The FIFA World Cup is one of the most exciting global sporting events, bringing together football fans of all ages. Whether you’re supporting France, Argentina, Mexico, Canada, or one of the host nations, the tournament is about more than just matches—it’s about celebrating teamwork, creativity, and culture.
Crafts are a brilliant way to mark the event. From flags and posters to DIY soccer ball projects, children and adults can enjoy hands-on World Cup activities that bring the excitement of football into the home or classroom. We have a separate post with 20 Football crafts (Soccer Crafts).
FIFA World Cup Crafts and Activities for Kids
FIFA World Cup Crafts in the Classroom
When the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Canada, Mexico and the United States off in June, many schools and families use the games as inspiration for creative activities. Teachers can easily link football themes to geography, literacy, and even physics.
- Set up a mini football game using a shoebox goal and paper ball, so kids can practice their own “free kicks” indoors.
- Try adapting our Olympic Torch Craft into a shiny World Cup trophy using foil, cardboard, and glitter. Children can proudly hold their trophy during classroom tournaments.
- Make DIY Team Flags by printing country templates and letting children colour them in—perfect for a classroom display or poster wall.
- Design A Football Kit using our free templates
Soccer Ball Crafts and Colouring Pages
The soccer ball is iconic, and there are lots of fun ways to bring it into your crafting.
- Learn all about the three mascots with our FIFA World Cup 2026 Mascot Colouring Pages Free Printable • Clutch, Zayu and Maple
- For relaxing downtime, download football colouring pages from Activity Village’s Soccer Crafts Collection.
- Create paper plate footballs using this easy tutorial, perfect for younger children.
- Make soft felt footballs for sensory rooms following this DIY felt soccer ball project.
- Soccer/Football Coloring Pages that are free to download
- Use our Colouring Bookmarks and decorate them with black-and-white hexagons to look like footballs – a clever way to combine reading and football fever.
Puzzles, Printables and Classroom World Cup Activities
Printable puzzles are fantastic World Cup activities for 4th–7th graders and older children.
- Set up football word searches and crosswords with key terms like “goal,” “kick,” and “tickets.”
- Try DIY Soccer Ball Pen Stand to combine crafting with a practical classroom project.
- Use our Recycled Art Bookmarks as a printable football activity—decorate them in your favourite team colours.
- Encourage older students to learn the science behind football by exploring the physics of spin and curve balls during free kicks.
Kick Off with DIY Football Crafts
Looking for a fun “kick-off” project? These UK-friendly craft ideas are great for parties and classrooms:
- Make Upcycled Tin Lanterns in the pattern of a football for a glowing World Cup decoration.
- Try football charm bracelets inspired by our DIY Button Bracelets—perfect for tweens and teens.
- Make a Football piñata or Soccer ball piñata – where you kick it around to open rather than bashing with a stick!
- Craft your own medals from foil and ribbon so children can take part in their own mini-tournament celebrations.
Fun World Cup Activities for November and December
Because the tournament was held in November and December, it tied perfectly into winter crafts.
- Make football-themed Snow Globe Crafts by adding tiny footballs or a mini World Cup trophy figure inside.
- Create festive football ornaments for the Christmas tree, combining the holiday season with football excitement.
Sensory Rooms and Inclusive Craft Ideas
During the last world cup in Qutar the The Supreme Committee (SC) provided facilities like sensory rooms so all fans, including those with disabilities, could enjoy the matches. Inspired by this, families and schools can set up football-themed sensory crafts:
- Textured posters using sand and foil to create the feel of a football pitch.
- Football beanbags or stress balls made with balloons and rice.
- Felt football decorations with Velcro shapes to encourage hands-on play.
Looking Ahead: The Next FIFA World Cup
With the FIFA World Cup Qatar behind us, excitement is already building for the FIFA World Cup 2026 in the USA, Canada, and Mexico. This will be the first time the tournament is shared across three countries, making it a truly global celebration.
You can start preparing with themed crafts:
- Map activities marking host cities across North America.
- DIY tickets for role play and pretend match days.
- Handmade posters celebrating the host nations’ landmarks and football history.
And don’t forget the FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand—another chance to celebrate with crafts, printables, and creative projects for young fans.
Free Resources for Football Fans
If you’re looking for free resources, DIY printables, and seasonal World Cup activities, our blog is part of the largest marketplace of ideas for parents, teachers, and even employees planning office events. We share craft tutorials and colouring pages regularly through our weekly newsletter, so you’ll always have fun and easy ideas at your fingertips.