Cookie Media’s Unstoppable Journey Through FIFA World Cup 2026 and Beyond
The FIFA World Cup 2026 has officially ended, marking the conclusion of an intense, action-packed journey. For the past four months, Cookie Media has been working tirelessly around the clock with tapmad, delivering seamless content and operations across a wide spectrum of sports and entertainment events.
Our journey began with the Pakistan vs Bangladesh Series, followed by the high-octane PSL 2026, and culminated in the grand spectacle of FIFA World Cup 2026. Each day was an exercise in planning, problem-solving, and flawless execution. From early morning discussions to late-night operations, the entire Cookie Media team remained dedicated to fulfilling every requirement and achieving every milestone.
A Wide Spectrum of Coverage
During this period, Cookie Media covered an impressive array of sports, entertainment, and global events:
Football: FIFA World Cup 2026, AFC Champions League Elite 2025/26, AFC Champions League Two 2025/26, AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027, AFC U-20, AFC U-17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026, AFC U-17 Women’s Asian Cup China 2026, AFC Women’s Champions League 2025/26, DFB Pokal, PFL 2026, PFL Africa 2026, and Kick Off.
Cricket: Pakistan vs Zimbabwe, Pakistan vs Bangladesh Test Series, Pakistan vs Australia, West Indies vs Sri Lanka, India vs Afghanistan, India vs Ireland T20, New Zealand vs Ireland, Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh (Test, T20 & ODI), Sri Lanka Tour of West Indies 2026, New Zealand Tour of West Indies 2026, Pakistan Tour of West Indies 2026, and Bangladesh Tour of Zimbabwe 2026.
Other Sports & Entertainment: Nordic Smash, Wimbledon, World Downhill Skateboarding Championship (WDSC) 2026, 3ICE World Cup Belfast 2026, Esports World Cup 2026 (EWC), Free Fire, Valorant, RapIcon, Silly Point, Pakistan’s Got Talent, and Game On Hai.
FIFA World Cup 2026: A Marathon of Dedication
FIFA World Cup coverage presented a unique challenge—38 days of nonstop effort, pressure, coordination, and execution. It demanded complete dedication, teamwork, and commitment from every individual involved.
The results spoke for themselves. Even without extensive promotion, Cookie Media’s exceptional performance caught the attention of various OTT platforms and networks, showcasing the quality, consistency, and reliability of our operations.
Recognizing the Team Behind the Magic
A huge thank you to tapmad, especially Javed Pasha sb, Yassir Pasha, Aly Rana, Bilal Naushad, Ali Altaf, Masooda, Ayra, Habib Khan, Abdullah Chapra, Rafia, Hamza, Rafay, and the entire tapmad team for trusting us with their content operations.
Special shoutouts go to:
- Muhammad Hassaan, for unwavering support and coordination throughout the journey.
- Rameez Raja, Manager OTT, whose tireless work ensured smooth operations across multiple events, handling last-minute changes, team follow-ups, and daily execution.
- The Cookie Media OTT Wing: Zain, Sarfaraz, Uzair, Mohib, and Manhar, for their dedication and resilience.
- Arooba, who supported both the OTT Wing and the War Room whenever needed.
- Aliza, Manager War Room, for her outstanding planning and coordination under high-pressure conditions.
- Shahzaib Rao, Manager Growth & Strategy, for quickly integrating into the team and streamlining workflows.
- Mohtashim, Manager IT, whose technical expertise enabled flawless multi-stream operations and simultaneous SRT handling.
- Hamza Iqbal, for rapid, high-quality content editing under extreme deadlines.
- War Room Team: Abban, Ahmer, Arish, Hamza, Usama, Mustafa, and Faakhir, for their unwavering support during critical phases.
Even during high-pressure days like 9th and 10th Muharram, the team stayed day and night in the office to ensure uninterrupted content delivery, reflecting the true spirit of teamwork at Cookie Media.
Looking Forward
This journey was not easy, but together, we delivered, learned, and continually raised the standard with each event. The experience has only strengthened our capabilities and teamwork.
We are proud of the entire Cookie Media team for their commitment, ownership, and exceptional performance. Now, as one milestone closes, we gear up for the next challenge—continuing to innovate, deliver, and set new benchmarks in content operations.
On to the next milestone. 🚀
