FIFA World Cup 2026 brings fans worldwide together through a shared passion for football
The tournament transforms public spaces into celebrations of culture, pride, unity and the emotions
The photo feature highlights football’s power to inspire hope and connect humanity
Around the world, a shared heartbeat unites millions as the FIFA World Cup 2026 takes centre stage globally. Fans draped in national colours transform public spaces into carnival-like arenas, bridging geographical boundaries through a universal language — one that is beautifully captured by the ‘beautiful game’.
Whether celebrating a historic goal under stadium lights, gripping a neighbour’s hand in front of a projection screen, or sitting atop a canopy to catch the best glimpse, following the World Cup merges individual identities into a single, global family.
This photo feature captures the spirit of sportsmanship and the fellowship built through harmonious relationships in a time of global chaos and agony.
Beyond the action on the pitch, these images capture the emotions of the World Cup, the tears, joy, celebrations, heartbreak, and unforgettable moments shared by fans across the globe.
Here is a selection of curated photos, covering the first 25-odd games played so far in the 23rd edition of the world's grandest tournament.
Fans celebrate during the opening of the Damascus World Cup Festival, a public fan zone featuring giant screens for World Cup match broadcasts, at the Damascus Fairgrounds in Damascus, Syria, Thursday, June 11, 2026.
Mexican fans attend a live broadcast of the FIFA World Cup 2026 match between Mexico and South Africa at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in Los Angeles, Thursday, June 11, 2026.
Fans gather to watch the first match of the World Cup between Mexico and South Africa at a coffee shop in Aden, Yemen, Thursday, June 11, 2026.
People watch the opening match of the FIFA World Cup 2026 between Mexico and South Africa, in Cairo, Egypt, Thursday, June 11, 2026.
A family watches a world cup opening soccer match, in Vereeniging, South Africa, Thursday, June 11, 2026.
A group of fans use a Mexican flag for shade as they watch the opening World Cup Group A soccer match between Mexico and South Africa on beachfront big screens, in Miami Beach, Fla., Thursday, June 11, 2026.
Paraguay fans watch the World Cup Group D soccer match between the United States and Paraguay in Asuncion, Paraguay Friday, June 12, 2026.
Fans celebrate a goal scored by Brazil against Morocco during a World Cup watch party at a housing occupation run by the Homeless Workers Movement, in Sao Paulo, Brazil, Saturday, June 13, 2026.
Haitian fans watch the match between Scotland and Haiti from up in a tree during a World Cup viewing party in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Saturday, June 13, 2026.
People gather to watch live in a giant screen the World Cup Group D soccer match between Australia and Turkey, at the historic Yedikule fortress in Istanbul, Turkey, Sunday, June 14, 2026.
Fans watch the World Cup soccer match between Germany and Curacao, in the inner courtyard of the Kulturbrauerei in Berlin, Germany, Sunday, June 14, 2026.
A fan reacts as he watches a broadcast of the World Cup Group H soccer match between Cape Verde and Spain at a viewing center in Mindelo, São Vicente, Cape Verde, Monday, June 15, 2026.
Fans celebrate after Egypt scored the first goal as they watch a broadcast of the World Cup soccer match between Egypt and Belgium at a coffee shop in Cairo, Egypt, Monday, June 15, 2026. Background graffiti shows Egyptian soccer star, Mohamed Salah.
A crowd, some waving Egyptian flags, watches the Egypt-Belgium World Cup match on a giant screen in Nuseirat, central Gaza Strip, Monday, June 15, 2026.
New Zealand supporters react as they watch the World Cup soccer match between New Zealand and Iran, in a bar in Wellington, New Zealand, Tuesday, June 16, 2026.
A Bangladeshi soccer fan wearing an Argentina jersey and holding a replica of the FIFA World Cup trophy in support of the team competing at the 2026 FIFA World Cup during a rally in Dhaka, Bangladesh, Tuesday, June 16, 2026.
Iraqi soccer fans react after Iraq scored as they watch the World Cup match between Iraq and Norway on a large screen in downtown Baghdad, Iraq, early Wednesday, June 17, 2026.
Fans celebrate Argentina's second goal as they watch the World Cup soccer match between Argentina and Algeria in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Tuesday, June 16, 2026.
Locals watch the World Cup soccer match between England and Croatia projected on the barn wall, in Kumrovec, northern Croatia, Wednesday, June 17, 2026.
England supporters celebrate during a screening of the World Cup soccer match between England and Croatia at The Clock pub in Hebburn, England, Wednesday, June 17, 2026.
Fans celebrate after England's Harry Kane scored a goal as they watch a live broadcast of the World Cup Group L soccer match between England and Croatia at Ye Olde King's Head pub in Santa Monica, Calif., Wednesday, June 17, 2026.
People watching the World Cup Group L soccer match between England and Croatia at a public viewing in central Boston, Mass, Wednesday, June 17, 2026.
Fans celebrate after Ghana scored as they watch the World Cup Group L soccer match between Ghana and Panama on a screen at FIFA Fan Fest in Toronto, Wednesday, June 17, 2026.
Canada fans celebrate after their team beat Qatar in the World Cup Group B soccer match in Vancouver, British Columbia, Thursday, June 18, 2026.
South Korean soccer fans react after Mexico scored the opening goal during the World Cup Group A soccer match between South Korea and Mexico at a public viewing venue in Seoul, South Korea, Friday, June 19, 2026.
Mexican fans celebrate after beating South Korea during the World Cup Group A soccer match, at the Angel of Independence monument in Mexico City, Thursday, June 18, 2026.
These images, when woven together as a story, offer a snapshot of how a simple act of kicking a ball can unite humanity in a spectacular celebration of culture, passion, and pride.
The game itself reflects hope.
