Zurich: Just 24 hours after the commencement of the third phase of ticket sales for the FIFA World Cup 2026, global demand surged to remarkable heights. Supporters from more than 200 countries and territories submitted 5 million ticket requests through FIFA.com/tickets, driven by the anticipation of witnessing the inaugural 48-team tournament, scheduled to occur across Canada, Mexico, and the United States from Thursday, June 11 to Sunday, July 19, 2026.
The initial statistics indicate a robust desire for notable group-stage matches, with the encounter between Colombia and Portugal (Miami, June 27) emerging as the most coveted match during the Random Selection Draw period thus far. The top five matches also include Brazil versus Morocco (New York New Jersey, June 13), Mexico against Korea Republic (Guadalajara, June 18), Ecuador facing Germany (New York New Jersey, June 25), and Scotland versus Brazil (Miami, June 24) – featuring nine teams from five distinct continents.
After 24 hours, the three host nations are at the forefront, with the following top ten countries of residence for ticket requests being Colombia, England, Ecuador, Brazil, Argentina, Scotland, Germany, Australia, France, and Panama.
The significant representation of South American neighbors Colombia, Ecuador, Brazil, and Argentina, along with Central Americans from Panama, further illustrates how the FIFA World Cup 2026 is captivating audiences throughout the Americas. Scotland’s inclusion in the top ten highlights fans’ enthusiasm for witnessing the team on the global stage once again after 28 years, contributing to the increasing anticipation that football will unite the world in North America in six months.
The Random Selection Draw ticketing phase will remain open until Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at 11:00 ET (17:00 CET), and the timing of a ticket request within this period does not influence the likelihood of success. Supporters are encouraged to participate in the draw at FIFA.com/tickets for a chance to be part of a tournament that promises unforgettable experiences, unprecedented scale, and a celebration of football like never before.
During this sales period, supporters will have the opportunity to choose which match(es), corresponding ticket category(ies), and the quantity of tickets for each match they wish to buy, adhering to household limitations. Additionally, tickets can be acquired through the FIFA Resale/Exchange Marketplace at FIFA.com/tickets starting on Monday, December 15, 2025.
Supporters are urged to check FIFA.com/tickets for frequently asked questions and all relevant legal documents related to the purchase and utilization of FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets. Ticket applications must comply with the Official Rules of the Random Selection Draw, which can be found on FIFA.com. No purchase is necessary to enter or win; however, if an applicant is selected as a winner, their payment card will be charged automatically in line with the payment authorization. Winning signifies that a supporter is automatically securing allocated FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
Supporters interested in immediately acquiring access to specific match-ups and seeking a premium, enhanced matchday experience can buy hospitality packages, which include match tickets, at FIFA.com/hospitality through On Location, the Official Hospitality Provider for the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Additionally, fans can consider all-inclusive travel packages from Qatar Airways, which include match tickets, transport, hotel stays and flights.
As a not-for-profit organisation, FIFA reinvests the revenue it generates from the FIFA World Cup to fuel the growth of football (men’s, women’s and youth) throughout the 211 FIFA Member Associations globally. In fact, FIFA expects to reinvest over 90% of its budgeted investments for the 2023–2026 cycle back into the game, with the aim of significantly boosting the development of football around the world. A full overview of the FIFA World Cup investment budget is available on FIFA.com.
