How to buy FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets: Explaining the presale draw, pricing and more for men’s tournament
It’s finally here. The biggest sporting event in the world, the FIFA World Cup, is just around the corner, touching down in the U.S., Canada and Mexico for North America’s first dual host. Want to know how to get tickets for this historic event?
Everyone wants a seat at the World Cup. Whether it’s for defending champion Argentina or the USMNT on its home turf, no match will leave attendance up to the imagination.
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The World Cup will be taken to new heights in 2026 for both players and fans alike. A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, the best place to enjoy every match in the tournament is from right there in the stands.
Want to know how to do just that? The Sporting News is here to explain exactly how you can score tickets to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
How to buy FIFA World Cup tickets 2026
Tickets to the 2026 FIFA World Cup are officially sold through FIFA, who will hold a handful of drawing opportunities ahead of the tournament. Fans must have a FIFA ID to register.
Those interested in attending a match can register for the latest news and ticket information here.
However, passes are not guaranteed for everyone who enters.
You can find more tickets on secondary sites like StubHub. Prices may be higher or lower than face value, and tickets are not guaranteed to be authenticated by FIFA.
When do 2026 FIFA World Cup tickets go on sale?
FIFA will hold four ticket phases for the 2026 World Cup. All phases involve an application process with randomized selection.
The first phase is the Visa Presale Draw, which ran from September 10-19. The second opportunity is during the Early Ticket Draw, which has an open entry period from October 27-31.
The Random Selection Draw occurred on December 5 after the Final Draw, which determined group stage matchups. The final stage of ticket entry will be during the Last-Minute Sales Phase just ahead of the tournament.
How much are 2026 FIFA World Cup tickets?
Prices for 2026 FIFA World Cup tickets will range throughout matchups, venue and round.
The tournament will use dynamic pricing for all its matchups, but tickets on StubHub may not reflect original costs.
As of fall 2025, group stage matchups have a get-in price ranging from $450 to $1,200. Semifinals tickets start at $1,800, third-place match at $1,000 and gold medal match at $5,700.
FIFA World Cup 2026 groups, teams
Participating teams will be finalized in spring 2026. However, the draw is finalized.
Here’s how countries will line up at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
| Group A | A1: Mexico | A2: South Africa | A3: Korea Republic | A4: EUFA D |
| Group B | B1: Canada | B2: UEFA A | B3: Qatar | B4: Switzerland |
| Group C | C1: Brazil | C2: Morocco | C3: Haiti | C4: Scotland |
| Group D | D1: USA | D2: Paraguay | D3: Australia | D4: UEFA C |
| Group E | E1: Germany | E2: Curaçao | E3: Côte d’Ivoire | E4: Ecuador |
| Group F | F1: Netherlands | F2: Japan | F3: EUFA B | F4: Tunisia |
| Group G | G1: Belgium | G2: Egypt | G3: IR Iran | G4: New Zealand |
| Group H | H1: Spain | H2: Cabo Verde | H3: Saudi Arabia | H4: Uruguay |
| Group I | I1: France | I2: Senegal | I3: FIFA Playoff 2 | I4: Norway |
| Group J | J1: Argentina | J2: Algeria | J3: Austria | J4: Jordan |
| Group K | K1: Portugal | K2: FIFA Playoff 1 | K3: Uzbekistan | K4: Colombia |
| Group L | L1: England | L2: Croati | L3: Ghana | L4: Panama |
FIFA World Cup 2026 cities, stadiums
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will see Canada host in two cities, Mexico in three and the U.S. in 11, including all quarterfinals, semifinals and final matches.
Below is a list of all host venues.
USA
- Atlanta Stadium – Atlanta, Georgia
- Boston Stadium – Foxborough, Massachusetts
- Dallas Stadium – Arlington, Texas
- Houston Stadium – Houston, Texas
- Kansas City Stadium – Kansas City, Missouri
- Los Angeles Stadium – Los Angeles, California
- Miami Stadium – Miami Gardens, Florida
- New York New Jersey Stadium – East Rutherford, New Jersey
- Philadelphia Stadium – Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- San Francisco Bay Area Stadium – Santa Clara, California
- Seattle Stadium – Seattle, Washington
Canada
Mexico
FIFA World Cup 2026 schedule
| Round | Dates |
| Group Stage | June 11-27 |
| Round of 32 | June 28-July 3 |
| Round of 16 | July 4-7 |
| Quarterfinals | July 9-11 |
| Semifinals | July 14-15 |
| Bronze Final | July 18 |
| Gold Final | July 19 |
