Exploring the FIFA World Cup 2026: Host Countries & Cities

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Exploring the FIFA World Cup 2026

What do you already know about the FIFA World Cup and its host countries?

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson you will be able to identify the 2026 FIFA World Cup host countries and cities, locate them on a map, and compare them to Dublin.

What is the FIFA World Cup?

The FIFA World Cup is a worldwide football tournament where teams from many countries compete for the trophy every four years.

Who are the 2026 Host Countries?

The 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup will be held in Canada, the United States, and Mexico. Let's find them on the map!

Map Activity

World Cup Cities vs Dublin

Let's see what is similar or different about these places: look at size, climate, parks, and famous landmarks.

Comparing to Dublin

World Cup Host Cities

Toronto, Vancouver, New York City, Los Angeles, Mexico City

City Features Activity

Look at pictures of cities and find buildings, roads, parks, stadiums, and transport. Can you spot differences between a host city and Dublin?

Key Vocabulary

Country, City, Map, Globe, Continent, North America, Stadium, Landmark, Similar, Different, Host City, World Cup

Reflect & Share

Draw your favourite host city and write one fact you learned. Share your picture with the class!

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.