Norwegian Cruise Line® (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel with a 59-year history of breaking boundaries, is kicking off the Northern Hemisphere summer with good news for travelling sports fans, with the news that they will be showing all 104 Fifa World Cup 26™ games on board this Northern Hemisphere summer.
Taking place between 11th June to 19th July in multiple cities across the United States, Mexico and Canada, every ship across the NCL fleet will be broadcasting live coverage of the tournament, so guests won’t need to miss out on a single goal, penalty decision or trophy-lifting moment while at sea.
Whether guests want to enjoy the games in the comfort of their staterooms, or enjoy some friendly rivalry while watching along with other guests from around the world, football fans can enjoy every piece of the action:
- Two Dedicated Special Event Channels: All ships will have two channels airing all live matches. This ensures that on certain occasions where matches kick off simultaneously, guests can choose which game to follow.
- 24-Hour Catch-Up: In keeping with NCL’s signature freedom and flexibility concept, working around guests’ own schedules games can be recorded and replayed on board for a 24-hour period. This means that guests can still head out to enjoy shore excursions or simply relax on deck and still catch up on the full 90 minutes at a time that suits them.
- Freedom and flexibility: Whilst sports fans will be able to watch the football across designated venues on board, those not tuning in can enjoy plenty of peaceful places to unwind.”
Ben Angell, Vice President and Managing Director NCL APAC, said:
“Australians and Kiwis are some of the most passionate sports fans in the world, and we know many travellers don’t want to choose between exploring new destinations and following a major global event. By bringing every FIFA World Cup 26™ match to our entire fleet — whether guests are sailing closer to home on Norwegian Spirit or exploring further afield across Europe or other incredible regions on our global ships — we’re making sure they can enjoy the best of both worlds. Whether they’re backing their favourite team or simply soaking up the electrifying atmosphere, they won’t miss a single defining moment while cruising with us.”
