1.5 Million Fans From 210 Countries Enter 2026 World Cup Ticket Draw

FIFA announced an overwhelming global response to the 2026 World Cup ticket presale draw, with over 1.5 million fans from 210 countries signing up within the first 24 hours. The highest demand came from fans in the host nations—the United States, Mexico, and Canada—followed by supporters from Argentina, Colombia, Brazil, England, Spain, Portugal, and Germany. Despite technical difficulties and long wait times reported by many fans during sign-up, FIFA assured that the timing of entry does not affect the chances of winning the randomized ticket lottery. Successful applicants will be notified starting September 29 and given specific time slots to purchase tickets beginning October 1, with prices starting at $60 and using dynamic pricing based on market demand. Additional sales phases and draws are scheduled for October, and fans are advised to only buy tickets through FIFA's official website. FIFA emphasized the significance of the event, calling it a watershed moment in football history due to the expanded 48-team format and 104 matches across 16 host cities.