Fun FIFA World Cup 2026 activities
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Help students explore essential aspects to the FIFA Men's World Cup 2026 with these engaging activities, perfect for extending knowledge about the competition alongside practising speaking and listening skills.
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Fun FIFA World Cup 2026 activities resource
Designed for both primary and secondary students (KS2-4), this resource contains a variety of activities that enable students to explore important aspects of football commentary and sporting competitions in general.
It might be helpful to use these activities as a starting point to learn more about the way sport is presented in the media and the countries taking part in the competition. Each activity is flexible to use in whole class, pair or group configurations.
How to use this resource
These fun FIFA World Cup 2026 activities are suitable for upper primary and secondary students across multiple subjects. The tasks help students approach the competition from a number of unusual and different angles.
Students are invited to explore the technical aspects of sporting commentary and then create an example for themselves. They are also asked to explore the context of competition bidding and design a World Cup country bid presentation in pairs or groups.
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A sample extract from the resource:
Activity one: Be an expert World Cup match commentator!
If you have ever listened to or watched a sporting event, you’ll know how important the commentator (presenter telling you about the event) is to your understanding of what is happening.
Become an expert World Cup commentator with this fun activity!
Starter
Discuss the following with your class, group or in your pair:
- What is a commentator?
- How does a commentator talk?
- Do you think sports commentators are important? Give reasons for your response.
- If you could be a commentator for any sport or sporting event, which one would you choose and why?
Task two
Commentary on World Cup match between Argentina and France
In the packed stadium in Doha, the Argentina national football team and the France national football team produced a thrilling World Cup final filled with drama from start to finish. Argentina looked sharp early on, moving forward with precision and confidence while keeping France pinned back for long periods.
Their opening goal lifted the noise inside the arena and gave them clear control of the contest. France, however, refused to fade away and gradually fought their way back into the match with energy and determination. The closing stages became increasingly intense as attacks came from both directions and every defensive action carried huge importance.
During extra time, tired legs did little to slow the pace, with both teams continuing to chase victory with remarkable commitment. Supporters inside the ground were treated to an unforgettable football spectacle that will remain in World Cup history for many years.
Your turn
Now, imagine you’re a commentator for the FIFA World Cup 2026. Pick two national teams and write your own paragraph describing the game.
Try to include:
- 1 metaphor
- 2 examples of alliteration
- 3 examples of football jargon
- 4 examples of emotive language
- 5 descriptive adjectives and adverbs
Once you have written your commentary piece, share it in your pair, with your class or your group.
