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FIFA World Cup 2026: Over 500M Ticket Requests Pour In!
15 Jan
Summary
- Over 500 million ticket requests received for the 2026 World Cup.
- Most requests came from fans outside host nations: US, Mexico, Canada.
- FIFA will offer $60 tickets to federations for fan distribution.
FIFA has been overwhelmed by fan interest for the 2026 World Cup, reporting over 500 million ticket requests. This massive demand extends beyond the host nations of the United States, Mexico, and Canada, with significant interest from Germany, England, Brazil, Spain, Portugal, Argentina, and Colombia.
The organizing body acknowledged the high ticket prices, some reaching up to $8,680. As a measure to ensure accessibility, FIFA announced plans to offer 48 national federations $60 tickets for every game. These federations will then be responsible for distributing these more affordable tickets to their most loyal fans.
Fans interested in attending specific matches will be notified of their application status no earlier than February 5, 2026. FIFA plans to allocate tickets randomly for games where demand surpasses availability, ensuring a fair distribution process for this highly anticipated global event.
