Help your students explore the exciting history of soccer in America with this engaging United States World Cup 2026 Reading Comprehension Activity. This nonfiction resource introduces students to the United States national team, important World Cup moments, famous players from the past, and exciting young stars preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

This United States World Cup reading comprehension packet includes a detailed informational text alongside a variety of engaging activities. Students will complete short-answer comprehension questions, grammar tasks, a multiple-choice quiz, a crossword puzzle, and a word search, helping to reinforce understanding while building essential literacy skills.

A teacher presentation is also included to support instruction, guide discussion, and deepen student knowledge of the growth of soccer in the United States, historic World Cup achievements, and the upcoming 2026 tournament being hosted in North America.

These NO PREP informational text worksheets are perfect for upper key stage 2. Students will develop their reading comprehension, vocabulary, and critical thinking skills while learning about one of the fastest-growing teams in international football.

Everything you need for a low-prep, high-engagement lesson is included!

Included in this PDF printable resource:

• A teacher presentation to introduce the subject
• An informational text
• A comprehension activity with ten questions
• Two grammar questions about the text
• An extension writing activity
• A multiple choice quiz with seven questions
• An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use
• A crossword puzzle to consolidate learning
• A wordsearch puzzle

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This resource is great for:

• In class learning
• Independent work
• Homework
• Guided reading sessions
• Assessment practice
• Reading interventions
• Emergency sub plans

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