2026 World Cup: FIFA begins second phase of ticket sales
FIFA has officially launched the second phase of ticket sales for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, putting over one million additional tickets up for sale as anticipation builds ahead of the historic tournament in North America.
The new phase, which began on Monday, will run until Friday, featuring a domestic exclusivity window for residents of the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Fans whose entries are selected in this draw will have priority access to single-match tickets for games hosted in their respective countries.
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Massive Global Interest in World Cup Tickets
According to Heimo Schirgi, FIFA’s Chief Operating Officer for the 2026 World Cup, interest in tickets has been “massive” both globally and within the host nations.
“This second phase, with its host country exclusivity time slot, allows us to thank local fans while ensuring a fair opportunity for global supporters as well,” Schirgi said.
Fans from the host nations have until Friday to enter the draw. Selected winners will receive a purchase window between November 12 and 15. A global sales round will then open from November 17, with further ticket phases expected in 2025.
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Fans from 212 Countries Already in the Mix
So far, residents from the U.S., Canada, and Mexico lead in ticket purchases, followed by supporters from England, Germany, Brazil, Spain, Colombia, Argentina, and France. FIFA revealed that over one million tickets have already been sold to fans from 212 countries.
Record-Breaking Tournament Ahead
The 2026 World Cup, co-hosted by the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, will be the largest in history, featuring 48 teams, 104 matches, and an estimated 7.1 million available seats across 16 venues.
Ticket prices start at $60 for select matches, while premium seats, including those for the U.S. opening match in Inglewood, California, are priced between $560 and $2,735.
In a first for the World Cup, FIFA will employ dynamic pricing, meaning ticket costs could rise or fall based on demand. Some resale listings for premium matches have already exceeded $60,000.
A New Era for Global Football
The tournament kicks off on June 12, 2026, marking the start of a new era in global football as the World Cup returns to North America for the first time since 1994.
