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Hockey World Cup 2026: Everything you need to know
The FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 takes place in Belgium and the Netherlands, from August 15 to 30, 2026. Know the teams, schedule, venues, and ticket prices.
The Hockey World Cup is the International Hockey Federation’s (FIH) world championship for field hockey and the sport’s highest international competition. Its 2026 edition is co-hosted by Belgium and the Netherlands and takes place from August 15 to 30, with the men’s and women’s tournaments held simultaneously across Wavre and Amstelveen.
In this guide, we cover everything you need to know about the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026, including match schedules, participating teams, tickets, venues, transport, and how to stay connected during the tournament.
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What is the Hockey World Cup?
The Hockey World Cup is an international field hockey competition for the world’s top men’s and women’s national teams that takes place every four years. The 2026 edition marks the first men’s tournament co-hosted by two countries, with Belgium and the Netherlands as hosts. The men’s and women’s World Cups will also run concurrently.
It also introduces a new competition format, with 16 teams competing across three stages before one nation is crowned champion in each tournament.
When is the Hockey World Cup 2026?
The FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 will be held from August 15 to 30 and take place in Belgium and the Netherlands. Check out the Hockey World Cup 2026 schedule below for key dates.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| August 15–24 | Pool matches and group stages |
| August 27–28 | Semi-finals |
| August 29 (Netherlands) | Women’s bronze medal matchWomen’s World Cup final |
| August 30 (Belgium) | Men’s bronze medal matchMen’s World Cup final |
Qualifiers were held earlier from February to March 2026 with events across three continents: Santiago, Chile; Ismailia, Egypt; and Hyderabad, Telangana, India.
Where is the Hockey World Cup 2026 held?
The FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 is co-hosted by Belgium and the Netherlands. Matches will be played at Belfius Hockey Arena in Wavre, Belgium, and Wagener Stadium in Amstelveen, the Netherlands. The tournament concludes with the women’s final at Wagener Stadium on August 29, 2026, and the men’s final at Belfius Hockey Arena on August 30, 2026.
Which teams are competing?
A total of 32 national teams will compete at the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026, with 16 teams each in the men’s and women’s tournaments. The field includes the two host nations, continental champions, FIH Pro League qualifiers, and teams that secured their place through the Hockey World Cup Qualifiers.
| Men’s World Cup | Women’s World Cup |
|---|---|
| Argentina | Argentina |
| Australia | Australia |
| Belgium (host) | Belgium (host) |
| England | Chile |
| France | China |
| Germany | England |
| India | Germany |
| Ireland | India |
| Japan | Ireland |
| Malaysia | Japan |
| Netherlands (host) | Netherlands (host) |
| New Zealand | New Zealand |
| Pakistan | Scotland |
| South Africa | South Africa |
| Spain | Spain |
| Wales | United States |
How to get Hockey World Cup 2026 tickets
Tickets for the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 are available through the official Hockey World Cup ticket portal. Fans can choose from day tickets, hospitality packages, and multi-match passes, depending on the venue.
Ticket options for Belfius Hockey Arena:
- Day tickets: From €19, with prices varying by seating zone, match stage, age group, and whether seats are covered or uncovered.
- Hospitality package: From €225 per person, including a day ticket, parking, food and drinks, and access to a VIP hospitality area.
- Event Pass: A reserved seat for the entire tournament at the venue, with a 10% discount compared to buying individual day tickets.
- Follow Your Team package: Includes your team’s three Pool Stage matches and two Second Stage matches.
- PRM ticket: Accessible seating with one complimentary attendant ticket.
- Parking: €15 per vehicle.
Ticket options for Wagener Stadium:
- Day tickets: From €33.50, with prices varying by seating zone, match stage, age group, and whether seats are covered or uncovered.
- Hospitality package: From €219 per person, including a day ticket, parking, food and drinks, and access to a VIP hospitality area.
- Wheelchair ticket: Accessible seating with an attendant ticket.
- Parking: €20 per vehicle.
Children up to 2 years old can enter for free but must sit on the lap of a full-paying adult. When purchasing tickets, you can choose your preferred seating zone, but specific rows and seat numbers are assigned automatically.
If you can no longer attend, you can resell your tickets through the tournament’s official resale platform for Belgium or the Netherlands.
Getting there and where to stay
The FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 takes place in Wavre, Belgium, and Amstelveen, the Netherlands, both of which have convenient air, rail, and road connections.
- Wavre: Brussels Airport (BRU) is the closest airport, about 25 km away. Trains, buses, taxis, and rental cars provide access to the venue.
- Amstelveen: Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) is about 10 km from the venue. Buses, trams, taxis, and rental cars connect the airport with Amstelveen.
- Between the host cities: High-speed trains connect Brussels and Amsterdam in about 1 hour and 40 minutes.
For accommodation, stay in Brussels if you plan to watch matches in Wavre or stay in Amsterdam if you plan to watch matches in Amstelveen. Brussels offers the largest selection of hotels and is about 30 minutes from Wavre by train or car. In comparison, Amsterdam borders Amstelveen and is about 20 to 30 minutes from the venue by public transport.
What else to see and do in Belgium and the Netherlands
Make the most of your trip by exploring more of the host countries. Popular things to do in Belgium include beer tasting tours, chocolate-making workshops, local markets, music festivals, and street art in cities like Brussels and Antwerp.
If you’re staying near Amstelveen, you can explore things to do in Amsterdam, including canal cruises, world-famous museums, and walks through the city’s historic neighborhoods.
Stay connected at the Hockey World Cup with Holafly
Hopping between Wavre and Amstelveen for matches is a lot easier when your phone works in both countries on one plan. A Holafly eSIM for Europe gives you unlimited data with speeds up to 5G across Belgium and the Netherlands, so live scores, train times, and mobile tickets are always a tap away. Grab an eSIM for Europe and stay online whether you’re in Brussels, Amsterdam, or on the train between them.
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FAQs about the Hockey World Cup
No. You can choose your preferred seating zone, but not a specific seat. The ticketing system automatically assigns the best available seats in your selected zone, and your row and seat numbers appear during checkout.
Day tickets start at around €19 for Belfius Hockey Arena in Belgium and around €33.50 for Wagener Stadium in the Netherlands. Event passes, follow-your-team packages, and hospitality packages for VIP experiences are also available at higher prices.
The Hockey World Cup takes place every four years, with separate men’s and women’s tournaments organized by the International Hockey Federation (FIH).
The 2023 Men’s Hockey World Cup was won by Germany, while the 2022 Women’s Hockey World Cup was won by the Netherlands.
You can watch the FIH Hockey World Cup on FIH’s official streaming platform, Watch.Hockey. Depending on your location, matches may also air on local broadcasters, such as Star Sports in India and tapmad in Pakistan.
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