Safeguard yourself and your belongings. Pickpockets thrive on the "distraction and snatch" method, especially when fans are relaxing at local sports bars, restaurants or transit hubs.

With the 2026 Fifa World Cup featuring 48 teams across the US, Canada and Mexico, transit hubs, stadiums and fan zones are seeing massive crowds.

While the energy is unmatched, these dense environments are prime targets for opportunistic petty crime like pickpocketing and distraction theft.

Keeping your belongings secure comes down to changing a few simple habits before you leave your hotel.

Here are practical, high-impact tips to protect your gear during the tournament.