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Sports Calendar 2026

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This is your guide to the yearโ€™s biggest sporting events. From unmissable matchups to the yearโ€™s top showdowns, we list all the action. Follow it all here so you can perfectly tailor your sports advertising to the moments everyone will be watching.

The Sports Calendar 2026ย is your guide to a year of thrilling matches and unforgettable moments. Track the top tournaments, follow season-defining clashes, and keep your finger on the pulse. Whilst fans catch the excitement, your brand can connect with the biggest sporting moments that drive conversions.

Now, with the FIFA World Cup just days away, following the biggest fixtures has become more important than ever. We’ve made sure every match across Mexico, Canada and the US has been added, helping you stay up to date at all times. Hold back those budgets for when the biggest moments hit, and cash in when the traffic starts flowing!

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For advertisers, sports betting platforms, and streaming services, these events provide unmatched opportunities. They open the door to sports ads, increased brand visibility, and boosted audience interaction. By aligning campaigns with global highlights, you can reach millions of passionate fans, boost conversions, and make a measurable impact across multiple regions. Whether targeting major sporting events in 2026, these events are a prime stage for brands to shine.

Connect with Your Audience in Major Sporting Events

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๐ŸŒ Europe

๐Ÿ Europe lights up the sports calendar 2026 with Formula 1, WRC, Champions League, and Tennis Grand Slams. Highlighted events rank among the most valuable on the international sports lineup, offering prime opportunities for sports advertising.

๐ŸŒŽ North America

๐Ÿˆ The biggest sports events in the US shape the 2026 calendar with NFL, MLB, NHL, and NBA championships. Sports advertising campaigns adore a major event, thanks to their huge audiences.

๐ŸŒ Global

โšฝ Some sports are so big, they transcend continents - that's a lot of eyes watching the event, and your sports advertising. From FIFA World Cup to Tennis Grand Slams and UFC nights, global events mean global audiences and a bucketload of hype.

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