2026 World Cup: FIFA Unveils Tougher Anti-Doping Measures.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be jointly staged by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

According to FIFA, the initiative will be one of the most extensive anti-doping operations ever implemented at a World Cup, covering both pre-tournament and in-competition testing.

In a statement published on Wednesday, May 13, FIFA confirmed it will continue working with the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) while also signing formal agreements with Sport Integrity Canada and Mexico’s national anti-doping body, MEX-NADO.

The football governing body said the collaboration is aimed at ensuring uniform testing standards across all host cities and venues.

FIFA explained that the national anti-doping agencies will carry out out-of-competition testing under its supervision in the lead-up to the tournament. During the competition, they will also assist FIFA doping control officers with matchday testing across all venues.

FIFA Chief Legal and Compliance Officer Emilio Silvero said the partnerships are essential to safeguarding the integrity of the tournament.

“Major international events require strong partnerships,” he said, adding that working with USADA, Sport Integrity Canada, and MEX-NADO strengthens FIFA’s commitment to clean sport.

Sport Integrity Canada CEO Jeremy Luke described the collaboration as key to maintaining public confidence in sport, while MEX-NADO’s Executive Director, Dr. Juan Manuel Herrera Navarro, said the partnership reflects a shared commitment to fairness and integrity.

USADA CEO Travis T. Tygart also emphasized that international cooperation is vital to ensuring a level playing field for athletes.

FIFA added that the programme will align with the World Anti-Doping Code and global testing standards, with coordinated sample collection and enforcement across all three host countries as preparations continue for the tournament.