The 2026 FIFA World Cup, expected to be the world’s largest sporting event in recent history, is less than a year away—and the presale ticket draw is now live.
The long-awaited tournament is set to unfold in North America and will be the first World Cup played across three countries, with 16 host cities across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada.
In addition to making history for its multi-national hosting, this World Cup will also feature an expanded roster, with 48 teams playing instead of the previous 32-team format.
Starting this month, fans are already queuing for a chance to score a ticket and watch their countries and favorite players compete against one another.
How can I buy FIFA World Cup tickets?
World Cup tickets are set to be sold in three phase, with the first phase kicking off on now.
The first phase—the Visa Presale Draw—will run from September 10 through September 19, for valid Visa cardholders.
Opening at 11 a.m. ET, the application period will enter a presale draw for a chance to buy tickets later the month. Successful applicants, who are randomly selected, will be notified starting September 29, who will receive a time and date in October to purchase tickets.
Tickets will be made available for the 104 matches in all 16 cities, and will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis. Still, FIFA notes that receiving an allotted buying time does not guarantee tickets will be available.
Phase two—the early ticket draw—is set to begin with registration on October 27, going through October 31. Like with the first phase, fans will register to a draw for a chance to buy tickets. Successful draws will be able to purchase a limited amount of tickets starting mid-November.
Phase three—the random selection draw—will work similarly to the previous draws, but will be held once the match set is set, and the 48 countries have been selected.
Who are the host cities?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup matches will be held in the following 16 cities throughout North America, with the inaugural game held in Mexico City and the final match set for MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
United States:
- Atlanta
- Boston
- Dallas
- Houston
- Kansas City
- Los Angeles
- Miami
- New Jersey/New York
- Philadelphia
- Seattle
- San Francisco
Mexico:
- Mexico City
- Guadalajara
- Monterrey
Canada:
- Toronto
- VAncouver
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