The FIFA World Cup 2026 is here, and whether your little ones are football mad or just love an excuse to get creative, there's never been a better time to bring the beautiful game into your home learning routine. From colouring in their favourite players to learning about countries around the world, we've pulled together the best printable World Cup activities for kids you can use right now.
With 48 nations competing at FIFA World Cup 2026 across the USA, Canada, and Mexico, it's the biggest tournament in history — and a brilliant opportunity to get kids learning, creating, and celebrating.
1. Colour in the England Squad
Got a budding Bellingham fan at home? Our England Football Stars Colouring Book features the stars of the England squad — perfect for keeping kids entertained during matches or half time. Instant download — print as many times as you like, as many copies as you need.
2. Learn the World Cup Countries with Printable Flags
With 48 nations competing in 2026, it's a brilliant opportunity to explore world geography. Our Printable World Cup 2026 Country Flags pack lets kids colour, label and learn every competing nation — great for a geography lesson or a tournament wall chart. Print multiple times so every child gets their own copy!
3. Make a Tournament Wall Chart
Print off the flags, stick them to a piece of card, and let your kids track every result as the tournament progresses. Add stickers, scores, and predictions — it becomes a keepsake by the final!
4. Host a World Cup Quiz Night for Kids
Use our Kids Activity Sheets as a base and add your own World Cup trivia. Which country has won the most World Cups? How many players are on a team? Great for a family evening in on match nights. Print a copy for every player!
5. Free Colouring Pages to Keep Them Busy
Not every child wants to watch 90 minutes of football — and that's fine! Keep non-football fans happy with our free animal colouring pages while the match is on. Print as many copies as you need — completely free.
6. The Ultimate World Cup Bundle — Only £5.00
Want everything in one place? Our FIFA World Cup Colouring Bundle includes the England Heroes Colouring Book plus all 48 team flags in one instant download — the perfect World Cup activity pack. Great value for families, classrooms, or childminders. Just £5.00 — saving you £2.00 compared to buying separately. Get the bundle →
Why Printables Are Perfect for World Cup Season
- Instant download — no waiting for delivery
- Print as many times as you like, as many copies as you need
- Screen-free entertainment during matches
- Educational and creative at the same time
- Perfect for classrooms, parties, or a quiet afternoon at home
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Everything downloads instantly — no waiting, no fuss. Just print and go.
- 🏴 England Football Stars Colouring Book — colour in the squad
- 🌍 World Cup 2026 Country Flags Pack — all 48 nations
- ⭐ FIFA World Cup Bundle — everything included, only £5.00 (save £2.00!)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the FIFA World Cup 2026?
FIFA World Cup 2026 runs from June to July 2026, hosted across the USA, Canada, and Mexico. It's the first World Cup to feature 48 teams, making it the largest tournament in the competition's history. England are competing in the group stage, with matches broadcast live in the UK on ITV and BBC.
How many countries are in the World Cup 2026?
48 countries are competing in World Cup 2026 — up from 32 in previous tournaments. Our Printable Country Flags Pack includes all 48 nations, making it a brilliant geography activity for kids alongside the tournament.
What World Cup activities are good for primary school age children?
Colouring pages, flag sheets, and quiz activities all work brilliantly for primary school children. They combine creativity with learning — kids can colour in players and flags, learn about different countries, and track results on a wall chart. Our printable packs are designed for ages 4 and up, with bold outlines suitable for younger children and more detailed designs for older ones.
Are these World Cup printables suitable for classrooms?
Yes — all our printables are licensed for personal and educational use, which includes printing copies for a classroom group. Teachers and childminders can print as many copies as needed from a single download. The flag sheets in particular make a great cross-curricular activity combining geography, art, and PSHE.
Are the printables instant download?
Yes — all our World Cup printables are instant PDF downloads. As soon as your order is confirmed, you'll receive a download link by email and on your order confirmation page. No waiting, no shipping — you can be printing within minutes.
Can I print the World Cup activities more than once?
Absolutely. Once downloaded, you can print your PDF as many times as you like — perfect for siblings, classrooms, or party bags. There's no limit on personal and educational use prints.
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