In just 33 days, more than 500 million ticket requests were registered to watch the matches, something never seen before in the world of sports. The process opened on November 11, 2025, and closed on January 13, 2026, with a staggering average of 15 million requests per day, all verified with a credit card and coming from 211 countries. That’s right, fans from all over the planet wanted to be there.
In addition to the host countries 🇺🇸 United States, 🇲🇽 Mexico, and 🇨🇦 Canada, the greatest demand for tickets came from Germany, England, Brazil, Spain, Portugal, Argentina, and Colombia. Furthermore, the most requested match of the World Cup was Colombia vs. Portugal, scheduled for June 27 in Miami.
Following closely are:
The opening match: Mexico vs. South Africa (June 11, 2026 Mexico City) 🎉
Mexico vs. South Korea (June 16, Guadalajara) 🇲🇽 – 🇰🇷
The grand final (July 19, New Jersey) 🏆
Gianni Infantino, president of FIFA, confirmed that “The demand is so great that the stadiums are not enough.” Therefore, FIFA announced in-person and digital experiences outside the football stadiums, so that millions of fans can experience the excitement of the biggest World Cup in history, with 48 national teams and an unprecedented global impact.
On the other hand, it is expected that starting February 5, 2026, applicants will receive an email confirming whether or not they have been selected.
The ticket prices for the different matches have also generated another debate, as tickets have reached up to $8,680 USD, although there will also be $60 USD tickets allocated to the national federations. ⚽
Along with all the stadium logistics, the various host cities, and hotels in particular, say they are preparing for high demand and a significant increase in prices (up to 300% in some locations) for the 2026 World Cup, with early bookings prioritizing the arrival of delegations and the press. Tourism authorities, however, assure that there is sufficient infrastructure, and that they are implementing security protocols and digital access control for the massive influx of visitors and media personnel.
One thing is certain: the FIFA World Cup 2026™ will be a record-breaking futbol event, and it hasn’t even started yet. It will also be a cultural, digital, and global phenomenon that millions will want to experience. Good luck to everyone!
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