Think the only way to see the FIFA World Cup 26 up close is to buy a ticket? Wrong. You could stroll past security, step right into the action, and soak up the atmosphere—without spending a single cent—by joining the volunteer team. This isn’t some “hand out a few pamphlets” gig. We’re talking about being everywhere the magic happens: stadium entrances, training grounds, VIP lounges, fan villages, team hotels, and even airports buzzing with arriving supporters.
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65,000 volunteer posts
With 65,000 volunteer spots across 16 host cities in Canada, Mexico, and the United States, the roles are as varied as the fans themselves. You could be a stadium guide with a prime view of the pitch, a fan zone host right in the middle of street parties, an airport greeter catching the first wave of excitement, or part of the crew at training sites where football’s biggest names prepare for glory.
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One day you’re directing samba dancers through a cheering crowd, the next you’re helping international visitors find their way to the opening ceremony. Every shift is different, every crowd is unique, and every moment feels like you’ve been handed a backstage pass to the greatest show on earth.
And here’s the kicker: you don’t need to be a football guru or have a resume full of volunteering experience. You just need to be 18 or older, legally able to work in your host country, and ready to bring your A-game to the biggest sporting event on the planet. Training is provided, energy is mandatory, and bragging rights are guaranteed.
This is your shot at turning a summer of football into a lifetime of stories. Forget watching from the couch—this is your invitation to be part of the team that makes the whole thing run. Applications are open now at fifaworldcup.com/volunteers. But fair warning: once you’ve seen the World Cup from the inside, ordinary matches will never hit the same again.
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