At the midpoint of the current Random Selection Draw ticketing phase, the FIFA World Cup 2026™ has surpassed previous records, with over 150 million ticket requests received from fans in more than 200 countries.
The results of the current phase, which commenced on Thursday, December 11, 2025, indicate that the FIFA World Cup 2026 has received over 30 times the number of verified individual credit card submissions compared to the available tickets. This demand also exceeds the total attendance across all 964 matches from the 22 previous editions of the tournament since 1930 by a factor of 3.4.
The FIFA World Cup, a premier international football event, will be held from Thursday, June 11, 2026, through Sunday, July 19, 2026. The tournament will take place across 16 host cities in Canada, Mexico, and the United States, featuring 48 teams competing in a total of 104 matches.
“The FIFA World Cup 2026 is set to be the greatest and most inclusive show on the planet,” said FIFA President Gianni Infantino. “With more than 150 million tickets already requested in only the first 15 days, making this edition 30 times oversubscribed – a true showcase of incredible demand from fans from over 200 countries.”
“This overwhelming response from passionate fans is a true representation of how our game is loved globally – we are going to make history in North America when we bring the world together like never before in a celebration of unity and the best of football.”
The global football championship will be held from Thursday, June 11, 2026, through Sunday, July 19, 2026, across 16 host cities in Canada, Mexico, and the United States. The event will feature 48 teams competing in a total of 104 matches.
The Random Selection Draw ticketing phase will remain open until Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at 11:00 AM ET (17:00 CET). The timing of a ticket request within this period does not influence the odds of being selected. Fans may submit entries and find full details at FIFA.com/tickets. After the closure of this phase, a draw will be conducted to ensure all participants have an equal opportunity. Those not selected will have the option to purchase tickets during future sales phases when additional tickets become available.
Ticket prices will remain consistent throughout this sales phase. Fans with an existing FIFA ID are advised to log in using their credentials and then participate in the Random Selection Draw, regardless of previous entries in prior ticket draws. For individuals without a FIFA ID, an account must be created at FIFA.com/tickets, the official and authorized platform for purchasing tickets to the FIFA World Cup 2026™, in order to proceed.
On Tuesday, December 16, 2025, FIFA announced the introduction of a dedicated ticket pricing tier to enhance affordability for fans attending the tournament. The new Supporter Entry Tier will be available at a fixed price of USD 60 per ticket for all 104 matches, including the final, making it easier for fans to support their teams during this premier event.
Fans of a particular national team may also qualify to apply for Participating Member Association (PMA) Supporter tickets at FIFA.com/tickets, provided they meet their PMA’s eligibility requirements. Each PMA establishes its own criteria for recognizing fans as PMA supporters and develops its own application process for PMA Supporter tickets.
Fans interested in securing immediate access to specific match-ups and seeking a premium, elevated matchday experience may purchase hospitality packages, which include match tickets, through FIFA.com/hospitality via On Location, the Official Hospitality Partner of the FIFA World Cup 2026™.
Additionally, fans may consider all-inclusive travel packages offered by Qatar Airways, which encompass match tickets, transportation, hotel accommodations, and flights.
As a nonprofit organization, FIFA reinvests the revenue generated from the FIFA World Cup to promote the growth of men’s, women’s, and youth football across its 211 Member Associations. FIFA anticipates reinvesting over 90% of its budgeted funds for the 2023-2026 cycle into the development of the sport, with the goal of significantly advancing football worldwide. A comprehensive overview of FIFA’s investment budget for the FIFA World Cup can be found on FIFA.com.
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