Buy Football World Cup 2026 tickets on 1BoxOffice. The tournament runs from 11 June to 19 July across 16 cities in the United States, Canada and Mexico, with 48 nations competing in 104 matches for the sport's greatest prize. Compare available listings by seat location, price, delivery type and quantity before you book.
Whether you are following England, Argentina, Brazil, France, Spain or any of the 48 competing sides, 1BoxOffice connects you to verified listings across every stage of the competition, from the opening group match in Mexico City to the World Cup Final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
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Resale prices for the 2026 Football World Cup vary depending on the match round, the teams involved, the host city and the seating category. Group-stage fixtures in smaller markets tend to sit at the lower end, while knockout rounds, semi-finals and the final command significantly higher prices. Fixtures involving traditional heavyweights such as Germany, Argentina and Brazil also carry premium pricing regardless of the round.
| Match Round | Indicative Resale Range (GBP) |
| Group stage (lower-profile fixture) | £120 - £320 |
| Group stage (marquee fixture) | £280 - £720+ |
| Round of 32 | £240 - £640 |
| Quarter-final | £400 - £1,200 |
| Semi-final | £640 - £2,000 |
| Third-place play-off | £200 - £560 |
| Final (MetLife Stadium) | £1,200 - £4,000+ |
These are indicative resale ranges, not fixed prices. Live listings on 1BoxOffice may sit above or below these figures depending on supply and demand at any given time. Host-nation matches involving the United States, Mexico and Canada are expected to carry local demand premiums, particularly in cities such as New York, Los Angeles and Mexico City.
Hospitality and VIP packages are available at most World Cup 2026 venues, offering a premium matchday experience. These typically include padded or club-level seating, access to a private lounge or restaurant area, pre-match dining and drinks and dedicated entrances.
| Hospitality Tier | Typical Resale Range (GBP) |
| Entry-level hospitality | £400 - £960 |
| Mid-range hospitality | £960 - £2,000 |
| Premium hospitality (knockout rounds) | £2,000 - £4,000 |
| Top-tier VIP/private suite | £4,000 - £12,000+ |
Hospitality demand is highest for the opening match at Estadio Azteca, the semi-finals and the final. Booking through 1BoxOffice lets you compare hospitality options across different fixtures and venues in one place.
The 2026 edition is the largest World Cup in history and introduces several firsts that set it apart from every previous tournament.
It is the first World Cup to be co-hosted by three nations: the United States, Mexico and Canada. Eleven of the 16 host cities are in the US, three are in Mexico, and two are in Canada. It is also the first edition to feature 48 teams, up from 32 at the 2022 tournament in Qatar, and the first in which all six continental confederations hold a guaranteed qualification berth.
The expanded format produces 12 groups of four teams. The top two from each group advance to the round of 32, along with the eight strongest third-placed sides. From the round of 32 onwards, the competition follows a straight knockout bracket through to the final on 19 July at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. In total, 104 matches will be played across 39 days.
Mexico becomes the first country to host or co-host the men's World Cup three times, having previously staged the tournament in 1970 and 1986. The United States last hosted in 1994. Canada is hosting the men's tournament for the first time.
| Stage | Teams | Format | Outcome |
| Group stage | 48 (12 groups of 4) | Round-robin within each group | Top 2 per group advance; 8 strongest third-placed sides also progress |
| Round of 32 | 32 | Single knockout match | Winners advance to the quarter-finals |
| Quarter-finals | 8 | Single knockout match | Winners advance to the semi-finals |
| Semi-finals | 4 | Single knockout match | Winners advance to the final; losers contest the third-place play-off |
| Final | 2 | Single match at MetLife Stadium | Winner crowned 2026 World Cup champions |
The group-stage draw took place on 5 December 2025 at the Kennedy Centre in Washington, D.C. The 48 teams were divided into four seeding pots based on the November 2025 world rankings, with the three host nations automatically placed in Pot 1. Four UEFA playoff winners and two intercontinental playoff winners were unknown at the time of the draw and were assigned to Pot 4 as placeholders.
| Group | Teams |
| A | Mexico, South Korea, South Africa, Czech Republic |
| B | Canada, Switzerland, Qatar, Bosnia and Herzegovina |
| C | Brazil, Morocco, Haiti, Scotland |
| D | United States, Paraguay, Australia, Türkiye |
| E | Germany, Curacao, Ivory Coast, Ecuador |
| F | Netherlands, Japan, Sweden, Tunisia |
| G | Belgium, Egypt, Iran, New Zealand |
| H | Spain, Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia, Uruguay |
| I | France, Senegal, Iraq, Norway |
| J | Argentina, Algeria, Austria, Jordan |
| K | Portugal, Colombia, Uzbekistan, DR Congo |
| L | England, Croatia, Ghana, Panama |
The four UEFA playoff finals take place on 31 March 2026. The two intercontinental playoff spots will also be decided before the tournament opens. Groups C, E, G, H, J and L are already fully confirmed.
Sixteen stadiums across three countries will host matches. Each venue has been selected for its capacity, infrastructure and location. The tournament opens at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City and concludes with the final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
| City | Venue | Capacity | Country |
| Mexico City | Estadio Azteca | 87,523 | Mexico |
| East Rutherford, NJ | MetLife Stadium | 82,500 | United States |
| Arlington, TX | AT&T Stadium | 80,000 | United States |
| Kansas City, MO | Arrowhead Stadium | 76,416 | United States |
| Atlanta, GA | Mercedes-Benz Stadium | 75,000 | United States |
| Houston, TX | NRG Stadium | 72,220 | United States |
| Santa Clara, CA | Levi's Stadium | 71,000 | United States |
| Inglewood, CA | SoFi Stadium | 70,240 | United States |
| Foxborough, MA | Gillette Stadium | 70,000 | United States |
| Philadelphia, PA | Lincoln Financial Field | 69,796 | United States |
| Seattle, WA | Lumen Field | 69,000 | United States |
| Miami, FL | Hard Rock Stadium | 67,518 | United States |
| Vancouver | BC Place | 54,500 | Canada |
| Monterrey | Estadio BBVA | 53,500 | Mexico |
| Guadalajara | Estadio Akron | 48,071 | Mexico |
| Toronto | BMO Field | 40,000 | Canada |
The expanded 48-team field is drawn from all six continental confederations, with allocation as follows.
| Confederation | Region | Guaranteed Slots |
| UEFA | Europe | 16 |
| CAF | Africa | 9 |
| AFC | Asia | 8 |
| CONMEBOL | South America | 6 |
| CONCACAF | North/Central America and Caribbean | 6 (including 3 host nations) |
| OFC | Oceania | 1 |
| Intercontinental playoffs | Cross-confederation | 2 |
This is the first World Cup in which all six confederations have at least one guaranteed berth. The 2026 edition also marks the first time the OFC has a guaranteed place in the finals, with New Zealand qualifying for the tournament.
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Yes. Official ticket sales for the 2026 World Cup have operated through a phased lottery and first-come-first-served system, with demand far exceeding supply at every stage. A ticket marketplace like 1BoxOffice gives you an alternative route when official allocations are sold out or your lottery application is unsuccessful.
You can compare available listings for any World Cup 2026 fixture without going through a ballot, review seating categories and delivery methods, and complete your purchase securely online. A 150% money-back guarantee backs every order.
International supporters will make up a significant portion of World Cup 2026 attendees, given that the tournament spans three countries across a continent. Many international fans use 1BoxOffice because it allows them to compare and buy tickets from anywhere in the world without needing a local address or a national football association membership.
If you are travelling from overseas, pay attention to the delivery type on each listing (mobile transfer, e-ticket or physical collection), the number of seats together, potential visa requirements for the United States, Canada or Mexico and the logistics of travelling between host cities if you are attending matches in more than one location. The tournament spans 39 days, so plan accommodation and transport well in advance.
The Football World Cup was first held in 1930 in Uruguay, with 13 nations competing and the hosts lifting the trophy. Since then, the tournament has grown into the most-watched sporting event on the planet, held every four years and drawing billions of television viewers worldwide.
The competition expanded from its original format over the decades. It moved to 16 teams in 1934, then to 24 in 1982 and 32 in 1998. The 2026 edition represents the next major structural shift, bringing the field to 48 teams and introducing a 12-group format. Through it all, the core principle has remained: every nation earns its place through qualification, and the final tournament determines a single champion over roughly a month of competition.
Eight nations have won the World Cup across its 22 completed editions. Brazil lead the all-time list, followed by Germany, Italy, Argentina, Uruguay, France, England and Spain. Argentina are the defending champion, having won the 2022 tournament in Qatar with a penalty-shootout victory over France in a final widely regarded as one of the most dramatic matches in the competition's history.
| Nation | Titles | Years Won |
| Brazil | 5 | 1958, 1962, 1970, 1994, 2002 |
| Germany | 4 | 1954, 1974, 1990, 2014 |
| Italy | 4 | 1934, 1938, 1982, 2006 |
| Argentina | 3 | 1978, 1986, 2022 |
| Uruguay | 2 | 1930, 1950 |
| France | 2 | 1998, 2018 |
| England | 1 | 1966 |
| Spain | 1 | 2010 |
The draw has produced several standout group-stage fixtures. Brazil face Morocco in Group C in what is one of the headline clashes of the opening round. France meets Senegal in Group I, a repeat of the 2002 World Cup opener that produced one of the great upsets. England and Croatia are reunited in Group L, renewing a rivalry that has shaped both nations' recent World Cup campaigns. Spain and Uruguay share Group H, pitting two former champions against each other from matchday one.
Germany faces Curacao in Group E, a match that highlights the expanded format's ability to pair traditional powers with tournament debutants. Curacao became the smallest nation ever to qualify for a World Cup, with a population of just over 150,000. Elsewhere, Lionel Messi is expected to lead Argentina in what is widely anticipated to be his final World Cup, with the defending champions drawn in Group J alongside Algeria, Austria and Jordan.
The tournament opens on 11 June 2026 with Mexico against South Africa at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. Canada begins a day later against their UEFA Playoff A opponent at BMO Field in Toronto, while the United States open their campaign on the same day against Paraguay at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.
Each host nation plays all three of its group-stage matches within its own country. The group stage runs from 11 to 26 June, with the round of 32 beginning on 28 June. The quarter-finals are scheduled for 4 and 5 July, the semi-finals for 8 and 9 July and the final for 19 July at MetLife Stadium.
The expanded 48-team format has opened the door to several nations making their World Cup debut. Curacao, Cape Verde and Uzbekistan have all qualified for the first time. Jordan also secured their maiden World Cup place through the Asian qualification pathway. These new entrants add fresh storylines and widen the geographic reach of the tournament.
| Year | Host | Winner | Runner-Up | Score |
| 2022 | Qatar | Argentina | France | 3-3 (4-2 pens) |
| 2018 | Russia | France | Croatia | 4-2 |
| 2014 | Brazil | Germany | Argentina | 1-0 (aet) |
| 2010 | South Africa | Spain | Netherlands | 1-0 (aet) |
| 2006 | Germany | Italy | France | 1-1 (5-3 pens) |
| 2002 | South Korea/Japan | Brazil | Germany | 2-0 |
| 1998 | France | France | Brazil | 3-0 |
| 1994 | United States | Brazil | Italy | 0-0 (3-2 pens) |
| 1990 | Italy | Germany | Argentina | 1-0 |
| 1986 | Mexico | Argentina | Germany | 3-2 |
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Prices vary by match round, teams involved, venue and seating category. Group-stage fixtures typically start from around £120 on the resale market, while knockout rounds and the final can reach several thousand pounds for premium seats.
The tournament is hosted across 16 cities in three countries: eleven cities in the United States, three in Mexico and two in Canada.
The opening match takes place on 11 June 2026 at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. The final is on 19 July 2026 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
Forty-eight teams compete in the 2026 edition, an increase from 32 at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. It is the largest field in World Cup history.
The 48 teams are divided into 12 groups of four. The top two from each group advance, along with the eight strongest third-placed sides, to form a 32-team knockout bracket from the round of 32 through to the final.
Yes. International fans can buy from anywhere using secure payment options. Delivery depends on the ticket type shown on the listing, so check whether your tickets are mobile transfer, e-ticket or physical collection.
Visa requirements depend on your nationality and the host country your match is in. Check the entry requirements for the United States, Canada and Mexico well in advance, as processing times for some nationalities can take several months.
Delivery depends on the ticket type. Many tickets are expected to be mobile transfers delivered through a tournament app. Others may be e-tickets or physical tickets. Always check the delivery details on the listing before buying.
Bag policies vary by stadium and will be confirmed closer to the tournament. As a general rule, bring a small, clear bag and be prepared for thorough security screening at all venues.
Children can attend, but specific policies on age restrictions, child ticket requirements and accompanied entry vary by venue. Check the listing details and the stadium's entry requirements before booking.
Sixteen stadiums are in use: Estadio Azteca (Mexico City), MetLife Stadium (New Jersey), AT&T Stadium (Dallas), Arrowhead Stadium (Kansas City), Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta), NRG Stadium (Houston), Levi's Stadium (Santa Clara), SoFi Stadium (Los Angeles), Gillette Stadium (Boston), Lincoln Financial Field (Philadelphia), Lumen Field (Seattle), Hard Rock Stadium (Miami), BC Place (Vancouver), BMO Field (Toronto), Estadio BBVA (Monterrey) and Estadio Akron (Guadalajara).
The final takes place at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on 19 July 2026. The stadium has a capacity of approximately 82,500.
Hospitality tickets are premium packages that may include lounge access, food and drink, upgraded seating and dedicated entrances. They are popular for corporate entertainment and special occasions. Availability varies by fixture and venue.
The 16 host cities span three countries and a vast geographic area. Domestic flights are the most practical way to move between distant venues. For closer cities, trains and buses are viable options. Plan your travel itinerary early, as transport and accommodation demand will be extremely high during the tournament.
As of 1 April 2026, all groups are confirmed following the completion of the playoff matches. The remaining spots have now been filled, and the groups are finalised with all teams in place. This includes the entries from both UEFA and intercontinental playoffs, marking the culmination of the selection process.
Argentina are the defending champion. They won the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, defeating France in a penalty shootout in the final. Lionel Messi, now 38, is expected to lead the squad in what is anticipated to be his final World Cup.
A total of 104 matches will be played across 39 days: 72 group-stage matches, 16 round-of-32 fixtures, eight quarter-finals, two semi-finals, a third-place play-off and the final.
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