Plans for the 2026 World Cup

May 12, 2026, 13:00
AsiaPolitics

Introduction

The 2026 World Cup is coming. Canada and Thailand are preparing for the games.

Main Body

Canada is spending a lot of money on the World Cup. Some people are angry because the government does not show the full cost. The city of Vancouver says most of the money comes from businesses, not from the people. Vancouver has new rules for the streets near the stadiums. These rules control noise and signs. Some teachers think these rules are bad for poor people. In Thailand, the government wants the games to be free on TV. They want private companies to pay for the rights. However, the games happen at a very different time in Thailand.

Conclusion

Canada and Thailand are still working on their plans for the tournament.

Learning

The Power of "ING"

Look at these words from the text:

  • Preparing
  • Spending
  • Working

What is happening? When we add -ing to a verb, we often talk about things that are happening right now or are in progress.

How to use it: Be/Is/Are + Verb-ing

Examples from the story:

  • Canada is spending money. (Action happening now)
  • They are preparing. (Action happening now)

Simple Rule: Use this pattern to describe a current situation.

Wait! → I am learning English.

Vocabulary Learning

government (n.)
the group of people who make and enforce laws for a country
Example:The government announced new rules for the World Cup.
city (n.)
a large town that is an important place for people to live and work
Example:Vancouver is a city in Canada.
rules (n.)
a set of instructions that people must follow
Example:The new rules for the streets were made by the city.
streets (n.)
roads in a town or city where cars and people travel
Example:The rules control noise on the streets near the stadium.
noise (n.)
sound that can be loud or annoying
Example:The noise from the game was too loud for the neighbors.
signs (n.)
pictures or words on a board that give information or directions
Example:The signs on the street told drivers where to turn.
teachers (n.)
people who help students learn in school
Example:Some teachers think the rules are bad for poor students.
poor (adj.)
having little money or resources
Example:The poor people need help to attend the games.
private (adj.)
owned or used by a particular person or group, not public
Example:Private companies can pay for the rights to show the games.
rights (n.)
legal or moral permissions that people have
Example:The rights to broadcast the games are sold to TV companies.
tournament (n.)
a competition where many teams play against each other
Example:The World Cup is a big tournament for football teams.
working (v.)
doing tasks or jobs to achieve a goal
Example:Canada and Thailand are working on their plans for the tournament.