The FIFA World Cup is coming to North America, and it's going to be absolutely massive. We're talking about the biggest tournament in history with 48 teams competing across the United States, Mexico, and Canada from June 11 to July 19, 2026.
Here's the thing though – over 500 million fans applied for tickets through FIFA's lottery system. That's a lot of disappointed people who didn't get lucky. But don't worry, missing out on the lottery doesn't mean you're out of options.
If you're serious about watching the world's best teams battle it out live, there are still ways to secure your seat. You just need to know where to look and what to expect when it comes to pricing.
Where You Can Still Find Tickets
FIFA's official lottery has come and gone, but second-hand marketplaces like StubHub and StubHub International have tickets available right now. The best part? You can choose any match you want – any team, any city, any stadium section.
North American fans should head to StubHub, while those in the UK and Europe can use StubHub International. Just keep in mind that tickets are selling quickly, so availability for each fixture is getting tighter by the day.
One important note: These tickets may cost more or less than face value, and FIFA doesn't officially authenticate resale tickets. But for fans who missed the lottery, it's your best shot at being there.
What You'll Pay for World Cup Tickets
Let's be honest – these tickets aren't cheap. The tournament opener between Mexico and South Africa will set you back around $3,600. Want to see the USMNT in group stage action? That's roughly $1,200 per match.
The final on July 19? We're looking at $8,000 for a ticket. These are serious investments, which makes sense given the scale and rarity of this event.
Here's something interesting for dedicated fans: you can buy three-match group stage packages to follow one team through their opening fixtures. Germany's package runs about $3,500, while Spain's costs $10,000. England and USA packages are priced at $9,000 each.
For bettors planning their World Cup strategy, attending matches could give you valuable insights into team form and momentum that TV broadcasts might miss. Seeing how teams handle the North American conditions firsthand could inform smarter wagers as the tournament progresses.
With groups already drawn and the expanded 48-team format creating more matches than ever before, there's no shortage of football to watch. The participating teams will be finalized in spring 2026, giving you time to plan which matches matter most for your bucket list – or your betting slip.
