As excitement builds for the FIFA World Cup 2026, ticket sales are underway in structured phases, and demand has far outstripped supply. Fans around the world have submitted ticket requests in record numbers, with over 150 million applications received during major draw phases that began in late 2025, making the competition for seats one of the highest ever seen for the tournament.
The ticketing process has included early Visa presale draws, random selection lotteries, and upcoming first‑come, first‑served sales, all designed to manage interest across matches throughout the event, which runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026 across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
World Cup ticket pricing has also attracted attention and controversy as supporters react to both official prices and skyrocketing resale values.
While FIFA’s official sales platform remains the safest way to secure match access, resale markets have seen significant price escalation as the tournament approaches, with certain high‑demand games trading at many times their original face value.
Supporter groups and fans have criticised rising costs, and some national associations have called for measures to make attendance more accessible.
FIFA continues to release tickets in phases through its official ticketing portal at FIFA.com/tickets, and remains focused on ensuring legitimate access, while monitoring demand and making inventory available in remaining sale windows, including last‑minute allocations and official resale/exchange marketplaces.
Fans are advised to follow official channels closely and prepare for competitive sales ahead of the tournament’s kickoff in June.
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