The world’s best Powerchair Football athletes are coming together in Buenos Aires, Argentina, for the 2026 FIPFA Powerchair Football World Cup. Teams will compete for the sport’s highest international honor, bringing athletes, families, coaches, officials, and supporters from around the world together for an unforgettable celebration of Powerchair Football.
The official tournament website is here and is the authoritative source for all event updates.
For members of the American Powerchair Football Confederation (APFC) community and others planning to travel to Argentina, we have compiled the information below to assist with travel planning.
Parque Olímpico de la Juventud
Av. Coronel Roca 5252
C1439DVO Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires
Argentina
The Parque Olímpico is a major sports complex, originally developed for the 2018 Summer Youth Olympic Games, located in the Villa Soldati area of Buenos Aires.
Important: The Olympic Park contains multiple sports pavilions. Specific competition pavilion and entrance information should be confirmed with the World Cup organizers before traveling to the venue.
Opening Ceremony: October 17, 2026, 1 PM
Competition: October 17–23, 2026
Closing Ceremony: October 23, 2026
Additional event activities, training schedules, and team-specific information may occur outside the competition dates. Travelers should confirm official schedules before finalizing arrangements.
The 2026 World Cup will bring together qualified Powerchair Football nations from around the globe, including teams representing Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Denmark, England, France, Italy, Japan, Uruguay, and the United States of America. The Americas will proudly be represented on the world stage as our qualified nations compete against the best Powerchair Football teams in the world.
Ministro Pistarini International Airport (EZE)
Commonly known as Ezeiza International Airport, EZE is the primary airport for international flights into Buenos Aires.
Aeroparque Jorge Newbery (AEP)
Located closer to central Buenos Aires, AEP primarily serves domestic and regional flights.
Travelers using powerchairs or requiring accessible transportation should make arrangements with airlines and transportation providers well in advance and confirm accommodations for their specific mobility equipment.
Yoola has also created a travel package for the World Cup. Details can be viewed here for anyone who is interested in this option.
International travel with a powerchair requires additional planning. Before departure, travelers should confirm:
· Airline requirements for transporting powerchairs and batteries
· Battery type and specifications
· Powerchair dimensions and weight
· Accessible airport transfers
· Wheelchair-accessible hotel accommodations
· Accessible transportation between the hotel and competition venue
· Electrical requirements and charging equipment for Argentina
· Travel and medical insurance coverage
Allow additional time for airline and airport procedures when traveling with mobility equipment.
Before traveling, check the specification label on your powerchair battery charger and verify that it accepts 220V/50Hz. Do not assume that a plug adapter alone makes your charger compatible with Argentina's electrical system. You may need to bring a power-up or power-down converter.
Buenos Aires offers a wide range of hotels and accommodations. Before booking, travelers using powerchairs should contact the property directly to confirm accessibility rather than relying solely on an online “accessible room” designation.
Ask specifically about door widths, roll-in showers, bed height, elevators, bathroom accessibility, and accessible transportation options.
The World Cup organizers may provide designated or recommended hotels for teams, families, and supporters. We encourage travelers to check official World Cup information before making non-refundable reservations.
Buenos Aires is one of South America’s great international cities, known for its architecture, food, culture, historic neighborhoods, and passion for football. Visitors may want to allow additional time before or after the World Cup to experience the city and surrounding region.
APFC is providing this page as a resource for members of our community interested in attending the 2026 FIPFA Powerchair Football World Cup.
APFC is not the organizer of the 2026 FIPFA World Cup. Event schedules, competition information, ticketing, venue access, and other official World Cup details are determined by FIPFA and the Local Organizing Committee.
Because information may change as the event approaches, travelers should verify important arrangements with official event sources before booking travel.
Whether you are an athlete, family member, supporter, coach, official, or someone interested in bringing Powerchair Football to your country, the World Cup offers an extraordinary opportunity to experience the sport at its highest level.
We hope to see you in Buenos Aires!
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