World Cup Guide for KU

Continuing to educate students, make discoveries and serve Kansas this summer as thousands of global visitors celebrate the biggest event in men's soccer

Our goal

Leaders from across the university are meeting weekly to ensure that employees can continue to carry out the important businesses of the university this summer as teams set up base camps in Lawrence and the region and as matches take place in Kansas City. By addressing logistics and adjustments to operations in light of World Cup activity in Lawrence and Greater Kansas City, employees and students are free to continue their focus on learning, research and service.

Opportunities

With thousands of worldwide visitors in our cities, KU is in position to be a good partner to the host communities. University experts are already helping our community partners with planning, training and hosting.

What this means for KU

World Cup activity in Lawrence and Greater Kansas City may mean adjustments to operations on the Lawrence and KU Medical Center campuses. Use this site as a resource for important announcements and ways to support the host communities.

Important dates

Late May/early June

Base camp team arrives in Lawrence and stays until early July

June 11-July 19

World Cup matches played across North America

June 16-July 11

Matches played at Kansas City Stadium (Arrowhead)

Welcome, Team Algeria

After nearly two years of preparation and planning, it became official on Feb. 19, when Lawrence 2026 announced the city will be a base camp for the Algerian men’s soccer team. By being a base camp, Lawrence will be Team Algeria’s “home away from home.” While the team trains at Rock Chalk Park, rests and prepares during the tournament, players and staff will become short-term residents in the community.

Questions?

Explore this site to check out the resources available, from guidance on events to upcoming trainings to connections with community partners. Still have a question?

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