Get ready to tune your radios! As the highly anticipated FIFA World Cup kicks off across North America this June, amateur radio operators in all 16 host cities across the United States, Canada, and Mexico will be joining the excitement with a special “Football/Futbol on the Air” event.
Event Details
Starting June 11th with the opening match in Mexico City and running through the final on July 19th in New York/New Jersey, local hams will be operating special event stations on the specific days matches are played in their respective cities.
What to Listen For
Operators will be calling CQ using special 1×1 callsigns across CW, SSB, and various digital modes on the HF bands. Keep an ear out for:
- USA: W1C, W2C, K0C, K4C, and more.
- Canada: VC3F and VB7F.
- Mexico: 4A1MTY, 4A1GDL, and 4A1CMX.
This is a fantastic opportunity to combine the thrill of the World Cup with the excitement of DXing. Don’t miss your chance to make contact with these unique stations as the tournament travels across the continent!
