Key Takeaways:
- World Cup final ticket prices ranging from $2,030 for the least expensive seats to $6,730 for the most premium category
- FIFA has confirmed ticket sales will launch next summer across the USA, Canada, and Mexico, with initial allocations determined by a lottery and notification via email
- A total of 4.5 million applications for tickets have already been submitted
Ticket Pricing Across the Tournament
FIFA has officially disclosed the ticket pricing structure for the 2026 World Cup, with the most sought-after seats for the final at New Jersey’s stadium set at $6,730 and the lowest-priced tickets costing $2,030. For the group stage, prices start at $60 and rise to $620, while opening match tickets in Mexico will range from $745 to $1,825, according to The Athletic.
Ticket prices for the 2026 FIFA World Cup are being revealed as presale begins.
• Final at MetLife: $2,030-$6,730
• USMNT opener at SoFi: $1,120-$2,735
• Canada opener in Toronto: $355-$1,750
• Round of 16 games: $185-$640(via @TheAthletic) pic.twitter.com/XOSe8uMs8C
— Front Office Sports (@FOS) October 1, 2025
Group Stage Ticket Structure
Supporters will be able to choose from a four-tier category system for their matchday tickets. The priciest group stage tickets, excluding those for matches featuring the USA, will be at venues situated in Inglewood, San Francisco, and New Jersey. The detailed price bands for group stage matches are outlined below.
| Category | Price Range (USD) |
|---|---|
| Category 1 | $410 – $620 |
| Category 2 | $310 – $465 |
| Category 3 | $140 – $215 |
| Category 4 | $60 – $105 |
Final Match Ticket Breakdown
For the highly anticipated final at New Jersey, the ticket categories and their respective prices have been set as follows:
| Category | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Category 1 | $6,730 |
| Category 2 | $4,210 |
| Category 3 | $2,790 |
| Category 4 | $2,030 |
Sales Launch and Demand
FIFA has revealed that tickets for the 2026 World Cup will go on sale next summer in the host nations of the USA, Canada, and Mexico. The first recipients will be drawn via a lottery process and notified by email. Interest in the tournament is already intense, with 4.5 million ticket applications reportedly submitted.
