FIFA World Cup 2026 Ticket Presale: What Fans Need to Know
The countdown is officially on, and excitement is already building for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. With less than a year to go, the first ticket presale has been opened, giving fans a chance to secure their seats for what will be the biggest World Cup in history. For the first time ever, the tournament is being hosted across three countries — the United States, Canada, and Mexico — and it will also feature the largest field of teams, with 48 nations competing. That means more matches, more cities, and more opportunities for fans to experience world-class football live.
Now, here’s the key part: the ticketing process. FIFA has broken this into three phases, and the first one has already started. Fans who are at least 18 years old and hold a FIFA ID can register on the official FIFA website. Visa cardholders get priority access too. The presale runs until September 19, and after that, tickets won’t just be handed out on a first-come basis. Instead, names will be drawn randomly, and those lucky enough to be selected will get a time slot starting from October 1 to actually purchase their tickets. At that stage, tickets for all 104 matches will be available, but fans will need to move quickly since it’s first-come, first-served once the purchase window opens.
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Prices vary widely, depending on which game you’re aiming for. Group-stage tickets start at around $60, but if you’re dreaming of being in the stands for the grand final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, expect prices that climb as high as $6,730. That final match will surely be the hottest ticket in town, and competition to get in will be fierce.
Phase two will follow in late October, with an “Early Ticket Draw.” Registration for that is expected to take place between October 27 and 31, again using the same randomized selection system. Fans who are chosen will then be allowed to purchase tickets between mid-November and early December.
Finally, after the World Cup group draw on December 5, phase three will begin. This is called the “Random Selection Draw,” and it will let fans apply for tickets to specific matches, once the full tournament schedule is known. Any leftover tickets after these phases will eventually be sold on a first-come, first-served basis closer to kickoff. To prevent scams or inflated resale prices, FIFA is also setting up an official resale platform, so fans can buy and sell tickets safely and within regulations.
In addition, hospitality tickets for certain venues are already available, so some fans may lock in premium experiences well ahead of time.
In short, the road to the World Cup is officially underway, and getting tickets will take both preparation and luck. With matches spread across 16 cities and football’s biggest stars set to compete, this is shaping up to be the most accessible and yet most competitive ticket chase in FIFA history. If you’re hoping to be part of it, now’s the time to register, stay alert for your slot, and get ready for what promises to be an unforgettable summer of football.
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