

Honduran champion Motagua has signed 23-year-old Italo-Honduran center-back Valerio Marinacci, a left-footed defender who trained in Lazio's youth academy, as the club's second reinforcement ahead of upcoming tournaments.

Honduras drew 1–1 with Jamaica in Tegucigalpa and secured its place in the Concacaf Nations League's top tier.