With less than a year to go until the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off, fans are gearing up to secure their spots at the biggest football celebration in history.
For the first time, the tournament will be held across three countries – the United States, Canada, and Mexico – and it will be the largest World Cup ever, featuring 48 teams competing for the iconic trophy.
Matches will take place in 16 cities, giving fans countless chances to see top international football and watch some of the sport’s biggest stars live on the pitch. Here’s everything you need to know about getting your tickets.
When Do Tickets Go On Sale?
Tickets for the 2026 World Cup will be sold in three phases.
- Phase 1: Pre-sale Draw
The first phase begins Wednesday, September 10 at 11 a.m. ET. Fans aged 18 and older can enter the pre-sale draw through FIFA’s official website after creating a FIFA ID and registering with a Visa card.
Entries will remain open until Friday, September 19. Successful applicants, selected at random, will be notified and can purchase tickets starting September 29.
Those who win the draw will be assigned a time slot for ticket purchases starting October 1. Tickets for all 104 matches will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Prices start at $60 for group-stage matches and rise to $6,730 for the final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. - Phase 2: Early Ticket Draw
The second phase is expected to begin in late October, with registration open between October 27 and October 31. Like the first phase, successful applicants will be selected randomly and given a time slot to buy tickets, likely from mid-November to early December. - Phase 3: Random Selection Draw
The third phase begins December 5, after the tournament groups and schedule are announced. Fans can apply for specific matches during this phase.
FIFA has also confirmed that any remaining tickets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis closer to the tournament. A secure resale platform will be provided to protect fans from unauthorized resale, following federal and local regulations.
Some hospitality packages for certain venues are already on sale, offering fans another way to secure their place at the 2026 World Cup.
