Lincoln Financial Field is gearing up to play a significant role in the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, having previously hosted matches during last summer’s Club World Cup. The excitement is building as the World Cup is now just six months away, and the opportunity for fans in Philadelphia to purchase general admission tickets is just around the corner.
From December 11 to January 13, soccer enthusiasts can enter a lottery for the chance to buy tickets to World Cup matches, marking the third phase of ticket sales. This phase follows two earlier lotteries, wherein ticket sales were predominantly driven by interest from fans in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, according to FIFA. In total, supporters from 212 countries have already purchased tickets.
With the matchup and schedule details finalized, this upcoming lottery will be particularly unique, allowing fans to apply for single-game tickets for specific matchups and teams. Notably, the World Cup will unfold in 16 cities across North America, including Philadelphia, which will host six matches. Among the confirmed teams slated to play in the City of Brotherly Love are soccer powerhouses Brazil and France, showcasing some of the best talent the sport has to offer.
For those looking to enter the lottery for tickets, the process begins by creating a FIFA ID at FIFA.com/tickets. The application form will become accessible starting at 11 a.m. on December 11 and will close at 11 a.m. on January 13. Participants need to log in during this timeframe and fill out the random selection draw application form.
Winners will be chosen randomly, and notifications will commence shortly after the lottery period concludes. Successful applicants will receive a designated time to purchase tickets, contingent on availability. This includes access to single-match tickets for all 104 games, along with options specific to certain venues and teams, providing fans in Philadelphia an exciting chance to secure tickets for action at Lincoln Financial Field.
It is important to note that even if fans have applied in earlier lottery phases, they must submit a new application form for this upcoming draw. As anticipation builds for the World Cup, local supporters are reminded to seize this valuable opportunity to be part of a historic sporting event.