FIFA (International Football Federation) announced on Tuesday (15) that the period of registration for fans interested in participating in the World Cup ticket raffles began in September in September in 2026.
The first date for registration on the entity’s website will be on September 10, when fans will be able to request a chance to buy tickets.
“After the incredible success of the Club World Cup in the United States, the expectation for the World Cup is in new levels,” said FIFA President Gianni Infantino.
“We look forward to welcoming the world back to North America, with Canada, the United States, and Mexico hosting what will be the largest and most important sporting event of all time. We encourage fans from all places to prepare to secure their places – these will be the most coveted seats in world sport,” added the top.
On the official website for the commercialization of tickets there is a recommendation for fans to record interest.
According to the entity, this record of interest ensures that they are informed about ticket sales dates, next steps and processes.
According to FIFA, there will be several distinct stages of ticket sales, where there may be a difference in purchase processes, payment methods and benefits, with the complete details of each phase to be released in the coming months.
According to The New York Times, the entity plans to repeat the model adopted in the Club Cup, with the sale of tickets following a dynamic pricing model, with the values floating according to the demand.
In the “United” candidacy document to host the World Cup, the three countries had an estimate of $ 1.8 billion ($ 10 billion) of revenue from ticket sales. The projection was described as “conservative”.
For now, only tickets that are part of hospitality packages are available, which include exclusive services. Prices range from $ 1,350 ($ 7,500) to $ 73,200 ($ 406,000).
According to FIFA, the expectation is to receive around 6.5 million fans during the competition. In the Club Cup, there were 2.5 million.
The 2026 edition of the World Cup will be the first with 48 teams, compared to Qatar’s in 2022.
“We should draw the 21st century World Cup. Football is not limited to Europe and Latin America,” Infantine said in 2017, when FIFA announced the expansion in the number of teams.
In all, there will be 104 matches played in 16 cities in the three host countries, with the teams divided into 16 groups with three teams each. The first two pass from phase, with the 32 teams, facing themselves in knockout matches.
To date, 13 selections are confirmed. In addition to the three hostesses, ten reached their vacancies through the qualifying disputes.
The Brazilian National Team secured their place in June, with a 1-0 win over Paraguay, confirming their 23rd classification and expanding their record as the only country to participate in all worlds. Largest winner, Brazil will seek its sixth title. The last one was won in 2002, in Korea and Japan.
The other teams that stamped the passport are: Argentina, Australia, Ecuador, Iran, Japan, South Korea, New Zealand, Jordan and Uzbekistan.
FIFA had also announced that the draw to define the group stage clashes will be held in December. The entity did not specify the exact day, nor the place.
The definition of keys to the World Cup can occur even before all classified countries are known. The maximum deadline until the end of all the qualifiers is March 2026.
“The splendor, culture and unique taste of each of our 16 host cities will be in full exhibition while the World Cup shows the world everything that North America has to offer,” said the president of FIFA. “We look forward to welcoming teams and guests from all continents to celebrate the beautiful sport on their most majestic stage.”
Despite the receptive message, doubts about access to united states in the midst of restrictive policies imposed by the government of Donald Trump. Recently, the Republican has banned citizens from 12 countries, except for those who have valid or permanent visa or who have double nationality.
The measure reaches Iran, one of 13 countries that have already secured a place in the World Cup. The veto, however, also provides for exceptions for players, technicians, employees and relatives of members of the Asian selection, but blocks the entry of fans.
The World Cup begins on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at the Azteca Stadium, Mexico City, with the final scheduled for a Sunday, July 19, at Metlife Stadium in New Jersey, even stadium that received the decision of the Chelsea-won club.
