FIFA World Cup 2026 Footballers Codebreaker Maths Puzzle Can your students crack the code? This football-themed maths codebreaker activity contains 26 puzzles, each revealing the name of an England player taking part in the FIFA World Cup 2026. Suitable for KS3 Year 7 pupils, the puzzles develop reasoning, number skills and problem-solving in a fun and engaging way. Players are grouped into goalkeepers, defenders, midfielders and forwards, making this an ideal resource for lesson starters, cover work, maths clubs or end-of-term activities. Challenge your students to crack the code and uncover the names of England’s FIFA World Cup 2026 squad players! This engaging resource contains 26 maths codebreaker puzzles, with each puzzle revealing the name of a different England footballer. The players are organised by position: Goalkeepers Defenders Midfielders Forwards Designed specifically for KS3 Year 7 pupils, the puzzles provide an enjoyable way to practise mathematical reasoning, problem-solving and number skills while linking learning to the excitement of international football. What’s Included? 26 individual codebreaker puzzles England World Cup 2026 squad theme Organised by playing position Suitable for Year 7 / KS3 students Encourages logical thinking and problem-solving Ideal for lesson starters, plenaries, cover lessons, maths clubs or end-of-term activities Learning Benefits Develops mathematical fluency and reasoning skills Encourages perseverance and independent problem-solving Promotes engagement through a popular sporting theme Supports collaborative learning and discussion Perfect for teachers looking to combine maths with the excitement of the FIFA World Cup, keeping students motivated while reinforcing key KS3 skills. Age Range: 11–12 years (Year 7 / KS3) Subject: Mathematics Topic: Problem Solving, Reasoning, Codebreaking Activities Theme: England Football Team – FIFA World Cup 2026 filetype: Powerpoint