The FIFA World Cup 2026 has reached a point of absolute fever pitch, and the global scramble for World Cup tickets has officially broken all historical records.
We are officially in the thick of the dramatic Round of 16, where tournament dreams are forged and heavyweight giants are falling by the wayside.
The bracket has already produced jaw-dropping spectacles: Norway stunned five-time champions Brazil in New York, while a ten-man England squad outlasted co-hosts Mexico 3-2 in an all-time classic thriller at the Azteca Stadium. Their reward? A locked-in, star-studded Quarterfinal blockbuster on Saturday, July 11, in Miami.
Meanwhile, France and Morocco have successfully booked their path to a high-stakes meeting in Boston today.
Full schedule of upcoming World Cup 2026 fixtures
| Date & KO Time | Match Details | Location | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 14, KO 7pm CDT | Semi-Final 1: France vs Spain | Dallas Stadium, USA | Buy Tickets |
| July 15, KO 8pm EDT | Semi-Final 2: England vs Argentina | Atlanta Stadium, USA | Buy Tickets |
| July 18, KO 3pm EDT | 3rd Place Play-Off: France / Spain vs England / Argentina | Miami Stadium, USA | Buy Tickets |
| July 19, KO 3pm EDT | World Cup Final: France / Spain vs England / Argentina | New York New Jersey Stadium, USA | Buy Tickets |
How to buy World Cup 2026 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.
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Can I buy World Cup 2026 resale tickets?
Yes. The FIFA Resale Marketplace is the official channel for secure exchanges and reopened on April 2.
It is accessible via the ticket portal on the FIFA website for international, American, and Canadian residents.
Residents of Mexico should use the FIFA Exchange Marketplace (Mercado de Intercambio de la FIFA), which also reopened to handle local resale transactions under official safeguards.
Secondary marketplaces like StubHub remain a popular and viable option for fans looking for specific seating blocks or entry to the most red-hot fixtures of the tournament.
Make sure to check the T&Cs of the website you're buying from.
How much are FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets?
FIFA previously announced that with dynamic pricing in place, tickets can start as low as $60 for early group-stage matches, but may rise to over $10,000 for the Final.
Prices are likely to fluctuate throughout the various ticket release/sales phases.
Estimates are shown below:
| Stage | Ticket price range |
|---|---|
| Group Stage (excl. host nations) | $60 - $620 |
| Group Stage (US, Canada & Mexico matches) | $75 - $2,735 |
| Round of 32 | $105 - $750 |
| Round of 16 | $170 - $980 |
| Quarter-finals | $275 - $1,775 |
| Semi-finals | $420 - $3,295 |
| Final | $2,030 - $10,875 |
What is the FIFA variable pricing?
FIFA’s ticketing approach aligns with trends across various sports and entertainment sectors, where prices fluctuate to optimize sales and attendance.
FIFA applies variable pricing (along with dynamic pricing) for the World Cup 2026 ticket process, which means prices can fluctuate throughout the various sales phases based on a review of demand and availability for each match.
Ticket prices are subject to change at any moment, which offers more flexibility in navigating potential unforeseen developments.
With FIFA’s World Cup 2026 variable pricing, prices are set flexibly before tickets are offered at each sales phase. However, dynamic pricing will take effect once a sales phase is opened.
Which teams have qualified for the FIFA World Cup 2026?
A total of 211 teams embarked on the journey to the 23rd edition of the FIFA World Cup, with all 48 national team spots now officially filled. This includes the three host nations - Canada, Mexico, and the United States -who qualified automatically.
The final field for the FIFA World Cup 2026 is as follows:
- AFC (Asia): Australia, Iran, Iraq, Japan, Jordan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, Uzbekistan
- CAF (Africa): Algeria, Cape Verde, Congo DR, Egypt, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Morocco, Senegal, South Africa, Tunisia
- CONCACAF (North/Central America & Caribbean): Canada, Curacao, Haiti, Mexico, Panama, United States
- CONMEBOL (South America): Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Uruguay
- OFC (Oceania): New Zealand
- UEFA (Europe): Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Czechia, England, France, Germany, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Scotland, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Türkiye
The qualification process concluded on March 31, 2026, with the final intercontinental and European playoff winners securing their places in the expanded 12-group tournament set to begin this June.
What are the FIFA World Cup 2026 venues?
Back in June 2022, the sixteen FIFA World Cup 2026 host cities were announced (two in Canada, three in Mexico, and eleven in the United States).
| Country | Stadium (City) | World Cup Tournament Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | BC Place (Vancouver) | 54,000 |
| BMO Field (Toronto) | 45,000 | |
| Mexico | Estadio Azteca (Mexico City) | 83,000 |
| Estadio Akron (Guadalajara) | 48,000 | |
| Estadio BBVA (Monterrey) | 53,500 | |
| United States | Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta) | 75,000 |
| Gillette Stadium (Boston) | 65,000 | |
| AT&T Stadium (Dallas) | 94,000 | |
| NRG Stadium, Houston | 72,000 | |
| Arrowhead Stadium (Kansas City) | 73,000 | |
| SoFi Stadium (Los Angeles) | 70,000 | |
| Hard Rock Stadium, Miami | 65,000 | |
| MetLife Stadium, New York | 82,500 | |
| Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia | 69,000 | |
| Levi's Stadium, San Francisco | 71,000 | |
| Lumen Field, Seattle | 69,000 |
When is the FIFA World Cup 2026?
The FIFA World Cup 2026 will take place from June 11 to July 19, 2026, spanning 16 host cities in Canada, Mexico and the United States.
104 matches will be played over 34 days across North America.
For the first time, the tournament will feature 48 teams and be jointly hosted by three nations.
Where is the FIFA World Cup 2026?
The host cities for the FIFA World Cup 2026 are as follows:
- Canada: Toronto and Vancouver
- Mexico: Guadalajara, Mexico City and Monterrey
- United States: Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Miami, New York New Jersey, Philadelphia, San Francisco and Seattle