Sunderland City Council has published two temporary traffic regulation orders ahead of the event, which will be held at the Stadium of Light.
The first order covers the Fanzone event, which will run from August 22 to August 23.
It will see several roads closed to traffic from 10am on August 21 until noon on August 23.
The affected roads are St Mary’s Way, Paley Street, Eden Street West, Garrison Field Road, and Plater Way.
The council has said the closures are necessary to ensure the safety of participants and spectators.
The second order relates to the main event on August 22 and will see a wider area affected.
Roads in the Stadium of Light and Sheepfolds areas will be closed from 12.01am on August 21 until 11.59pm on August 22.
The full list of affected roads is: Sheepfolds North, Sheepfolds Road, Easington Street, Easington Street North, Easington Street North Back, Wilson Street, Wilson Street North Back, Brooke Street, Brooke Street North Back, Millennium Way, Stobart Street, Hay Street, Stadium Way, Vaux Brewery Way, A1018 North Bridge Street Southbound, and Bridge Street Northbound.
Both orders include exemptions for emergency service vehicles and vehicles being used in connection with the event.
The council has said that diversions will be signposted via the adjacent highway network where applicable.
It has also confirmed that the prohibitions will only be in force at the times indicated by the display of traffic signs.
The full public notice can be viewed here.
Members of the public are advised to check the council’s website for further information and updates.
The event will be hosted at the Stadium of Light, with teams from around the world competing for the title.
The Fanzone will offer a range of activities and entertainment for fans throughout the tournament.
Sunderland City Council has urged motorists to plan their journeys in advance and to allow extra time for travel during the event.
The authority has also advised residents and businesses in the affected areas to make alternative arrangements where necessary.
The temporary traffic regulation orders have been made under the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
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