2026 WFT World Championships of Foosball
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The Finals Arena is where the biggest matches come alive — lights, cameras, fans, commentators, and a championship stage built to showcase the World Championships at the highest level.
Book your room early
Stay where the action is at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans. Booking inside the official room block helps support the event, keeps players close to the tournament room, and makes the full World Championships experience easier from start to finish.
$175,000 In Cash, Prizes, and Awards
More than a tournament. Make it a trip.
New Orleans brings world-class food, music, nightlife, history, and one of the most unique atmospheres in the country. Plan extra time around Worlds and enjoy everything the city has to offer.
Things To Do In New Orleans →Schedule
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Wednesday 9/2
Thursday 9/3
Friday 9/4
Saturday 9/5
Sunday 9/6
Level Up Lessons and pop-up events
The Table 100 pit area will be a featured destination inside Worlds, built for Level Up Lessons, special pop-up events, player experiences, and moments that bring the community together beyond the main brackets.
USTSO Certified Tournament
Official USTSO certification means this event features qualifying opportunities toward the 2028 ITSF World Cup.
Team USA Pride.
Official Qualification Path.
All events on the schedule with QF next to the event name are qualifiers for the 2028 ITSF World Cup. To qualify, players must be a USTSO member before the event begins. In Doubles, both players must be members. To pay for membership, send $25 via PayPal to funds@usafoosball.com.
- In Junior Classic Doubles, Junior Boys & Girls Doubles, and Junior Boys & Girls Singles, the highest placing eligible U13 team qualifies for the U13 category at the 2028 ITSF World Cup.
- The highest placing eligible U16 team qualifies for the U16 category at the 2028 ITSF World Cup.
- Any team with a player above 16 years old qualifies for the U19 division.
- WFT may split junior categories into separate events at the tournament depending on junior player turnout.
- Junior players must be 17 years old or younger at the start of the event.
- Senior 50+ players must be 50 years old or older at the start of the event.
- Senior 63+ players must be 63 years old or older at the start of the event.
Club Reset
Club Reset happens on two nights only — Thursday and Sunday — bringing the after-hours player experience to Worlds with music, blacklight foosball, late-night games, and player parties built around the tournament weekend.
- Club Reset: The Player Kickoff Party — Thursday 11:30 PM
- Club Reset: The Final Send Off Party — Sunday 11:30 PM
- Two nights only: Thursday and Sunday
- Players choose the music
- Blacklight table available
2025 Winners
A look back at champions, finalists, and major moments from last year’s World Championships.
Dress Code
WFT Dress Code is encouraged for all players and enforced in featured championship events.
- Dress code is encouraged, but not mandatory for all players in most events.
- Dress code is enforced in Open Singles, Open Doubles, Women’s Singles, and Women’s Doubles for any player or team that reaches 5/8th place or better.
- In enforced events, teams must wear matching team shirts at minimum and must align with WFT Dress Code requirements.
- Enclosed shoes are required at all times during play.
Entry Fees
| Rookie - Master | $20/event / $60 cap |
| Beginner / Junior | $10/event / $30 cap |
| Master | $200 |
| Pro | $120 |
| Expert | $80 |
| Amateur | $60 |
| Rookie | $50 |
| Beginner | $30 |
| All Ranks / All Specialty Events | $25 |
| Master | $80 |
| Pro | $70 |
| Master | $80 |
| Pro | $70 |
| Expert | $60 |
| Amateur | $40 |
| Rookie | $30 |
| Beginner | $30 |
Women Expert & Below
Play FREE with registration in Amateur Women’s, Expert Women’s, and Open Women’s events.
First-Time Beginners
WFT Membership fee is waived for first-time Beginner players.
Junior Players
Free entry in Junior Events, Beginner Singles, Beginner Doubles, Rookie Singles, and Rookie Doubles. Age info will be updated soon.
WFT Membership Required
Players must be a WFT member to play the event. WFT Membership is $30 annually for all players, except first-time Beginners.
Payment Info
All major credit cards are accepted. Credit card transactions include a 4% transaction fee. Cash is accepted on site. The host hotel is cash-free, so hotel purchases must be cashless.
Event Sign-Ups
Event sign-ups close 30 minutes before each event starting time.
International Players
International players play risk-free in Open Singles and Open Doubles. Only pay back the entry fee if you place in the money for that event.
6 Live Tables On YouTube
WFT Media will be covering the World Championships live all weekend long, bringing the action, storylines, and biggest moments straight to fans everywhere.
- 6 live tables streaming throughout the event
- Watch feature matches, major moments, and finals coverage
- Follow the action live on the official WFT YouTube channel
This Is Not A Tournament To Miss.
The 2026 WFT World Championships brings the biggest stage, the biggest payout, the biggest matches, and the full player experience together in New Orleans. Book your room, make your plans, and be part of Worlds.