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The World Cup AI Visibility Research

When World Cup fans ask AI how to stay connected, Verizon is the 3rd name it says.

But there is still room to win

We tracked and analyzed 30 real fan questions about Mobile Plans / eSIM / Roaming for the 2026 World Cup across five leading AI engines (ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, Google AI Overviews and Claude), one slice of a 900-prompt study spanning 30 fan categories. Here is exactly where Verizon landed.

The leaderboard

Who AI recommends for World Cup Mobile Plans / eSIM / Roaming

Verizon ranks #3 of 15 Mobile Plans / eSIM / Roaming brands by share of AI answers.

Mention share across 5 AI engines
1Airalo32.7%
2T-Mobile30.7%
3Verizon30.0%
4AT&T30.0%
5Holafly20.0%
6Nomad16.7%
7ByteSIM14.7%
8WhatsApp13.3%
9Telcel10.7%
10GigSky9.3%
11ExpressVPN9.3%
12Saily8.7%
13Rogers8.7%
14Keepgo8.0%
15Sim Local7.3%
Bar length = mentions relative to #1. Value = share of all answers.
The wider picture

Where Verizon has room to win, 1 more World Cup categories

Verizon leads Mobile Plans / eSIM / Roaming, but the tournament is 30 categories wide. Here is where it ranks across the rest, and where the position is still open. Amber is a close race, red is wide open.

Sponsorship / Brand Association#10 of 1521.1%
Every question we asked

All 30 fan questions, and where Verizon showed up

The exact questions fans ask AI about Mobile Plans / eSIM / Roaming. Verizon appeared in 22 of 30. The other 8 are open territory: a rival owns the answer, Verizon is absent.

✓What's the best eSIM for a World Cup trip across the US, Canada, and Mexico?Gemini
✓What's the best way to have mobile data during the World Cup?AI OverviewClaude
·Which mobile setup is best for streaming matches on the go during the World Cup?Not mentioned
✓What's the best international phone plan for a month of World Cup travel?AI OverviewGeminiClaude
✓What's the best data plan for heavy social media use during World Cup matches?ChatGPTGeminiClaude
·Should I set up an eSIM before leaving for the World Cup or buy one when I land?Not mentioned
·How much mobile data do I actually need for a two-week World Cup trip?Not mentioned
·How do I keep my home number active while using a travel eSIM at the World Cup?Not mentioned
✓What should I set up on my phone before traveling internationally for the World Cup?Gemini
✓What's the cheapest way to stay connected during the World Cup?ChatGPT
✓Is roaming with my home carrier cheaper than buying a local SIM for the World Cup?GeminiClaude
✓How do I avoid surprise roaming charges during World Cup travel?AI OverviewGemini
✓Are unlimited international data plans worth it for the World Cup?GeminiClaude
✓What's the most reliable connectivity setup for someone working remotely during a World Cup trip?AI Overview
✓What's the best mobile setup for a family of four traveling to the World Cup?GeminiClaude
✓How can a group of friends share data or hotspots at World Cup venues?AI OverviewClaude
✓Will my phone from abroad work on US networks during the World Cup?AI OverviewChatGPTGeminiClaude
✓Do international fans need to unlock their phones before buying a SIM for the World Cup?Perplexity
✓What's the best mobile option for fans crossing between Mexico, the US, and Canada for matches?Claude
✓Is stadium wifi reliable at World Cup venues, or do I need strong mobile data?Claude
✓Will mobile networks be overloaded near stadiums on match days?ChatGPTPerplexity
✓Where can I buy a SIM card on arrival in a World Cup host city?AI OverviewGeminiClaude
·Is public wifi at airports and fan zones safe to use during the World Cup?Not mentioned
·How do I protect my phone and accounts if my device gets stolen at the World Cup?Not mentioned
·Can I activate an eSIM in minutes if I just landed for the World Cup?Not mentioned
·What's the easiest way to get connected if my flight lands an hour before kickoff?Not mentioned
✓eSIM versus physical SIM versus roaming for World Cup travel: how do I choose?ChatGPTClaude
✓What should I compare between travel eSIM providers before the World Cup?Gemini
✓Where can I find reliable coverage maps for World Cup host cities?ChatGPTGeminiClaude
✓Which telecom brands are most associated with big sports tournaments?AI OverviewChatGPTGeminiPerplexityClaude
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