Professional World Cup Data API for Developers

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Built by developers for developers, with clear documentation, filters and code examples so you can connect to the World Cup 2026 API, test your calls and go live in no time
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Get real‑time scores, match statistics, team and player info, odds and predictions for every World Cup 2026 game, all delivered in fast, reliable and well‑structured JSON responses.
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Keep fans coming back with accurate, live World Cup 2026 data that updates instantly when goals, cards or substitutions happen, powering your football application.

World Cup 2026 Data Coverage

The Sportmonks World Cup 2026 API brings all tournament data together in a single, easy‑to‑use football data feed. Everything you need to power live experiences for your users, already structured for developers.

Show complete World Cup schedules and fixtures
Keep visitors informed about all upcoming matches, from the opening game to the final. Filter by group, team, date, venue or round.
Build a detailed World Cup match centre
Enrich your match pages with live scores, events, line‑ups, formations, statistics, H2H results, coaches, referees, odds, predictions, news and more.
Track live standings and bracket progress
Display live group standings as matches are being played and automatically update knockout brackets as teams progress.
Create in‑depth team and player profiles
Show squads, appearances, goals, cards and more for every World Cup 2026 player and team.
var myHeaders = new Headers();
myHeaders.append("Content-Type", "application/json");
myHeaders.append("Accept", "application/json");
myHeaders.append("Authorization", "YOURTOKEN");

var requestOptions = {
  method: 'GET',
  headers: myHeaders,
  redirect: 'follow'
};

fetch("https://api.sportmonks.com/v3/football/leagues", requestOptions)
  .then(response => response.text())
  .then(result => console.log(result))
  .catch(error => console.log('error', error));
import requests
import json

url = "https://api.sportmonks.com/v3/football/leagues"

payload = {}
headers = {
  'Content-Type': 'application/json',
  'Accept': 'application/json',
  'Authorization': 'YOURTOKEN'
}

response = requests.request("GET", url, headers=headers, data=payload)

print(response.text)
     
package main

import (
  "fmt"
  "net/http"
  "io/ioutil"
)

func main() {

  url := "https://api.sportmonks.com/v3/football/leagues"
  method := "GET"

  client := &http.Client {
  }
  req, err := http.NewRequest(method, url, nil)

  if err != nil {
    fmt.Println(err)
    return
  }
  req.Header.Add("Content-Type", "application/json")
  req.Header.Add("Accept", "application/json")
  req.Header.Add("Authorization", "YOURTOKEN")

  res, err := client.Do(req)
  if err != nil {
    fmt.Println(err)
    return
  }
  defer res.Body.Close()

  body, err := ioutil.ReadAll(res.Body)
  if err != nil {
    fmt.Println(err)
    return
  }
  fmt.Println(string(body))
}

     
Unirest.setTimeouts(0, 0);
HttpResponse response = Unirest.get("https://api.sportmonks.com/v3/football/leagues")
  .header("Content-Type", "application/json")
  .header("Accept", "application/json")
  .header("Authorization", "YOURTOKEN")
  .asString();

The best World Cup for developers

Developers need reliable, fast, and easy-to-use APIs to power their applications. Our API ensures 99.9% uptime, lightning-fast response times, and seamless integration backed by detailed documentation and 24/7 support. Whether you’re building live score apps, player stats dashboards, or predictive analytics tools, our World Cup API is designed to help you succeed.

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Whether you’re a solo developer or an enterprise media company, the World Cup 2026 football API can power your next project.

From Livescore Apps to Betting & Fantasy Platforms

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Whether you’re a solo developer or an enterprise media company, the World Cup 2026 football API can power your next project.

Build engaging World Cup live score apps and match centres:

– Real‑time match dashboards
– Goal, card and kick‑off notifications
– Team and player pages with rich stats
– Widgets and embeddable components for websites

Your users never miss a moment of World Cup 2026.

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Betting & odds comparison Sites

Feed your World Cup 2026 betting platforms with reliable data:

– Pre‑match and in‑play fixtures, lineups and live scores
– Data suitable for odds displays, bet builders and event pages
– High stability and performance during busy match days

Use Sportmonks as the trusted data partner for your betting and comparison products.

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Fantasy Football Games

Launch a World Cup 2026 fantasy football game faster:

– Complete team and player data for all participants
– Player performance stats to calculate fantasy points
– Live updates for lineups, substitutions and cards

Create seasonal or daily fantasy formats powered by our World Cup API.

World Cup 2026_news

Media, publishers & broadcasters

Support your editorial and broadcast coverage with structured World Cup 2026 data:

– Match centres embedded in websites and apps
– Stats and storylines for articles and analysis pieces
– Data for on‑air graphics and studio tools
– Dashboards for newsrooms and production teams

Deliver more context, more quickly, without manual data work.

World Cup 2026 Plans & Pricing

Enjoy a limited early-bird discount!

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Full access to advanced football data features.

Starting at
€ 35
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paid monthly per month paid yearly
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  • Includes: The World Cup and qualifiers
  • Livescores
  • Detailed match & player stats
  • (Live) Standings
  • and more
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Best value plan with extended data features.

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€ 45
€ 45
paid monthly per month paid yearly
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  • Includes: The World Cup and qualifiers
  • All features in advanced
  • + Predictions
  • + xG
  • + Pressure Index
* All prices are exclusive of VAT and, where applicable, VAT will be applied at the standard rate.

Once you start utilising it, you realise that its excellence isn’t just superficial, the quality of the data itself stands out.

 

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CEO & Lead Developer of ShiftOneZero

Finding high-quality football and betting data is challenging. When available, it is often either too expensive or difficult to integrate. This is where Sportmonks has proven to be a great partner.

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Co-founder of FantaMaster

Your World Cup App Starts Today

Follow these 3 simple steps to see why developers worldwide trust Sportmonks for their football data needs.

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Every data point is verified 24/7 by a combination of human expertise and advanced systems.
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What data is included in the Sportmonks World Cup 2026 API?
Our World Cup 2026 API covers fixtures, live scores, in‑game events, squads, player details, statistics, standings, groups and knockout information. Depending on your plan, you can also access predictions, xG and advanced insights.
How does the World Cup 2026 format work?
The World Cup 2026 format uses 48 teams and an expanded knockout phase. After the group stage, the top two teams in each group plus the best third‑placed teams progress to the round of 32, leading into the usual knockout path through to the final.
Can I use the World Cup 2026 data for commercial betting or fantasy apps?
Yes, many customers use Sportmonks data for betting, fantasy and gaming projects. It’s your responsibility to comply with all relevant regulations and licensing in your jurisdiction, but the data is suitable for these use cases.
How is pricing structured for the World Cup API?
World Cup 2026 data is available through our Football API special plan. You can opt for an early bird discount now via mySportmonks.
Do you offer historical World Cup data from previous tournaments as well?
Yes, Sportmonks offers historical World Cup data from past editions. This allows you to build comparison tools, historical dashboards and long‑term analytics features.
Do the host nations automatically qualify for World Cup 2026?
Yes. As World Cup 2026 host nations, Canada, Mexico and the United States receive automatic qualification. All three teams are guaranteed a place in the tournament and will start in the group stage.
How long does the World Cup 2026 tournament last?
The World Cup 2026 schedule spans 39 days from the opening match to the final. During this period 104 games will be played across Canada, the USA and Mexico, creating an intense, month‑long festival of football.
How many matches will be played at the World Cup 2026?
Under the new format there will be 104 World Cup 2026 matches in total. The finalists will each play eight games during the tournament, giving fans more football, more matchdays and more chances to follow their favourite teams.How many matches will be played at the World Cup 2026?
How many teams will play at the World Cup 2026?
The World Cup 2026 teams list will feature 48 national teams, expanded from the traditional 32‑team format. This larger field means more nations qualifying, more group games and more knockout ties, creating the biggest World Cup tournament ever.
Is there a free trial for the World Cup 2026 API?
No, there is no free trial for the World Cup 2026 API. However, we do offer early‑bird access and pricing for customers who secure their World Cup 2026 data in advance. You can explore our documentation, review example responses and talk to our team to make sure the data fits your use case before committing.
When will World Cup 2026 fixtures and squads be available via the API?
Fixtures and key tournament details are provided as soon as they are officially announced and integrated into our system.  The group stage fixtures will be available on Friday, the 5th of December, after the draw. We already have the complete schedule with placeholders available (Based on the official sources). Squad and lineup data become available when teams publish their official lists and as match lineups are confirmed. Interested in earlier lineups? Use our expected lineups feature to display the expected lineup.
Where will the World Cup 2026 be hosted?
The World Cup 2026 hosts are Canada, the United States and Mexico. The tournament will be played across sixteen World Cup 2026 cities, making it the first World Cup since 2002 to be shared by multiple countries and the first ever to be hosted by three nations.
Which cities and stadiums will host World Cup 2026 matches?
World Cup 2026 venues and stadiums are spread over sixteen cities: - USA (11): Atlanta – Mercedes‑Benz Stadium; Boston – Gillette Stadium; Dallas – AT&T Stadium; Houston – NRG Stadium; Kansas City – Arrowhead Stadium; Los Angeles – SoFi Stadium; Miami – Hard Rock Stadium; New York/New Jersey – MetLife Stadium; Philadelphia – Lincoln Financial Field; San Francisco – Levi’s Stadium; Seattle – Lumen Field. - Canada (2): Toronto – BMO Field; Vancouver – BC Place. - Mexico (3): Guadalajara – Estadio Akron; Mexico City – Estadio Azteca; Monterrey – Estadio BBVA.
Who are the defending champions at the World Cup 2026?
Argentina are the defending World Cup champions going into World Cup 2026. After winning the 2022 World Cup, Argentina will aim to defend their title and are widely expected to be among the favourites again.
Why is the World Cup 2026 historic for Mexico and Canada?
World Cup 2026 is historic because Mexico becomes the first country to host three World Cups, after 1970 and 1986. It is also Canada’s first time hosting a men’s World Cup, giving both nations a unique place in World Cup history.

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