World Cup 2026 Role-Play Sports Reporter Interview

Activity Description

In this World Cup 2026 role-play activity, pupils take on the roles of a sports reporter, football player, and coach following a World Cup match. The reporter asks questions about the game, while the player and coach explain how they feel, discuss important moments, and share their hopes for future matches.

This activity helps pupils develop:

Speaking and listening skills
Confidence when speaking in front of others
Questioning and interviewing techniques
Teamwork and cooperation
Understanding of sporting events and current affairs
Pupils can use the provided script or create their own questions and answers based on real or imagined World Cup matches. The activity can be performed in pairs, small groups, or in front of the whole class.

Recommended Age Range: 8–13 years

Curriculum Links: English, Drama, Speaking & Listening, PE, Geography, and Current Events.

Resources Needed: Role cards, interview questions, and optional football-themed props such as microphones, football shirts, or scorecards.