American Airlines to Partner With FIFA for World Cup 2026

American Airlines’ partnership with FIFA comes as trade groups are urging the U.S. to prepare more for the 2026 World Cup.

American Airlines announced Thursday that it is partnering with FIFA for the 2026 World Cup, offering flights and promos to fans and teams during the tournament.

The partnership is with Qatar Airways, American’s Oneworld alliance partner. American said it is also offering members of its loyalty program the chance to win tickets to the World Cup.

Sports partnerships are common for airlines because it allows them to build customer loyalty among fans of a team, player, or league