WC 2026 Guide
Official Digital Companion
Navigate the World Cup like a pro
16 cities. 3 countries. 104 matches. 39 days. One 35-page PDF that handles every detail — visas, transport, stadiums, weather, SIMs, and Fan Zones.
⏱ Tournament Countdown
Opener: Jun 11 · Mexico vs South Africa · Estadio Azteca
Who this is for
Built for your journey.
Whether you're flying from Lagos, London, São Paulo or Los Angeles — this guide was written with you in mind.
The International Fan
Flying from Europe, Africa, or South America for the first time in North America. You need visa guidance, cross-border travel rules, and a city-by-city plan that actually makes sense.
The Multi-City Attendee
You've got tickets in Dallas, Kansas City, and New York. How do you connect them efficiently? Where do you stay? What's the most cost-effective route? This guide answers it all.
The Group Organiser
You're planning the trip for 5–10 people. The stakes are high and the logistics are complex. This guide is your blueprint — every city, every match, every detail handled.
What's inside
35 pages. Every answer.
A complete logistical handbook for the biggest sporting event in history. Every section designed around one goal — making your trip smooth, stress-free, and unforgettable.
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All 16 Host Cities
Every stadium covered with capacity, exact address, transport options, nearest neighbourhoods to stay, and insider tips for each city.
- 11 US cities, 2 Canadian cities, 3 Mexican cities
- Stadium-to-city-center transport for every venue
- Best areas to stay near each stadium
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Full Fixture Schedule
Every group stage match organised by date and city — so you can build your itinerary around what you want to see.
- All 104 matches with dates, times (ET), and venues
- City-by-city match calendar
- Knockout stage schedule and bracket
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Visa Requirements Guide
Don't get caught out at the border. Visa rules for 40+ nationalities entering the USA, Canada, and Mexico — clearly laid out, no legal jargon.
- ESTA, eTA, and visa requirements by passport
- Application links and processing time estimates
- Multi-country entry checklist
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Getting Between Cities
Key city pairs with fastest and cheapest transport options — flights, trains, buses, driving routes, and cost comparisons across 11 major routes.
- Dallas–Houston, NY–Boston, LA–SF and 8 more routes
- Cross-border routes: USA↔Mexico, USA↔Canada
- Time and cost estimate for every route
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Time Zone Reference Chart
The USA spans 4 time zones. A 9PM ET kick-off is 6PM in LA. Get this wrong and you miss matches.
- Every host city mapped to its time zone
- Kick-off time conversion table (ET → CT → PT)
- Tips for syncing your phone across zones
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City Weather Guide
Houston and Dallas in June hit 95°F+. Mexico City is at 2,240m altitude. Vancouver evenings are cold.
- June/July temperature, rain risk, humidity for all 16 cities
- Altitude sickness warning for Mexico City
- Heat exhaustion risk guide for hot-city matches
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SIM Card & Connectivity
Without mobile data, Uber won't work, tickets won't load, and you can't reach your group. Three countries, three networks — solved in one section.
- eSIM options covering all 3 countries from one plan
- Price comparison: Airalo, Holafly, Nomad, T-Mobile
- Free Wi-Fi locations in every host city
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Fan Zone Guide — All 16 Cities
No ticket for a match day? Fan Zones are free to enter, with giant screens, live music, food vendors, and the full tournament atmosphere.
- Official Fan Zone location for all 16 host cities
- Capacity, transport, and opening hour details
- Mexico City's 100,000-person Zócalo Fan Zone
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Currency & Tipping Guide
Three currencies, three tipping cultures, wildly different exchange traps. Know what to tip, where to exchange, and which cards to bring.
- USD, CAD, and MXN — exchange rate context and cash tips
- Tipping guide across all 3 countries
- Best no-fee cards: Wise, Revolut recommendations
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Match Day Survival Guide
Stadium entry tips, prohibited items, what to pack, exit strategy — everything you need for a seamless match day.
- 5-step match day timeline: hotel → stadium → final whistle
- Full prohibited items list per FIFA rules
- 8 essential apps to download before you fly
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Emergency Contacts & Safety
Emergency numbers for all 3 countries, tourist police contacts, embassy guidance, and 10 safety rules every international traveller needs.
- Emergency services for USA, Canada, and Mexico
- Tourist assistance numbers in every host country
- Lost passport and medical emergency guidance
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City Budget Guide
Hotel cost ranges for every host city across budget, mid-range, and premium tiers — so you can plan spend before you book.
- Budget/mid/premium nightly rates for all 16 cities
- Best neighbourhoods to stay in per city
- World Cup price surge warning: book now
All 16 host cities
Every city. Every stadium.
⚽ Sample fixtures
From inside the guide.
+ 98 more matches inside the guide →
Trusted by real fans
From all corners of the world.
"I was completely overwhelmed trying to plan trips across Dallas, Kansas City, and New York. This guide broke it all down — transport between cities, where to stay, the full fixture calendar. Honestly saved my trip."
"The visa section alone is worth the $17. I had no idea I needed separate entry for Canada on top of my US visa. The guide walked me through the whole process — saved me a serious problem at the border."
"Organised a trip for 8 of us from London. The city-by-city breakdown and fixture calendar made planning so much easier. The Fan Zone section was a bonus — we had no idea they were free entry."
Get your copy
Everything in one download.
- ✦All 16 Host Cities — full stadium and transport guide
- ✦Full Group Stage Fixture Schedule — by date and city
- ✦All 12 Groups and 48 Teams listed
- ✦Knockout Stage Schedule — Round of 32 through the Final
- ✦Must-See Matches — 6 top picks with why you can't miss them
- ✦Visa Requirements — 40+ nationalities, 3 countries
- ✦Getting Between Cities — 11 key routes with costs and times
- ✦Cross-Border Travel Guide — USA↔Canada, USA↔Mexico
- ✦City Budget Guide — hotel rates across all 16 cities
- ✦Time Zone Conversion Chart — for all 4 US time zones
- ✦Weather Guide — all 16 cities, June and July
- ✦SIM Card Guide — eSIM options covering all 3 countries
- ✦Fan Zone Locations — all 16 cities, free entry
- ✦Currency & Tipping Guide — USD, CAD, MXN
- ✦Match Day Survival Guide — timeline, checklist, 8 apps
- ✦Emergency Contacts — all 3 countries
- ✦All Links Clickable — stadiums, visa portals, transport
- ✦Print-Friendly — clean on A4 or Letter paper
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Questions
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⚽ The tournament starts June 11
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