README.md
World Cup 2026 data for AI
wc26-mcp
Ask your AI anything about the 2026 World Cup and get real answers. 18 tools covering matches, teams, venues, city guides, fan zones, head-to-head records, visa info, news, injuries, odds, standings, knockout bracket, and more. All data ships with the package. Zero API keys, zero external dependencies.
Works with Claude Desktop · Claude Code · Cursor · Windsurf · ChatGPT · Telegram · any MCP client
Website | npm | ChatGPT GPT | Telegram Bot | MCP Registry
Quick Start
Claude Desktop
Add to your claude_desktop_config.json:
{
"mcpServers": {
"wc26": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["-y", "wc26-mcp"]
}
}
}
Claude Code
claude mcp add wc26 -- npx -y wc26-mcp
Cursor
Add to .cursor/mcp.json:
{
"mcpServers": {
"wc26": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["-y", "wc26-mcp"]
}
}
}
Windsurf
Add to ~/.codeium/windsurf/mcp_config.json:
{
"mcpServers": {
"wc26": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["-y", "wc26-mcp"]
}
}
}
ChatGPT
No setup needed — use the GPT directly:
Telegram
No setup needed — message the bot directly:
17 slash commands: /brief, /team, /matches, /group, /city, /venue, /history, /visa, /fanzones, /schedule, /news, /injuries, /odds, /standings, /bracket, and more.
Other MCP Clients
The server communicates over stdio using the Model Context Protocol:
npx -y wc26-mcp
Tools
| Tool | Description | Filters |
|---|---|---|
what_to_know_now |
Zero-query temporal briefing — detects tournament phase and returns the most relevant info for today | date, timezone |
get_team_profile |
Coach, key players, playing style, World Cup history, and qualifying summary for any team | team |
get_matches |
Query matches with enriched team names, flags, venue details, and timezone conversion | date, date_from, date_to, team, group, venue, round, status, timezone |
get_teams |
All 48 qualified nations with FIFA rankings and confederations | group, confederation, is_host |
get_groups |
Group details with teams, venues, and match schedules | group |
get_venues |
16 stadiums across USA, Mexico, and Canada with weather data | country, city, region |
get_city_guide |
Travel guide for any host city — highlights, transit, food, things to do, local tips | city |
get_historical_matchups |
Head-to-head World Cup history between any two teams with aggregate stats and narrative | team_a, team_b |
get_nearby_venues |
Find venues near a given venue, sorted by distance in miles/km | venue, limit |
get_schedule |
Tournament schedule organized by date with timezone conversion | date_from, date_to, timezone |
get_visa_info |
Entry requirements (visa, ESTA, eTA) for any team's nationals entering host countries | team, host_country |
get_fan_zones |
Official FIFA Fan Festival locations across all 16 host cities with capacity, hours, activities, and transit tips | city, country, venue_id |
get_news |
Latest World Cup news headlines sourced by the Scout Agent daily | topic, limit |
get_injuries |
Key player availability tracker — injury status, expected return dates, and impact assessment | team, status |
get_odds |
Tournament favorites, golden boot predictions, group previews, and dark horse picks | category, group |
compare_teams |
Side-by-side comparison of any two teams — rankings, odds, key players, group difficulty, injuries, and head-to-head | team_a, team_b |
get_standings |
Group power rankings based on FIFA rankings, betting odds, and predictions | group |
get_bracket |
Knockout bracket visualization — R32 through Final with venues, dates, and group entry points | round |
Example Prompts
"Brief me on the World Cup"
"Tell me about Argentina's squad and playing style"
Tools (18)
what_to_know_nowZero-query temporal briefing that detects tournament phase and returns relevant info.get_team_profileProvides coach, key players, playing style, history, and qualifying summary.get_matchesQuery matches with enriched team names, flags, venue details, and timezone conversion.get_teamsLists all 48 qualified nations with FIFA rankings and confederations.get_groupsProvides group details with teams, venues, and match schedules.get_venuesDetails for 16 stadiums across USA, Mexico, and Canada with weather data.get_city_guideTravel guide for any host city including highlights, transit, and food.get_historical_matchupsHead-to-head World Cup history between two teams with stats.get_nearby_venuesFind venues near a given venue, sorted by distance.get_scheduleTournament schedule organized by date with timezone conversion.get_visa_infoEntry requirements for team nationals entering host countries.get_fan_zonesOfficial FIFA Fan Festival locations with capacity, hours, and transit tips.get_newsLatest World Cup news headlines.get_injuriesKey player availability tracker and injury status.get_oddsTournament favorites, golden boot predictions, and group previews.compare_teamsSide-by-side comparison of two teams.get_standingsGroup power rankings based on FIFA rankings and odds.get_bracketKnockout bracket visualization from R32 through Final.Configuration
claude_desktop_config.json
{"mcpServers": {"wc26": {"command": "npx", "args": ["-y", "wc26-mcp"]}}}Try it
→Brief me on the World Cup
→Tell me about Argentina's squad and playing style
→What are the visa requirements for a fan from Brazil traveling to the US for the World Cup?
→Compare the team profiles of Mexico and Canada
→Which stadiums are hosting matches in New York?