A fresh allocation of tickets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be made available on Wednesday, 22 April, organisers have confirmed, as anticipation builds with just 50 days remaining before the tournament begins.
The global governing body said tickets for all 104 matches will go on sale via its official platform, with the latest phase opening at 11:00 Eastern Time (16:00 GMT). Sales will be conducted exclusively online, with supporters required to purchase through FIFA’s designated ticketing website.
The release comes amid exceptionally high demand, with millions of tickets already sold. FIFA reports indicate that more than five million seats have been secured so far out of an estimated total of approximately seven million available for the tournament.
Fans attempting to secure tickets in this latest phase will be able to choose from several pricing categories, including Category 1, Category 2 and Category 3 seats, alongside a newly introduced front-row premium option. However, availability is expected to be limited, and purchases will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis.
Supporters have been advised to prepare for significant online congestion. High traffic volumes are expected to result in extended waiting times, with digital queues potentially exceeding 90 minutes. FIFA has urged fans to log in early to improve their chances of securing seats.
Ticket prices continue to fluctuate under a dynamic pricing system, meaning costs vary depending on demand for specific matches. Earlier sales phases have already highlighted the scale of pricing differences. Seats for Canada’s opening match in Toronto were listed at more than $3,125, while premium tickets for the final have reportedly reached as high as $10,990.
All tickets for the 2026 tournament will be issued in digital format only, with distribution handled through FIFA’s official mobile application. Delivery of tickets is expected to begin in May 2026.
For those unable to attend after purchasing, FIFA has confirmed that an official resale platform will be available, allowing ticket holders to return seats to the system. In addition, separate premium hospitality packages remain on offer through FIFA’s dedicated hospitality portal.
With inventory dwindling and global interest continuing to rise, Wednesday’s ticket release is likely to represent one of the final opportunities for fans to secure entry to matches at the expanded tournament.
The 2026 World Cup, which will feature 104 matches, is set to be the largest in the competition’s history, further intensifying demand among supporters worldwide.
