2026 World Cup Ticket Sales: Final Phase Begins on April 1
The 2026 World Cup tickets will be available to the general public on a first-come, first-served basis starting at 11 a.m. ET on Wednesday, April 1, as announced by FIFA. The "Last-Minute Sales Phase" will kick off after the final six spots at the World Cup are confirmed, with four European teams and two teams from an intercontinental playoff earning berths in playoff finals on Tuesday, March 31. This marks the beginning of the final phase of ticket sales for the tournament co-hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
Fans will have the opportunity to purchase any remaining tickets for World Cup games immediately starting April 1 until the end of the tournament, subject to availability. The recent ticket sales phase from Dec. 11 to Jan. 13 saw over 500 million requests, with successful fans notified starting on Feb. 5. Tickets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis via FIFA.com/tickets, and fans are encouraged to check the website frequently as temporarily unavailable tickets may become available again.
In this final phase of ticket sales, fans will have the option to select specific seats for World Cup games, a departure from previous sales phases where fans could only choose from four categories. Those who purchased tickets in the initial categories will now be able to see the exact location of their tickets for the first time. FIFA is promoting the use of its in-house resale/exchange marketplace for ticket transactions, providing a secure environment for fans to sell or purchase tickets.
The FIFA resale marketplace will open on Thursday, April 2, offering fans a platform to exchange tickets securely. The 2026 World Cup, featuring 48 teams for the first time, will kick off on June 11 in Mexico City and conclude on July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. The tournament will host 104 games across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, with the U.S. hosting 78 matches. The host cities for the 2026 World Cup include various locations across the three co-hosting nations.
In conclusion, the 2026 World Cup ticket sales will enter their final phase on April 1, allowing fans to secure their seats for the historic tournament set to take place across the United States, Mexico, and Canada. With the opportunity to select specific seats and utilize FIFA's resale marketplace, fans can look forward to an exciting and accessible ticketing process for the upcoming World Cup.