How to play

60 seconds. One moment. Your call.

World Cup Puzzles is a free daily soccer tactics game for the 2026 World Cup. Here's the whole thing:

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    Read the moment

    Each puzzle opens with a short, vivid match scenario — from the 2026 World Cup or a historical goal from past World Cups — two to four sentences that set up one tactical question.

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    Mark your answer on the pitch

    Answer spatially on the interactive pitch diagram: place a dot, draw an arrow or run, mark an area, or select a player — whatever the puzzle asks for. No typing, no multiple choice.

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    Get your score instantly

    Submit and see your score from 0 to 100, with the correct answer revealed on the pitch so you can compare your read of the game to the right one.

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    Share and challenge friends

    Send your score card to friends, start a private Mini League, and see who reads the game best in your group.

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    Come back tomorrow

    A new puzzle drops every day during the World Cup. Play daily to build your streak and sharpen your tactical eye over the tournament.

Frequently asked questions

Is World Cup Puzzles free to play?

Yes. Every daily puzzle is completely free, with no signup required. You can create a free account later if you want to save your streak and history across devices.

When does a new puzzle come out?

A new soccer puzzle is published every day during the 2026 World Cup (June 11 – July 19, 2026), including reactive puzzles built from real tournament moments.

Do I need to be a tactics expert?

No. The puzzles are designed for anyone who watches football. If you have ever shouted "pass it wide!" at a screen, you already think tactically — the game gives you instant feedback so you improve with every puzzle.

How is the puzzle scored?

Your spatial answer is compared against the correct areas on the pitch — angle and length for arrows, overlap for zones, position for dots. A perfect read scores 100.

Can I play on my phone?

Yes. The game is built mobile-first and plays perfectly in any modern browser on iPhone, Android, tablet, or desktop. No app download needed.

Who makes World Cup Puzzles?

The puzzles are authored by Taptics, the team intelligence company. Taptics builds the platform coaches use to train how their squads read and decide in real match situations.

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