Hold onto your soccer cleats, sports fans! The FIFA World Cup 26™ is officially coming to North America next summer, and for the first time in decades, you won’t need a passport to see the world’s greatest soccer tournament. Even better? FIFA just announced that ticket sales open on Wednesday, September 10th, 2025 – which means you need to start planning RIGHT NOW.
This Isn’t Just Any World Cup – It’s THE World Cup
Here’s what makes 2026 absolutely historic:
- 48 teams (up from 32) – more countries, more drama, more upsets!
- 104 matches across three countries – that’s 40% more soccer than ever before
- 6.5 million fans expected – the biggest FIFA World Cup in history
- Three host countries: Canada, Mexico, and the United States working together
- Kicks off June 11, 2026 in Mexico City, final on July 19, 2026 in New York/New Jersey
“This will be the biggest and greatest sporting event ever,” said FIFA President Gianni Infantino. Translation: if you’ve ever wanted to experience World Cup magic, this is your once-in-a-lifetime chance.
What You Need to Do RIGHT NOW (Before Everyone Else Figures This Out)
Your September 10th game plan:
- Visit FIFA.com/tickets TODAY and register your interest
- Create your FIFA ID (you’ll need this to buy tickets)
- Mark your calendar for Wednesday, September 10th, 2025
- Start planning – with 6.5 million fans expected, this will be massive
Why the rush? FIFA is releasing tickets in phases because of “anticipated high demand.” That’s corporate speak for “these tickets are going to disappear faster than your favorite team’s playoff hopes.”
The Numbers That’ll Blow Your Mind
After seeing the FIFA Club World Cup draw 2.5 million fans to 11 U.S. cities, FIFA knows they’ve got something special brewing. That was just 32 club teams – imagine what 48 national teams will bring!
What this means for you:
- More matches means more opportunities to see your favorite teams
- More venues means better chances of finding games close to home
- More teams means more underdog stories and shocking upsets
- More fans means the atmosphere will be absolutely electric
Why This World Cup is Different
Location, location, location: For the first time since 1994, the World Cup is coming to North America. No international flights, no currency exchanges, no language barriers – just pure soccer magic in familiar time zones.
The tournament structure is completely new with 48 teams, which means:
- More African and Asian teams (expect amazing upsets!)
- Expanded opportunities for smaller nations to shine
- Group stage drama that’ll keep you on the edge of your seat
- A month and a half of non-stop world-class soccer
Your Ticket Options (From Budget to Bucket List)
FIFA is offering different ways to experience the magic:
Regular Tickets: Starting September 10th through the official FIFA.com/tickets portal
- Expected price range from $15 to $990 depending on seats and match stage
- Multiple price points for different budgets
- Various seating options at each venue
- Released in phases to give everyone a fair shot
Hospitality Packages: Available now at FIFA.com/hospitality
- Prices starting at $5,300 per person and ranging up to $73,200
- Cheapest hospitality tickets start around $2,000 per person, per game
- Includes match tickets plus premium experiences
- “Follow My Team” packages let you track your favorite country
- Perfect for making this a true once-in-a-lifetime experience
The Smart Fan’s Strategy
Here’s how to maximize your chances:
- Register TODAY – don’t wait until September 10th
- Have your FIFA ID ready – create it now while you’re thinking about it
- Know the timeline – Final Draw in December will show you exactly which teams play where
- Be flexible – more match options mean better chances of getting tickets
- Only buy from FIFA.com – unofficial tickets might not work, and you’ll be heartbroken
What You’re Really Buying
This isn’t just a soccer game – you’re buying a seat to witness history. Remember how people still talk about the 1994 World Cup in the United States? This will be bigger, better, and more accessible than ever before.
You’ll be part of:
- The largest World Cup ever held
- Historic matches featuring countries that rarely qualify
- The atmosphere of 6.5 million passionate fans from around the world
- Moments that will be replayed for decades
The Bottom Line
Important dates to remember:
- TODAY: Register your interest at FIFA.com/tickets
- September 10, 2025: First ticket sales open
- December 2025: Final Draw reveals match schedules
- June 11, 2026: Tournament kicks off in Mexico City
- July 19, 2026: Final in New York/New Jersey
Fair warning: FIFA is already talking about “anticipated high demand” for a reason. When 6.5 million people are trying to get tickets to the biggest sporting event in human history, you don’t want to be the person who “meant to register but forgot.”
Pro tip: Even if you’re not sure which matches you want to attend, register your interest now. The Final Draw in December will show you exactly which teams play where, and you’ll already be in the system when the ticket frenzy begins.
Ready to witness greatness? Head to FIFA.com/tickets right now and secure your place in World Cup history. Your future self will thank you when you’re sitting in that stadium, surrounded by fans from around the world, watching the most beautiful game on its biggest stage.
The World Cup is coming to North America – don’t let this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity pass you by!
FIFA World Cup 26™ Ticketing Programme Launches this September
