Overview
- FIFA says it has received more than 150 million ticket requests in the first 15 days of sales for the 2026 tournament, with applications from over 200 countries.
- The Random Selection Draw runs from Dec. 11 to Jan. 13 for an estimated 6–7 million seats, leaving demand roughly 30 times above supply.
- Gianni Infantino argues higher prices are justified by unprecedented interest and says ticket revenue will be reinvested into the sport worldwide.
- Fan groups continue to criticise costs as far higher than 2022, prompting FIFA to add a limited $60 supporter tier alongside existing categories.
- U.S. fans have made the most requests, followed by Germany and the U.K., as FIFA also unveils a new partnership to stage its Best Awards in Dubai next year.