2026 FIFA World Cup ticket sales and resale market pricing

The FIFA World Cup 2026, set to begin on June 11, will feature a record 104 matches across 16 stadiums in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Recently, four tickets for the July 19 final at MetLife Stadium appeared on the official FIFA resale platform priced at $2,299,998.85 each. While FIFA does not set prices for the secondary market, it charges a 15% commission to both buyers and sellers for transactions. Critics have highlighted the high costs of tickets for this tournament compared to previous editions where resale prices were often limited to face value. FIFA defends its pricing model, citing alignment with North American market practices for large-scale entertainment events. Meanwhile, the final "Last-Minute Sales Phase" has commenced, with organizers reporting that over 5 million tickets have already been sold. The tournament is expected to break the 1994 attendance record of 3.5 million spectators due to an increased number of participating teams. FIFA reminds fans that ticket purchases do not guarantee entry into the host countries and advises checking specific travel requirements.