FIFA has announced that over one million tickets have been sold for the eagerly awaited 2026 World Cup after the completion of the pre-sales phase led by Visa. This pre-sales period, which began in mid-September, witnessed enthusiastic fans from 212 different countries and territories purchasing tickets.
The main demand for tickets has come from the residents of the three host countries: the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Fans from England, Germany, Brazil, Spain, Colombia, Argentina, and France have also shown significant interest. FIFA President Gianni Infantino expressed his delight at this milestone, stating, “What an exciting milestone on the road to 2026. Today we celebrate surpassing the one-million-ticket mark after the Visa pre-sales, a fantastic proof that the most ambitious and inclusive FIFA World Cup ever is generating huge global excitement.”
With 28 teams already confirmed for the tournament, the 2026 World Cup will make history as the first to feature 48 teams competing in a total of 104 matches across 16 cities in the three host nations. The upcoming public sales phase, starting on October 27, will provide a range of ticket options, including individual match tickets as well as stadium-specific and team-specific packages.
This World Cup is poised to be a transformative event for international football, fostering connections among diverse cultures through their mutual love of the game. Previous announcements have underscored the excitement surrounding the tournament, highlighting a continued commitment to inclusivity and unity.
As cities across North America prepare for the arrival of fans and the celebratory experiences that await, the optimistic atmosphere surrounding the 2026 World Cup illustrates football’s remarkable power to unite people in celebration of this cherished sport.