World Cup ticket application process commences on September 10, as supervised by FIFA
### Ticketing Details for the 2026 World Cup Unveiled
With the highly anticipated 2026 World Cup fast approaching, FIFA has revealed the ticketing details for the global event, which will take place across the United States, Mexico, and Canada. The tournament, set to feature 48 teams and 104 matches, is shaping up to be the biggest and greatest sporting event ever, according to FIFA President Gianni Infantino.
#### Ticket Sales Phases
The ticketing process will commence on September 10, 2025, marking the beginning of a series of phases leading up to the final match on July 19, 2026, in New Jersey. Fans can apply for tickets through a lottery system, with multiple phases scheduled until the tournament's conclusion [1][2][3].
#### Payment Options
While specific payment options have not been detailed, it is implied that only official FIFA channels will be used for secure transactions to prevent scams. Fans are advised to use FIFA's official ticketing platform at fifa.com/tickets [1].
#### Ticket Types
General tickets will be available for purchase, with prices varying by match stage. For instance, the opening match will cost between $353 and $706, while group stage matches will range from $82 to $259 [1]. Prices for the round of 16, quarter-finals, semi-finals, and final have been specified, with the final's prices expected to be higher [1].
Additionally, hospitality packages, which include match tickets and other benefits, will be available for purchase online ahead of the general ticket sale [3].
#### Additional Information
To participate in the ticket lottery, fans must create or have a FIFA ID. This requirement will be necessary for registering interest and applying for tickets [2][3].
FIFA will also provide an official resale platform to ensure secure and fair transactions, avoiding inflated prices from unofficial sellers [1].
The 2026 World Cup is eagerly awaited, with the US set to host the majority of the games, including all games from the quarterfinals onward. However, concerns have been raised about international fans attending due to Trump's immigration policies, including travel bans on 19 countries [1].
The tournament will begin on June 11 in Mexico City, with Argentina claiming their third title in the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. The event served as a test run for the 2026 World Cup, with the FIFA Club World Cup in the US being praised as a "rousing success." The final of the Club World Cup was attended by over 81,000 fans at MetLife Stadium [1].
Furthermore, the popularity of soccer in the United States has surged in recent years, with the arrival of Lionel Messi at Inter Miami in 2023. This development, along with the global enthusiasm generated by the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, promises a passionate and engaged audience for the 2026 World Cup [1].
Fans are urged to pre-register on FIFA's official website for early access to tickets, ensuring they don't miss out on the opportunity to witness this historic event.
Football enthusiasts can start preparing for sports-betting opportunities during the 2026 World Cup, given the tournament's large scale and global interest. Later in the ticketing phases, fans can purchase general tickets for various matches, with prices ranging from $82 to a premium cost for the final.
