{"id":19348,"date":"2026-05-18T11:21:21","date_gmt":"2026-05-18T10:21:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.20i.com\/blog\/?p=19348"},"modified":"2026-05-18T13:33:51","modified_gmt":"2026-05-18T12:33:51","slug":"best-cities-to-work-remotely-during-2026-world-cup","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.20i.com\/blog\/best-cities-to-work-remotely-during-2026-world-cup\/","title":{"rendered":"Clock in, kick off: The best cities to work remotely during the 2026 World Cup\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

As excitement builds around the 2026 FIFA World Cup, FIFA<\/a> is projecting six billion viewers worldwide, in what could become the most watched sporting event in history. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re attending matches in-person across the U.S., Canada and Mexico, or following the action from fan zones, experiencing the tournament alongside other fans is a huge part of the appeal<\/strong> \u2013 with sports fans ranking community engagement as a top priority<\/a> when watching live events. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But following a month-long tournament across North America isn\u2019t always realistic for many football fans. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Between accommodation costs, travel expenses and work commitments, taking weeks off to fully immerse yourself in the World Cup can feel out of reach. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s where the rise of remote and hybrid working has changed the game. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As flexible working has become more common (our web designer survey<\/a> showed 80% of digital creatives work either remote or hybrid) the 2026 World Cup presents a unique opportunity for fans to base themselves in a host city and balance their day job <\/strong>with matches, fan zones and the wider tournament atmosphere. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u27a1\ufe0f To find out which destinations offer the best balance of remote-work friendliness, we analysed all 16 FIFA World Cup 2026 host cities across the U.S., Canada and Mexico against 10 key indicators for fans who will be working while watching the games<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

From internet speeds and coworking availability to accommodation options and safety, our research reveals the best cities to work remotely while following the tournament. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Key Findings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  • Toronto<\/strong> was revealed as the best host city overall for remote workers following the 2026 World Cup. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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    • Canada\u2019s host cities took the top two spots, with Vancouver<\/strong> ranking second overall. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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      • Houston and Philadelphia<\/strong> scored high for connectivity, places to stay, and cybersecurity. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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        • Mexico\u2019s host cities<\/strong> ranked high for affordability and wider accommodation choice, but lower for cybersecurity. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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          • Los Angeles, Seattle and the San Francisco Bay Area<\/strong> ranked lowest due to higher overall expenses and fewer budget-friendly stays near stadiums. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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            • Boston <\/strong>offered no affordable accommodation within walking distance of its stadium for fans. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

              The results show that some of the tournament\u2019s most recognizable destinations scored lower for remote work-friendliness despite their popularity with tourists and football fans. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Remote workers following the 2026 World Cup tournament may benefit more from cities offering a balance of digital infrastructure and affordability, rather than simply choosing the biggest host destinations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Best cities to remote work and follow the 2026 World Cup<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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              Canada\u2019s host cities ranked on top overall for remote workers following the 2026 World Cup. Toronto scored the number 1 spot, with the highest internet speeds and availability of affordable accommodation, alongside high quality of local healthcare and low probability of cyber threats on public networks.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Vancouver followed, also with strong connectivity, healthcare, and national cybersecurity, helping give both employers and remote workers greater confidence in working securely outside their usual networks during the tournament.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Houston and Philadelphia tied for third overall, though rank highest out of the U.S. host cities, thanks to their balance of affordability, connectivity and accommodation access.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

              The full league table of the best world cup host cities for remote work can be seen below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n