Matador Network is looking for talented travel writers to create city guides ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup! If you know where to eat, stay, and catch the match in one of the host cities, this gig is for you.

They’re commissioning $200 per guide for articles focused on:

• Top spots to watch the games
• Places that reflect the city’s soccer culture/history
• Great neighborhoods or hotels near the stadiums
• Local must-dos, eats, and hidden gems

Example format:
See this guide to Copenhagen

Target Cities:
Monterrey (MX), Dallas, Houston, LA, Miami, NJ/NY, Philly, Toronto

To pitch, include:

• 3–4 relevant published clips (URLs or portfolio)
• A short professional bio
• The city you want to cover + your connection to it
• 1–2 killer recommendations you’d include
• Your email address

Apply here (only once):
https://creators.matadornetwork.com/paid-gigs/8z1rz2l0/

Note:

• No follow-ups via email
• No pitches outside of the listed cities
• No proposals for partnerships, PR, or social media content

Perfect gig if you’re a footy fan with insider knowledge of a host city! Ready to pitch?