# The World Cup Guide > The ultimate fan resource for attending FIFA World Cups. Covers host cities, tickets, hotels, stadiums, transport, visa requirements, and insider tips for World Cup tournaments. ## 2026 World Cup Tickets & Planning - [2026 World Cup Tickets: 5 Key Insights for the Purchase Phase of Visa Presale](https://theworldcupguide.com/2026-world-cup-visa-presale-tickets-purchase/): Buying 2026 World Cup tickets is difficult. Every World Cup is difficult and comes with its own nuances. Regarding the Visa Presale Phase, FIFA’s official rules run 7 pages, but we’ve consumed this info to create five simple insights every fan should know before notifications begin on September 29. Preparation before getting into the ticketing […] - [2027 Women's World Cup Schedule: Every Match, Date, and Host City](https://theworldcupguide.com/2027-womens-world-cup-schedule/): FIFA has published the match schedule for the 2027 Women’s World Cup, confirming the round-by-round calendar and which of Brazil’s eight host cities carry the tournament through to each stage. The announcement came out of Zurich alongside the draw for the tournament’s play-off round, and it’s the first time we’ve had real dates to work […] - [9 Thoughts On The 2026 World Cup Schedule](https://theworldcupguide.com/thoughts-on-the-2026-world-cup-schedule/): Slow Down – the 2026 World Cup Schedule is Out?? First things, first. The live stream announcement from FIFA for the 2026 World Cup Schedule Reveal occurred on FEB 04, 2024. It was fine. As expected, FIFA dragged out the news for an hour and had awkward, scripted conversations, poor audio – and of course […] - [Budget Accommodation Option: University Dorms for World Cup 2026](https://theworldcupguide.com/2026-budget-lodging/): If you’ve been tracking accommodation prices in host cities, you already know: it’s not pretty. Hotels are pushing past $500/night in many markets, and affordable inventory is thinning out fast. For fans trying to attend multiple matches or follow their team through the group stage, the math gets brutal quickly. That’s why this initiative from […] - [Comparing Copa America 2024 Tickets to World Cups](https://theworldcupguide.com/comparing-copa-america-2024-tickets-to-previous-world-cups/): Are Copa America 2024 tickets related to World Cup tickets? Technically, no, because CONMEBOL (the confederation that operates the federations within South America) owns Copa America but is FIFA watching and taking notes on the reaction of the American market with 2026 on the horizon? What’s the Deal with 2024 Copa America Tickets Well, there […] - [Fan Spotlight: 60 Years of World Cup Football, From Wembley '66 to 2026](https://theworldcupguide.com/world-cup-fan-60-years-1966-2026/): Over the past few weeks I’ve been corresponding with Steve, a Sheffield Wednesday supporter who grew up in England and now lives in South Africa who attended the 1966 World Cup Final at Wembley and every tournament since 1994. He sent me a photo of the 1966 ticket pricing sheet. A seat at the final […] - [First Class Travel Packages for the World Cup from Roadtrips](https://theworldcupguide.com/first-class-packages-for-mens-womens-world-cups-from-roadtrips/): Who is Roadtrips? Roadtrips Sports Travel is an established leader in providing custom sports travel experiences to the world’s most prestigious and desired events, the World Cup included. (Other events include the Olympics, Super Bowl, Grand Prix, Wimbledon, etc!) They’re often the team behind the scenes for many travel agencies across the world but you […] - [Flying Private to the 2026 World Cup: What It Actually Costs and How It Works](https://theworldcupguide.com/private-jet-charter-world-cup-2026/): A once-in-a-lifetime tournament deserves more than a connecting flight and a three-hour security line. Private aviation turns the journey between host cities into part of the World Cup experience itself, from chauffeur pickup to onboard drinks to landing minutes from the stadium. This article is produced in partnership with Atlas Jet Charter, a paid sponsor […] - [How 2026 World Cup Tickets Were Sold: Phases, Prices and Resale](https://theworldcupguide.com/how-to-buy-tickets-to-the-2026-world-cup/): Last Updated: September, 2026 A Quick Summary Of This Page Additionally, this page gets very detailed so if you want a quick summary of 2026, we created a new page for the “essentials”. Newsletter First, receive updates on tickets and other World Cup related content by subscribing to our (free) newsletter. Understanding the 2026 Schedule […] - [How Much $ Do You Need to Attend a World Cup?](https://theworldcupguide.com/cost-to-attend/): Updated in 2025 Asking yourself “How much does it cost to attend a World Cup?” and not quite sure how to budget and plan for the world’s largest sporting event? This page is for you. We’ve summarized the travel into buckets, provided some insight into tournaments past and at the end of this post and […] - [How Much Are World Cup Tickets? Historical Prices Since 1994](https://theworldcupguide.com/how-much-are-world-cup-tickets-since-1994/): UPDATED: September 2026 World Cup ticket prices held steady for three decades once you adjust for inflation. That pattern broke in 2026, FIFA’s first World Cup using dynamic pricing. Across the previous eight tournaments from 1994 to 2022, a Final ticket cost roughly $1,300 in today’s dollars for the premium category and about $540 for […] - [How Much Do 2026 World Cup Tickets Cost?](https://theworldcupguide.com/2026-world-cup-ticket-prices/): Reminder: The prices described below are the face value tickets of within the FIFA ticketing portal. These are not the random prices that other people are creating and putting for sale on resale marketplaces. As explained in our larger explanation on How to Buy World Cup Tickets, the 2026 tournament will feature a few new […] - [How to Buy 2027 Women's World Cup Tickets](https://theworldcupguide.com/how-to-buy-2027-womens-world-cup-tickets/): (What we know so far…) Tickets for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil are not on sale. What exists right now is a registration of interest, and it’s worth doing today even though FIFA hasn’t released a single price, phase date, or ticket type. Here’s what registering actually does, what we expect once […] - [How to Buy World Cup Tickets](https://theworldcupguide.com/buying-worldcup-tickets/): Everyone wants a ticket to a game, but how do you acquire a ticket? How much does it cost? Are there any stipulations? We’ve been buying World Cup tickets since 2006 through lotteries, first come, first serve windows, hospitality, and one last-minute scramble in Qatar 2022 that resulted in a canceled flight home. This page […] - [How to Get a Copy of Your World Cup 2026 Match Ticket](https://theworldcupguide.com/world-cup-2026-replica-ticket/): You were there for something significant, and you want something to show for it. The problem is FIFA ran 2026 on digital ticketing. Your entry was a QR code on your phone, and now that the tournament is over, there is no physical stub to frame or put in a drawer. That does not mean […] - [How to Receive A Physical Hayya Card](https://theworldcupguide.com/how-to-receive-a-physical-hayya-card/): Note: Updated Oct 07 with Hayya Service Center details. Announcement Qatar 2022 announced this week that fans can receive a physical copy of the Hayya Card in addition to having it available in the mobile app. The exact wording was: Now that you have applied for your digital Hayya Card, whether approved or pending, you […] - [How to Transfer World Cup 2026 Tickets on the FIFA Portal](https://theworldcupguide.com/how-to-transfer-world-cup-2026-tickets-on-the-fifa-portal/): Within FIFA’s ticketing portal, finding where to transfer tickets is buried a few clicks deep and the navigation is not exactly obvious the first time through. But once you know where to go, the process itself is straightforward enough. Transfer Ticket vs Guest Ticket Before getting into the details of transfering, a quick distinction worth […] - [New Rules for Russia 2018](https://theworldcupguide.com/new-items-for-russia-2018/): What’s New for Russia 2018? FAN ID A FAN ID will be required in ADDITION to a ticket to enter games.  This is covered in more detail on this site here. VAR (Video Assistant Review) VAR has been tested in leagues like MLS in recent years in an attempt to ensure vital moments in the […] - [Plan Your Trip: 7 Steps To Attend a World Cup](https://theworldcupguide.com/steps-to-attend-world-cup/): As we explain about ourselves and our motivation for creating the site, we once believed attending a World Cup trip was an impossible dream. Decades later, we’ve been on a streak of World Cups attending, cumulating in a wealth of knowledge and we attempt at summarizing the steps below. Here’s a great quote for motivation […] - [Qatar Rail System Plans](https://theworldcupguide.com/qatar-rail-system-plans/): Look here for a quick summary on Qatar's various rail options - current & future! - [The 2026 World Cup Schedule Reveal](https://theworldcupguide.com/the-2026-world-cup-schedule-reveal/): When Will the 2026 World Cup Schedule Be Revealed? FIFA has announced that they will stream the entire celebration, taking place in Miami, live on FIFA+! You can find that direct link here to the (what is likely to be an overproduced ordeal that we will all consume regardless 😜) live stream. FIFA also announced […] - [The Complete World Cup 2026 Fan Festival Guide](https://theworldcupguide.com/fifa-world-cup-2026-fan-fest-guide/): You don’t need a match ticket to experience the FIFA World Cup 2026. Across all host cities in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, official fan festivals and fan zones are being set up to broadcast matches live on giant screens, host live entertainment, showcase local food and culture, and give fans a place to […] - [The Fine Print of FIFA's World Cup 2026 Tickets](https://theworldcupguide.com/world-cup-2026-ticket-terms/): When you buy World Cup 2026 tickets, you’re agreeing to FIFA’s Terms of Sale, a 29 page legal document most fans will (understandably) never read. But, buried in that fine print are important restrictions, fees, and cancellation policies that could affect your purchase. This guide breaks down many key points from FIFA’s official Ticket Terms […] - [The World Cup Guide Sponsorship](https://theworldcupguide.com/the-world-cup-guide-sponsorship/): The World Cup Guide Media Kit Our Audience TheWorldCupGuide.com is a fan created blog that reaches dedicated World Cup fans planning tournament attendance and/or following tournament specifics out of passion for the beautiful game. Web Traffic: Audience profile: Coverage: Newsletter: As Referenced / Featured In The Athletic | The Guardian | The Points Guy | […] - [Verizon Customers Can Win Free FIFA World Cup 2026 Tickets via New Sweepstakes](https://theworldcupguide.com/verizon-fifa-world-cup-2026-tickets-sweepstakes/): If you’re a Verizon customer, there are multiple ways to score free FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets this spring. Verizon is an official FIFA World Cup 2026 partner, and as part of that deal they’ve built out what they’re calling “Verizon Ultimate Access”; a series of sweepstakes, ticket drops, and giveaways tied to their mobile, […] - [Visa and Entry Concerns for 2026 World Cup](https://theworldcupguide.com/visa-and-entry-concerns-for-2026-world-cup/): In a wildly popular article posted by The Athletic on April 26, 2024, fans have been reminded to start the visa process to enter USA, Mexico or Canada as early as popular. The article itself is 100% worth the read but is slightly misleading due to its headline as it also expresses confidence from key […] - [What is a World Cup Fan ID?](https://theworldcupguide.com/fan-id/): A Fan ID is a document that may be required to enter the stadiums with your ticket or even enter the country. FIFA has a short history of helping fans (that possess match tickets) receive a free visa to enter the host country for the MEN’S tournaments and only recently has that evolved into a […] - [What to Pack for the World Cup](https://theworldcupguide.com/what-to-pack-for-world-cup/): Traveling to the World Cup is part dream, part endurance event. The right gear is what separates a bucket-list trip from a string of avoidable headaches: a dead phone in the 89th minute, a soaked jacket in line for security, a wallet you spent an hour finding before kickoff. After traveling to World Cups across […] - [What's New for Russia 2018](https://theworldcupguide.com/whats-new-russia-2018/): Below is a list of notable new items for Russia 2018: FAN ID A FAN ID will be required in ADDITION to a ticket to enter games.  This is covered in more detail on this site here. VAR (Video Assistant Review) VAR has been tested in leagues like MLS in recent years in an attempt […] - [Where Are Teams Staying for 2026 World Cup?](https://theworldcupguide.com/where-are-teams-staying-for-2026-world-cup/): FIFA released a brochure of the options all teams have to select from. We also created a quick reel of the camps. Lastly, it’s been reported that some teams may go “off script” and ignore the brochure to choose their own camp and hotel. Updated: June 03, 2026. Feel free to glance at the visual […] - [Where are the Qatar 2022 Team Base Camps, Hotels & Training Centers?](https://theworldcupguide.com/qatar-2022-team-base-camps-details/): Base Camps & Training Centers FIFA’s World Cup Twitter account announced earlier today that all team base camps and training facilities are official. The article boasted about the compactness of Qatar’s World Cup and in fact, it is quite astounding that 24 of the teams are staying within a 10km radius of one another! That […] - [World Cup 2026 Schedule Updated w/ Groupings](https://theworldcupguide.com/world-cup-2026-schedule-updated-w-groupings/): The updated match schedule for the FIFA World Cup 2026 brings exciting news, particularly for host nations Canada, Mexico, and the United States. With the latest version, these countries can now clearly see their potential match routes, depending on whether they finish first or second in their respective groups. To stay up to date with […] - [World Cup 2026 Ticket Essentials: New Pricing, Rules, Categories & Timeline](https://theworldcupguide.com/world-cup-2026-ticket-essentials-new-pricing-rules/): The FIFA World Cup 2026 ticket sales process has been officially announced, bringing crucial details about pricing, availability, and purchase procedures for the first-ever 48-team tournament across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. This comprehensive guide covers all essential World Cup 2026 ticket sales information and what’s different this cycle compared to previous cycles. Much […] - [World Cup Every 2 Years!?](https://theworldcupguide.com/world-cup-every-2-years/): What’s happening now? World Cups every 2 years? In a move that shocks no one, FIFA is attempting to rewrite the rules (remember the “every continent will rotate hosting” nonsense?), to host the World Cup every 2 years vs. every 4 years. If you like audio, check out this podcast from USA International, Alexi Lalas […] - [World Cup Travel Packages and Official Hospitality Packages](https://theworldcupguide.com/world-cup-travel-packages-and-official-hospitality-packages/): Official Hospitality Packages & Tickets What is a World Cup Hospitality Ticket? Is a “Hospitality Ticket” the same as a regular “Match Ticket”? (Read here about standard tickets). Well, no, but it does include a ticket to match – but at a much different price point. Well what the hell is it then? A Hospitality […] ## Past Tournaments & General Guides - [How Does FIFA Choose the World Cup Host?](https://theworldcupguide.com/how-does-fifa-choose-the-world-cup-host/): The Evolution to Single Party Bids This article came about as we received messages inquiring how FIFA awards the hosting rights to interested nation(s). The heightened interest occurred because seemingly out of nowhere, FIFA announced 2030 as decided among the hosts described below and 2034 was all but guaranteed to Saudi Arabia. People inquiring wanted […] - [Introducing A Digital Journal For World Cup Moments & Memories](https://theworldcupguide.com/introducing-digital-journal-world-cup-moments-memories/): Who/What is AC Momento? We recently stumbled upon an innovative app to memorialize our match attendance and related moments at the World Cup. It’s called Athletic Club Momento (i.e. AC Momento) and as you can tell from the company’s name, the founders have the world’s game in their blood. One of our favorite aspects of […] - [How To: Upgrade A Child Ticket to An Adult Ticket for 2023 World Cup](https://theworldcupguide.com/upgrade-a-child-ticket-to-an-adult-ticket-for-2023-world-cup/): UPDATED: JULY 2023 Child vs Adult Seats For the 2023 World Cup, FIFA has introduced child and adult tickets. We aren’t sure if this is the first time ever, but it is to our knowledge. It seems from reading through comments and pages, that it may be a more common practice for the host nations […] - [Australian Supporters Group Organizing Fan Friendlies at 2023 World Cup](https://theworldcupguide.com/australian-supporters-group-organizing-fan-friendlies-at-2023-world-cup/): 2023 Fan Friendlies in Australia A group of Australia Supporters, known as the “Aussie Supporteroos” are hosting “Fan Friendlies” in a few cities during the 2023 World Cup. Right now there are plans to host matches around the Matilda’s group games in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane with a hope to organize a tournament during the […] - [How to Find Your Seat Location at the 2023 World Cup](https://theworldcupguide.com/how-to-find-your-seat-location-at-the-world-cup/): Find Your Seat In The Stadium Seating Plan Once your tickets are confirmed, the next exciting moment is finding out where you get assigned. That is, unless you are Category 1 and found out that you’re the last row of the stadium, but at midfield. We hear this complaint every tournament but it still surprises […] - [Using the Mobile Tickets App for 2023 World Cup](https://theworldcupguide.com/using-the-mobile-tickets-app-for-2023-world-cup/): Where Are My World Cup Tickets? We see this question posted all over forums. Don’t fret… Similar to Qatar 2022, the 2023 World Cup in Australia and New Zealand will go completely mobile for ticket entry (we are assuming this is true for non-hospitality tickets). The mobile ticketing app is available below: Don’t panic if […] - [Visa Requirements for 2023 World Cup Travel to Australia and New Zealand](https://theworldcupguide.com/2023-world-cup-travel-visa-requirements-australia-new-zealand/): As the 2023 World Cup approaches, it’s important to ensure you have all the necessary documents for travel. If you plan on visiting Australia or New Zealand for the tournament, you must check the visa requirements and apply for one in advance. In fact, New Zealand is recommending visitors to have applications submitted by end […] - [Where Are the Team Hotels for 2023 World Cup?](https://theworldcupguide.com/where-are-the-team-hotels-for-2023-world-cup/): FIFA announced that all teams that have qualified for the 2023 World Cup have finalized their team hotels and training camps. As the tournament is co-hosted between Australia and New Zealand, the matches and base camps are split evenly with Groups A / C / E / G in New Zealand and Groups B / […] - [How to Claim Qatar 2022 Souvenir Ticket](https://theworldcupguide.com/how-to-claim-qatar-2022-souvenir-ticket/): Finally, FIFA announced plans that allows fans to request a printed copy of match tickets! UPDATED: January 17 2023 Souvenir tickets are NOW available until 7 Feb 2023 in the portal! Read below for details What Is a Souvenir Ticket Per FIFA, all (main applicant, mobile ticket owner) fans will have an opportunity to essentially […] - [What Are the Host Cities of the 2023 World Cup](https://theworldcupguide.com/what-are-the-host-cities-of-the-2023-world-cup/): The 2023 World Cup is split between Australia and New Zealand with 5 cities / 6 stadiums in Australia and 4 cities / 4 stadiums in New Zealand. Only Sydney, Australia will see games hosted in two different stadiums within the city limits. See a list of the cities (including their First Nations names) below. […] - [How to Buy Tickets for Women's World Cup 2023 in Australia & New Zealand](https://theworldcupguide.com/how-to-buy-world-cup-2023-tickets/): That’s right, ticket sales for 2023 Women’s World Cup in New Zealand & Australia have been announced! The tournament draw occurred on 22 October. Current/Upcoming Ticket Sales Phase What a great tournament! Congrats to Spain! Can you believe it, we bought tickets to the FINAL match for only $25 USD each! How to Apply Regular […] - [Traveling Through Saudi Arabia for World Cup 2022](https://theworldcupguide.com/traveling-through-saudi-arabia-for-world-cup-2022/): There’s been plenty of information out there on traveling from neighboring countries and FIFA has published how to park at the Abu Samra border in Qatar and make it into Doha, but it’s been a struggle to find details. For example, FIFA has said fans can travel via land to Abu Samra and park their […] - [How to Park a Car or Take Public Transportation Across Abu Samra Border for Qatar 2022](https://theworldcupguide.com/how-to-park-a-car-or-take-public-transportation-across-abu-samra-border-for-qatar-2022/): Best Source + This Article’s Puprose The information has been very tough to find regarding ground transportation across the Saudi Arabia and Qatar border, Abu Samra. This article isn’t to detail everything you’ve seen already (We recommend visit ILoveQatar.net’s article on that.) This article is to try and provide a bit of clarity and a […] - [Your Pre-Trip Checklist for Qatar 2022 World Cup](https://theworldcupguide.com/your-pre-trip-checklist-for-qatar-2022-world-cup/): Before Leaving for Qatar… The excitement’s been building for months – or you booked something last minute and your adventurous soul is the envy of friends & family – and you’re ready to take off on your trip to the World Cup to see your team and country play on the world’s biggest stage. But […] - [How to Book the Available Rooms on the MSC Opera for Qatar 2022](https://theworldcupguide.com/how-to-book-the-available-rooms-on-the-msc-opera-for-qatar-2022/): Is This A New Cruise Ship Hotel for Qatar 2022? Sponsored post. Are you desperately trying to find a solid, last minute option for staying in Doha? This may be a great option! That’s right, there’s a new cruise ship hotel – the MSC Opera – for Qatar 2022. The MSC Opera is a great […] - [What Mobile Apps Are Helpful for Qatar 2022?](https://theworldcupguide.com/what-mobile-apps-are-helpful-for-qatar-2022/): Helpful Apps for Download at Qatar 2022 It’s information overload lately and you may be thinking “it sure would be nice to consolidate all this advice floating around for apps”. Well, that’s what this article is. Once you grab your favorite kit and pack your bags, it’s time to digitally pack by downloading a few […] - [Rating the Top 4, Middle Tier & Bottom 16 Home Kits for Qatar 2022](https://theworldcupguide.com/fresh-take-on-2022-home-kits/): Introduction to the Rankings About six weeks ago, a group of self-proclaimed World Cup jersey aficionados reached out to enquire if we would accept guest posts executing a jersey-ranking for all 32 teams. There are already hundreds of jersey rankings out there, so it didn’t sound too appealing at first. However, this group supplied samples […] - [How to Use FIFA Mobile Tickets for Qatar 2022](https://theworldcupguide.com/how-to-use-fifa-mobile-tickets-for-qatar-2022/): Are World Cup Tickets Mobile or Paper? Sadly, Qatar 2022 will be mobile only. The paper tickets will no longer be a great souvenir (that we know of!). FIFA’s communication via email makes this very clear: “All successful ticket applicants who have purchased tickets online at FIFA.com/tickets during Sales Phase (1), Sales Phase (2) and Last Minutes […] - [How to Dress in Qatar for the World Cup: Advice from a Qatar Tour Guide](https://theworldcupguide.com/advice-from-a-qatar-tour-guide-how-to-dress-in-qatar-for-the-world-cup/): With a unique culture, many people may be trying to determine the best way to pack for Qatar 2022. To get an insider’s opinion, we collaborated with Mariela, a Qatar tour guide of 4+ years! We’ve listed suggestions of items already and everyone knows to bring their favorite team’s kit but what else… Interview w/ […] - [How to Directly Access Cruise Ship Hotels & Fan Villages from Doha Airports](https://theworldcupguide.com/how-to-directly-access-cruise-terminals-and-fan-villages-from-doha-airports/): Wait, there are Two Doha Airports? That’s right! Ignorance may lead others to be surprised as well. Both are relatively close and only slightly alters routes in and out of Doha downtown. Why are there 2 being used? Well, the “old” airport is still in use today for non-commercial use, but with increased traffic for […] - [How to Receive Hayya with Me (1+3) Card](https://theworldcupguide.com/hayya-card-with-me/): Qatar 2022 announced that there is now an opportunity, called Hayya with Me / Hayya 1 + 3, for international fans to visit Qatar for the World Cup without match tickets. They have donned this initiative as “Hayya with Me”. What is Hayya with Me In this initiative, 3 people can accompany a ticket applicant […] - [Updated October 26: What Are the COVID Entry Requirements & Masking Policies for Qatar 2022?](https://theworldcupguide.com/what-are-the-covid-entry-requirements-masking-policies-for-qatar-2022/): Official COVID Policy The most important thing to remember here is COVID-19 requirements are quite fluid and the link below will always be the most up to date information. The official policies for the World Cup in Qatar have changed multiple times with only months before the tournament so PLEASE READ the official Ministry of […] - [Qatar 2022 to host Fan's Cup - a 5v5 Tournament for Fans to Compete](https://theworldcupguide.com/fans-cup-at-qatar-2022/): What Is the Fans Cup? According to the Qatar2022.qa site, it will be a 5v5 tournament for fans of participating countries to compete against one another during the World Cup! That’s right, organized pick-up w/ organized competition. Knowing there are many talented players attending as well as former professional players, it will be interested to […] - [Will Qatar 2022 Stadiums Have Alcohol for Sale?](https://theworldcupguide.com/will-qatar-2022-have-alcohol/): Can I Buy A Beer at the World Cup Stadiums in Qatar? It’s been long rumored that beer WILL be available during matches in Qatar but it has also gone viral, with false information, that Qatar will NOT sell beer at the World Cup. The Truth About Alcohol In Qatar First, let’s tackle the truth […] - [What Are Fans Allowed to Bring Into Qatar 2022 Stadiums?](https://theworldcupguide.com/what-are-fans-allowed-to-bring-into-qatar-2022-stadiums/): What Can I Bring Into the 2022 Stadiums? Oh the questions. No one wants to travel all the way to the World Cup, only to find out their prized possession(s) will be confiscated. So what do we know… Fortunately, FIFA has published their Qatar 2022 Stadium Code of Conduct. It is difficult to find so […] - [Where are the Fan Fests for Qatar 2022?](https://theworldcupguide.com/where-are-the-fan-fests-for-qatar-2022/): Every tournament has Fan Fests spread across the country for everyone to unite around massive screens and celebrate the action. Qatar 2022 will be no different. Qatar will also have plenty of Fan Entertainment Zones/Activations. Official Activations Based on this publication from Qatar 2022 there are 6 official activations: UPDATE: FIFA has finally published their […] - [Qatar 2022 Tickets Are Officially On Sale!](https://theworldcupguide.com/buy-qatar-2022-tickets/): Updated: October 20, 2022 Current Status – End of Tournament Below is the latest phase announcement but since the tournament is now over, you can view the generic How to Buy Tickets to the World Cup article. How/Where: https://www.fifa.com/tournaments/mens/worldcup/qatar2022/tickets Phase: Tournament is over (felicidades, Argentina!) Version: First Come First Serve Starts: 27 September 2022 at […] - [A New Qatar Package for 2022: Accommodation, 3 Matches, Coaching Education](https://theworldcupguide.com/qatar-2022-world-cup-package-coaching-education/): Next Generation International (formerly Generation adidas International) & United Soccer Coaches Create Unique Package Option for 2022 Add another World Cup package to the mix of already mentioned hospitality packages and options! Here’s what we found: Through its partnerships with the world’s top professional soccer teams, national federations, and global brand adidas (yes, that one), […] - [How to Sell & Purchase Qatar 2022 Tickets on Resale Platform](https://theworldcupguide.com/qatar2022-ticket-resale-portal/): FIFA Resale Portal is LIVE That’s right, FIFA has finally launched the resale platform for Qatar 2022! In order to access it: Read our posts on: Can I Sell/Buy Tickets on 3rd Party Site? Technically, you breach FIFA’s Ticket Terms of Use (e.g. Section 6 of Qatar 2022) which states: Except as expressly authorised in […] - [How to Use Qatar's Public Transportation for the World Cup](https://theworldcupguide.com/using-qatars-public-transportation-for-the-world-cup/): Overall Public Transportation Options In addition to our very detailed article and images about using the metro system and its use specifically for attending matches, there’s numerous options for getting around Qatar. Check out our mobile apps to download as well! There are a handful of helpful transportation apps! Here’s a list of options that […] - [Attending Multiple Matches in 1 Day at Qatar 2022](https://theworldcupguide.com/how-to-attend-multiple-matches-in-1-day-qatar2022/): When Qatar was announced as hosts many years ago (Dec 2, 2010) – honestly, the world is so different now in so many ways and many of our readers weren’t legally considered adults back in 2010 and this reflection on time can shake one to the core – one of the first pros was “with […] - [How to use Qatar's Metro System to get to Stadiums](https://theworldcupguide.com/how-to-use-qatars-metro-system-to-get-to-stadiums/): Using Google Maps and Qatar 2022’s “Getting to Stadiums” section, we’ve mapped out the options for getting to stadiums from the accompanying metro stops, similar to our earlier post regarding bus stations. It does appear that metro and bus travel will be free for carriers of the Fan ID for Qatar, which is called Hay’ya […] - [5 Tips for Finding Accommodations on Qatar 2022's Official Booking Site](https://theworldcupguide.com/5-tips-for-finding-accommodations-on-qatar-2022s-official-booking-site/): What’s This About? As a follow up to our article Are Qatar 2022 Lodging Options Really Sold Out? which also provides other options than the Qatar 2022 portal, this piece is written on Jun 3, 2022 as a way to potentially help those trying to navigate the booking.qatar2022.qa site. Let’s be real, it is NOT […] - [How to Stay w/ Friends & Families at Qatar 2022](https://theworldcupguide.com/staying-with-a-guest-in-qatar/): Updated: November, 2022 This option was only valid until November 01, 2022. For more information check: https://www.timeoutdoha.com/news/family-and-friends-hayya-option-removed What’s the Deal? Lodging in Qatar 2022 is certainly…unique for this edition of the World Cup. Our site is to try and attempt on helping you navigate this uniqueness. Let’s recap what we know: In order to apply […] - [Highlighting the Qatar2022.qa Lodging Terms](https://theworldcupguide.com/qatar2022-lodging-terms/): As we all know, securing accommodation is unique for Qatar and the only method seems to be through the official site: https://www.qatar2022.qa/book. We’ve received a few questions about booking, cancellation terms and how the cruise ships work so we read through the Terms & Conditions (the direct source from Qatar 2022 pasted below) and posted […] - [Full Match Schedule & Phase 2 Ticket Sales Announced!](https://theworldcupguide.com/qatar-2022-match-schedule-phase-2-ticket-sales/): Full Match Schedule The draw occurred on April 1 with many tantalizing matchups but the weird part of the experience was not knowing the actual games that everyone from Phase 1 and Phase 2.a ticket sales received. Typically, the stadiums and games are assigned before the draw which adds to the excitement as the balls […] - [No Match Ticket, No Visa for Entry to Qatar 2022](https://theworldcupguide.com/no-match-ticket-no-visa-qatar2022/): What’s Happening? Whoa – big news here! As reported by The Athletic, only people/fans with match tickets can receive a Hayya Card (visa) to enter Qatar. This should not be too surprising as there’s already massive concern and theories abound about accommodation capacity (including our own opinion on availability) for the tiny country that’s been […] - [Applying for Hayya Card in Qatar 2022](https://theworldcupguide.com/applying-for-hayya-card-in-qatar-2022/): What is a Hayya Card? The Hayya Card is the 2022 version of the Fan ID and grants visitors access to: Read more about Fan IDs or the visa process on our site. How do you Apply for the Hayya Card? At the moment, you need a successful game ticket application number. Submit your application […] - [Are Qatar 2022 Lodging Options Really Sold Out?](https://theworldcupguide.com/are-qatar-2022-lodging-options-really-sold-out/): Nov 2022, UPDATE: The short answer is NO, the accommodations are NOT sold out in the sense that there will be more options added, but the specific dates and properties are unknown at the time of writing. Alternate Options If you are struggling to find accommodations via the Qatar2022 portal, you can always use one […] - [Qatar 2022 Stadium Bus Service Options](https://theworldcupguide.com/potential-qatar-2022-stadium-bus-service-options/): Summary Bus Services by Stadium SOURCE: https://www.qatar2022.qa/en/getting-around * All TIMES are minimal journey time. Traffic can play a big difference into the accuracy of these times and no one really knows at this time how the influx of visitors will impact the roads. Ahmad Bin Ali How Close to The Stadium This service will operate […] - [Qatar 2022 Launches Accommodations Site](https://theworldcupguide.com/fifa-launches-qatar-2022-accommodations-site/): If you’re like most people planning to travel to Qatar, you aren’t sure what accommodation will look like; meaning, what area will be affordable, what availability will exist, how modern will the options be, etc. We tried to cover this topic in our post regarding lodging tips and another page that discusses some options in […] - [Qatar Requiring Fans to be Vaccinated for World Cup](https://theworldcupguide.com/qatar-requiring-fans-to-be-vaccinated-for-world-cup/): Source Article: https://www.reuters.com/lifestyle/sports/qatar-says-only-vaccinated-fans-allowed-world-cup-2022-2021-06-21/ In news that is likely not surprising but may cause controversy, Qatar is requiring all fans for the 2022 World Cup to be vaccinated for COVID-19. To accommodate fans that may not have access to the vaccine, Qatar will assist in administering the shots. The country is in talks to receive 1 […] - [How to get the Free(!) Hayya Card (visa/Fan ID) for Qatar 2022](https://theworldcupguide.com/how-to-get-a-hayya-card/): Free Hay’ya Card (i.e. Fan ID / Visa) for Ticket Holders! Reading into the Qatar 2022 site, it does in fact appear that the Fan ID for Qatar (aka “Hay’ya Card”) will be the free access and visa substitute into Qatar that fans want. How do you get that card? We’ve got your answers. Read […] - [Qatar 2022 Hospitality Packages/Tickets On Sale Now!](https://theworldcupguide.com/qatar-2022-hospitality-packages-on-sale/): That’s right! You can now purchase Hospitality Packages to the 2022 Qatar tournament! Click here to be redirected to the official FIFA site to continue (reminder: we are not affiliated with FIFA whatsoever). What is a Hospitality Package? Great question! It is a way to guarantee you get to attend a match (if your team […] - [How Close are the Qatar 2022 World Cup Stadiums?](https://theworldcupguide.com/proximity-of-qatar-world-cup-stadiums/): Using the Metro System If you’re looking for details about using the Qatar Metro System to travel to and from the stadiums, you’ll want to visit our dedicated article on that topic here. This article details which stadiums are walking distances from the metro stops and which ones require shuttles. For example, to get to […] - [2023 Destination Determined!](https://theworldcupguide.com/2023-destination-determined/): 2023 Women's World Cup will be co-hosted by Australia and New Zealand! - [Cruise Ships Are Lodging Options For Fans In Qatar](https://theworldcupguide.com/cruise-ships-to-serve-as-lodging-option-for-fans-in-qatar/): Source: https://www.theguardian.com/football/2019/nov/19/qatar-world-cup-cruise-ships-floating-hotels With Qatar’s creative approach on securing lodging for over 1M fans without building hotels that will certainly become white elephants, the idea of cruise ships is no longer a funny joke. Qatar has signed off on a partnership with MSC (Mediterranean Shipping Company) to utilize two of their vessels. Qatar 2022 told us: […] - [COVID-19 Impact on Qatar 2022 Qualifying](https://theworldcupguide.com/covid-19-impact-on-qatar-2022-qualifying/): unsplash-logoCDC While the world is reeling in the recent outbreaks of the COVID-19 virus and upcoming events are getting canceled by the minute each day, events in the future aren’t immune. While many leagues have finally conceded to suspending games for at least the next few weeks (including England, Germany, Spain, Italy, France to name […] - [Qatar Stadium Built w/ Shipping Containers](https://theworldcupguide.com/qatar-stadium-built-w-shipping-containers/): Source: https://interestingengineering.com/world-cup-stadium-in-qatar-will-be-constructed-entirely-out-of-reusable-shipping-containers This story caught my eye – shipping containers as part of a World Cup stadium?! WHAT? More importantly – why? Well, as it’s been stated before (and quite obvious) – Qatar doesn’t have the means to support the longevity and utilization of brand new stadiums sized to support tens of thousands of fans.  […] - [Stadium Suites...with Beds?](https://theworldcupguide.com/stadium-suites-with-beds/): What’s every fans dream in attending a World Cup game in a stadium?  Doing so in bed, right?  Well – we could take this topic to a whole different level but let’s keep it family friendly.  A bed in a stadium suite seems a bit unnecessary but I’m not one of the billionaires that this […] - [16 Floating Hotels in Qatar](https://theworldcupguide.com/16-floating-hotels-in-qatar/): Regardless of how much you prepare in finding a hotel room in Qatar for 2022, it will be a massive challenge.  The demand to house fans from 32 countries plus crazies (myself included) that will go whether or not they have a team to support is way higher than Qatar has ever and will ever […] - [France 2019: Quick Facts](https://theworldcupguide.com/france-2019-quick-facts/): The start of the 2019 Women’s World Cup in France kicks off in less than 2 months. Teams are starting to announce their rosters for the summer’s tournament but what are the Quick Facts to know? Who Qualified? The 2019 Women’s Tournament is comprised of 24 teams. Africa (3): Cameroon, Nigeria, South Africa Asia (5): […] - [FIFA Announces "Team Reporters" For 2019 Coverage](https://theworldcupguide.com/fifa-announces-team-reporters-for-2019-coverage/): FIFA announced earlier this month that they are sanctioning 24 official “Team Reporters” to cover all 24 teams of the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup. In an unprecedented move, FIFA is smartly promoting the game digitally and not only focusing on the favorites or well-funded programs. All 24 reporters will provide in-depth, behind the scenes […] - [Tickets AVAILABLE: USA vs. England Semifinal](https://theworldcupguide.com/semifinal-tickets-available/): It is surreal in a sense to think that you can buy an OFFICIAL 2019 Women’s World Cup Semifinal ticket for only 66 Euros for USA vs. England…but that’s exactly what’s available now. And, to add to the surprise, these are CATEGORY 1 tickets. Before any disrespectful conversations can begin about this availability, it is […] - [World Cup Qualifying: Explained (2018)](https://theworldcupguide.com/world-cup-qualifying/): Ever wonder how teams qualify for the World Cup?  It changes slightly every year due to automatic berth for the host, the  infamous “0.5” positions and the fact that every confederation determines their own qualifying process.  For the 2018 edition, see below: - [Brazil is 1st Team to Qualify for Russia](https://theworldcupguide.com/276-2/): The party has one confirmed RSVP: Brazil became the first team to qualify for Russia (outside the hosts themselves) in the latest round of Qualifiers last week. - [2017 Confederations Cup Teams Finalized](https://theworldcupguide.com/2017-confederations-cup-teams-finalized/): With their victory in 2017 AFCON Finals, Cameroon advances as the last team to the Confederations Cup held in Russia this summer.  The tournament, which represents a ‘dry-run’ for the 2018 World Cup, will also feature: ## About - 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