A football frenzy is sweeping North America as the FIFA World Cup 2026 delivers on its promise of chaotic drama, historic upsets, and high-octane knockout matchups.
As the tournament shifts gears from the intense Round of 16 into the decisive Quarter-finals, the bracket is narrowing down to the final four. With footballing giants and historic underdogs fighting tooth and nail across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, the two highly anticipated semi-final encounters are just around the corner.
If you are looking to witness history up close, tickets for the semi-finals are the ultimate hot commodity, but you will need to act fast as secondary markets heat up and official channels remain highly limited.
Let GOAL bring you all the vital ticket, venue, and scheduling information you need for the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals this July.
When are the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals?
| Date | Match | Location | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, July 14 | Semi-final: France / Morocco vs Spain / Belgium | AT&T Stadium (Dallas) | Tickets |
| Wednesday, July 15 | Semi-final: Norway / England vs Argentina / Switzerland | Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta) | Tickets |
How to buy FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final tickets
As of today, the major official World Cup ticket lotteries (including the Visa Presale, Early Ticket Draw, and the post-draw Random Selection Draw) have officially concluded.
With over 500 million requests processed during those phases, primary availability is now at an all-time low.
Here's what you need to know at a glance:
- The Last-Minute Sales Phase is currently live, having launched on April 1. Unlike previous rounds, this is not a lottery. Tickets are being sold on a strictly first-come, first-served basis with immediate confirmation. This represents the final opportunity to purchase official tickets directly from FIFA.
- The Official FIFA Resale Marketplace is also open. This platform is now the primary authorized destination for fans to buy and sell verified tickets at regulated prices as the tournament approaches.
- Alternatively, fans may look to secondary marketplaces like StubHub for last-minute tickets. Remember to check the T&Cs of any secondary sites for tickets you're buying.
What to expect from the World Cup semi-finals 2026?
The FIFA World Cup has officially returned to North America for the first time since USA '94. Thirty years ago, despite soccer's lower profile in the region, that tournament shattered attendance metrics to become one of the most commercially successful iterations in history.
Now, the Americas are hosting a massive, newly expanded 48-team extravaganza that is already delivering unprecedented drama. The current bracket is narrowing down as the tournament heads deep into the high-stakes knockout rounds.
It is a far cry from the script of the 2022 World Cup semi-finals in Qatar, where Lionel Messi and Julián Álvarez safely guided Argentina past Croatia with a 3–0 shutout, and France ended Morocco’s fairytale with a clinical 2–0 win. This year, the open bracket structure has invited unpredictable chaos, ensuring that the final four matchups will be anyone's game.
The pinnacle of this North American journey is quickly approaching. The two highly anticipated semi-final encounters will take place on consecutive nights:
- Semi-Final 1: Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at Dallas Stadium (AT&T Stadium) in Arlington, Texas.
- Semi-Final 2: Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at Atlanta Stadium (Mercedes-Benz Stadium) in Atlanta, Georgia.
With ticket demand surging across the host cities, fans have a historic opportunity to secure their seats on the direct path to the MetLife Stadium final on July 19.
Can you get FIFA World Cup 2026 resale tickets?
If you are looking for an official and secure way to resell/exchange your FIFA World Cup 26 tickets, the FIFA Resale/Exchange Marketplace is the official channel for doing so. The Marketplace opened on October 2 and be accessed via FIFA.com/tickets.
The FIFA Resale Marketplace is available to Canadian, American and international residents, while the FIFA Exchange Marketplace (Mercado de Intercambio de la FIFA) is intended for residents of Mexico.
One key point for resale buyers: availability can be very limited, and tickets may appear sporadically. Fans hoping to secure resale tickets should check the platform frequently, act quickly when tickets appear, and have payment details ready in advance.
It's also worth checking out secondary resellers, such as StubHub, if you're looking for FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets. Prices on secondary platforms are subject to availability and demand.
How much are FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final tickets?
Ticket prices for the World Cup 2026 vary by seating category as follows:
- Category 1: The most expensive, located in the lower seating tier.
- Category 2: Spans both upper and lower tiers outside Category 1 areas.
- Category 3: Mainly in the upper tier, beyond Categories 1 and 2.
- Category 4: The most affordable, located in the upper tier outside the other categories.
Prices will fluctuate throughout the various ticket releases/sales phases, but seats for the two semi-finals originally ranged from $420-$2780, depending on the venue, as shown below:
| Venue | Tickets |
|---|---|
| AT&T Stadium (Dallas) | $455 - $2780 |
| Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta) | $420 - $2565 |
On secondary resale sites such as StubHub, fans can secure FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final tickets from $1181 upwards.
What are the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final venues?
| Stadium (City) | Capacity |
|---|---|
| AT&T Stadium (Dallas) | 70,122 |
| Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta) | 67,382 |