The FIFA World Cup is returning to North America for the first time since USA '94.
With the tournament expanded to 48 teams for the first time, it’s set to be bigger and better than ever. Unsurprisingly, ticket demand is going to be red hot as the biggest tournament in sports, hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada, approaches on June 11, 2026.
Let GOAL take you through all the latest World Cup 2026 ticket information, including when they go on sale and how much they cost.
Last Minute Ticket Sales World Cup ticket news: Everything you need to know
As of April 1, 2026, FIFA has officially launched the Last-Minute Sales Phase.
Unlike the earlier lottery-based draws, this final window operates on a strictly first-come, first-served basis.
Following this, secondary marketplaces and the FIFA Official Resale Marketplace (which reopened on April 2, 2026) will be the only places you can buy a World Cup ticket.
With over three million tickets remaining for this phase out of the total seven million available, fans will be desperate to get their hands on a World Cup ticket.
List of World Cup 2026 fixtures: Opening games, semi-finals, World Cup final tickets, and more
| Stage | Dates | Cities | Teams | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group A | June 11 – 27 | Mexico City, Guadalajara, Monterrey, Atlanta | Mexico, South Africa, South Korea, Czech Republic | Tickets |
| Group B | June 11 – 27 | Toronto, Vancouver, San Francisco, Los Angeles | Canada, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Qatar, Switzerland | Tickets |
| Group C | June 11 – 27 | New York New Jersey, Boston, Philadelphia, Miami | Brazil, Morocco, Haiti, Scotland | Tickets |
| Group D | June 11 – 27 | Los Angeles, Vancouver, Seattle, San Francisco | United States, Paraguay, Australia, Turkey | Tickets |
| Group E | June 11 – 27 | Houston, Philadelphia, Toronto, Kansas City | Germany, Curaçao, Ivory Coast, Ecuador | Tickets |
| Group F | June 11 – 27 | Dallas, Monterrey, Houston, Kansas City | Netherlands, Japan, Sweden, Tunisia | Tickets |
| Group G | June 11 – 27 | Seattle, Los Angeles, Vancouver | Belgium, Egypt, Iran, New Zealand | Tickets |
| Group H | June 11 – 27 | Atlanta, Miami, Houston, Guadalajara | Spain, Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia, Uruguay | Tickets |
| Group I | June 11 – 27 | New York New Jersey, Boston, Philadelphia, Toronto | France, Senegal, Iraq, Norway | Tickets |
| Group J | June 11 – 27 | Kansas City, San Francisco, Dallas | Argentina, Algeria, Austria, Jordan | Tickets |
| Group K | June 11 – 27 | Houston, Mexico City, Guadalajara, Miami | Portugal, DR Congo, Uzbekistan, Colombia | Tickets |
| Group L | June 11 – 27 | Dallas, Toronto, Boston, Philadelphia | England, Croatia, Ghana, Panama | Tickets |
| Round of 32 | June 28 – July 3 | All Host Cities (Excluding GDL & MTY) | TBC | Tickets |
| Round of 16 | July 4 – July 7 | Vancouver, Seattle, Mexico City, Houston, Dallas, Atlanta, Philadelphia, New York New Jersey | TBC | Tickets |
| Quarter-Final | July 9 – 11 | Boston, Los Angeles, Miami, Kansas City | TBC | Tickets |
| Semi-Final | July 14 – 15 | Dallas, Atlanta | TBC | Tickets |
| 3rd Place | July 18 | Miami | TBC | Tickets |
| Final | July 19 | New York New Jersey | TBC | Tickets |
When 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.
How to buy World Cup 2026 tickets?
Supporters must use the official FIFA ticketing portal for all primary purchases.
Because the current Last-Minute phase operates in real-time, you should ensure your FIFA ID is active, and your payment methods are saved, as remaining inventory for high-profile matches in cities like New York and Los Angeles is selling out within minutes of being released.
Completed Sales Phases
- Visa Presale Draw: (September 2025) The first exclusive window for Visa cardholders is complete.
- Early Ticket Draw: (October 2025) The domestic exclusivity period for residents of the US, Canada, and Mexico has concluded.
- Random Selection Draw: (December 2025 – January 2026) The largest sales phase following the final tournament draw is finished, with all successful applicants notified and charged.
Last-Minute Sales Phase
This is the final official primary sales window.
Any tickets remaining from previous phases, along with unallocated federation holds, are being released back into the system. Because these are "real-time" transactions, you will know immediately if your purchase was successful upon checkout.
FIFA Resale & Exchange Marketplace
If you missed the primary draws, this is your safest official secondary option. This is the only FIFA-authorized platform for fans to safely exchange tickets.
FIFA warns that tickets purchased on unauthorized third-party sites may be cancelled without refund, so the Resale Marketplace is highly recommended for secure transactions.
Secondary Marketplaces
If official channels are exhausted, fans can turn to the secondary marketplace on sites like StubHub.
While these offer a reliable second chance at sold-out seats, prices are driven by market demand and can be significantly higher than face value for knockout stage matches.
Where to buy World Cup 2026 tickets?
The primary and most reliable place to secure seats is the official FIFA ticketing portal. Fans must have a registered FIFA ID to participate in the live First-Come, First-Served releases.
Prices currently range from approximately $60 for early group-stage games to over $6,000 for Category 1 seats at the Final at MetLife Stadium.
Beyond initial releases, the FIFA Resale and Exchange Marketplace is now open as the only FIFA-approved platform for fan-to-fan transfers. Availability here is sporadic; fans are encouraged to check the portal multiple times a day as tickets are listed by other supporters in real-time.
For fans who require tickets for specific dates or high-demand fixtures that are no longer appearing on the official portal, secondary ticketing websites like StubHub or Ticombo offer the most flexibility, though at a premium. Always ensure you are using a platform with a strong buyer guarantee.
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 as high as $6,730 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 - $7,875 |
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.
How to get FIFA World Cup 2026 hospitality tickets?
You can experience the best of the FIFA World Cup 2026 with complete hospitality packages featuring premium tickets, food & beverage, and beyond, which are available across all three host nations.
Single Match
- Group Stage: Any 1 non-host nation team match (no CAN, MEX, USA)
- Round of 32/Round of 16/Bronze Final: Any 1 match
- Hospitality options: Pitchside Lounge, VIP, Trophy Lounge, Champions Club, FIFA Pavilion
- Starting at $1,400 USD / per person
Venue Series
- Watch every match at the venue of your choice.
- Includes 4-9 matches, depending on venue
- All match days and stages are eligible
- Hospitality options: Pitchside Lounge, VIP, Trophy Lounge, Champions Club, FIFA Pavilion
- Starting at $8,275 USD / per person
Follow My Team
- See your team in action at every early-stage match, regardless of location.
- All 3 Group-Stage matches and 1 Round-of-32 match
- All match days and locations are eligible
- Follow My Team is not available at this time for host nation teams (Canada, Mexico, U.S.)
- Hospitality options: FIFA Pavilion
- Starting at $6,750 USD / per person
Private Suites and Platinum Access are also available for corporate or VIP groups looking for the most exclusive options.
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) | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | BC Place (Vancouver) | 48,821 |
| BMO Field (Toronto) | 72,766 | |
| Mexico | Estadio Banorte (Mexico City) | 48,821 |
| Estadio Akron (Guadalajara) | 44,330 | |
| Estadio BBVA (Monterrey) | 50,113 | |
| United States | Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta) | 67,382 |
| Gillette Stadium (Boston) | 63,815 | |
| AT&T Stadium (Dallas) | 70,122 | |
| NRG Stadium, Houston | 68,311 | |
| Arrowhead Stadium (Kansas City) | 67,513 | |
| SoFi Stadium (Los Angeles) | 69,650 | |
| Hard Rock Stadium, Miami | 64,091 | |
| MetLife Stadium, New York | 78,576 | |
| Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia | 65,827 | |
| Levi's Stadium, San Francisco | 69,391 | |
| Lumen Field, Seattle | 65,123 |
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