According to FIFA officials, approximately 1 million tickets—roughly 15% of the total tournament inventory—are expected to be allocated during this Visa presale draw. Despite the random selection process, many fans have reported long digital wait times and technical difficulties, reflecting the “extraordinary demand” for tickets to the expanded 48-team World Cup, which will be hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Tickets for all matches, including the highly anticipated Final at MetLife Stadium on July 19, 2026, will be available in this phase. Prices range from around $60 for group stage games (Category 4) to more than $6,700 for premium seats at the Final (Category 1), though most prices are yet to be finalized and may be subject to variable pricing based on demand. Ticket purchases are capped at four tickets per game, up to ten matches per individual, with FIFA enforcing this limit through the required FIFA ID system.
Following the Visa presale, additional sales phases will open, including an early ticket draw from October 27-31 that will not require a Visa card. After the tournament draw on December 5, fans will have further opportunities to buy tickets for specific matchups, with dynamic pricing likely to apply. Later, a “first come, first served” phase will allow fans to purchase remaining tickets without a lottery. For groups larger than four, FIFA will attempt to seat applicants together, but this cannot be guaranteed.
MetLife Stadium will host eight matches during the tournament, including five group stage games, a Round of 32 match, a Round of 16 match, and the Final. The stadium is expected to be a focal point of the event, with tickets anticipated to sell out quickly. For more details on the ticketing process and updates, fans can visit CBS New York’s coverage.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup marks a historic expansion of the tournament, increasing both the number of participating teams and host nations. With millions already registered for tickets, demand is unprecedented, and fans are encouraged to follow official channels like @FIFAWorldCup on Twitter for the latest information and updates on ticket availability and sales phases.