September 10, 2025 | 04:03 pm
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - As the countdown to FIFA World Cup 2026 starts, there’s no better time than the present to prepare for the biggest football event in history. More than just a tournament, it’s a global celebration featuring 48 teams, 104 matches, and unforgettable moments across three host countries—the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Set to be the largest World Cup ever, the first phase of ticket sales opens today, September 10, 2025, and runs through Friday, September 19, 2025. To ensure you’re among the 6.5 million fans witnessing this multicultural football phenomenon, here’s everything you need to know about the FIFA World Cup 2026.
When is the FIFA World Cup 2026?
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is officially set to kick off on June 11 at Mexico City’s iconic Estadio Azteca. A record 48 teams will compete across 104 matches, with the tournament concluding on July 19 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
Where are the matches of the FIFA World Cup 2026 taking place?
Matches for the FIFA World Cup 2026 will take place across 11 cities in the United States, three in Mexico, and two in Canada. According to TimeOut and AFAR, the breakdown is as follows:
United States
- Atlanta
- Boston
- Dallas
- Houston
- Kansas City
- Los Angeles
- Miami
- New York/New Jersey
- Philadelphia
- San Francisco Bay Area
- Seattle
Mexico
- Azteca Mexico City
- Guadalajara
- Monterrey
Canada
- Toronto
- BC Place Vancouver
How to buy FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets?
Securing your tickets for the FIFA World Cup 2026 begins at FIFA.com/tickets by creating a FIFA ID. Once registered, you can log in using your credentials and Visa card details to submit an application for the first ticketing phase—the Visa Presale Draw.
This exclusive phase begins 11:00 ET on September 10 and runs through 11:00 ET on September 19, using a lottery system. If selected, you'll be notified via email starting from September 29, and then given a designated time slot beginning October 1 to confirm your purchase.
If you're not a Visa cardholder, the Early Ticket Draw opens next, running from October 27 to October 31. This second phase is also a lottery-based selection, with ticket sales for winners scheduled from mid-November to early December. The third ticketing phase, the Random Selection Draw, will follow after the Final Draw of teams on December 5.
As matchdays approach, FIFA will also launch a first-come, first-served ticket sales phase in spring 2026. Alongside, there will be an official resale platform where verified fans can resell or exchange tickets at face value—though the platform’s launch date has yet to be announced.
FIFA World Cup 2026 ticket prices
FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets start at $60 for group-stage matches during the Visa presale, with prices for the most exclusive seats at the final reaching up to $6,730. For fans looking to elevate their experience, hospitality packages are also available in three main packages—Single Match, Venue Series, and Follow My Team. Starting from $1,350 per person, these premium options include access to premium seating, VIP lounges, private suites, and other platinum experiences.
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