FIU World Cup 2026

About the Event

The FIU World Cup 2026 is a co-ed, multilingual soccer tournament that brings together students, faculty, and community members to celebrate linguistic and cultural diversity through sport.

Eight teams, each representing a different language community, will compete on the field while showcasing the global reach of languages taught at Florida International University.

Beyond the tournament, the FIU World Cup extends into Spring 2026 with a series of cultural and academic events, including:

• Podcasts and digital storytelling

• Film screenings and a mini film festival

• Guest lectures and panel discussions

• Cultural showcases and community conversations

Together, these events highlight the role of language, culture, and global citizenship in Miami and beyond.

The Teams

Teams represent the following language communities:

• French

• Portuguese / Brazilian

• Chinese

• Korean

• Spanish

• Italian

• Haitian (Haitian Creole)

• Japanese

Each team reflects the cultural, linguistic, and transnational connections that define FIU and the city of Miami.

Timed to Miami 2026

As Miami prepares to host FIFA World Cup matches in Summer 2026, FIU joins the global celebration with its own multilingual World Cup experience—centered on language, culture, and community engagement.

The FIU World Cup 2026 positions the university as a space where sport, multilingualism, and international education intersect.

Hosted By

Department of Modern Languages
Steven J. Green School of International & Public Affairs
Florida International University

More details on registration, schedules, and cultural programming coming soon.