As excitement builds for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, ticket demand in Canadian cities like Toronto and Vancouver remains extraordinarily high. Despite notable resale prices, fans are eager to secure their places at the historic matches.
Worldwide Ticket Sales Surge
FIFA recently announced that over two million tickets have been sold for the upcoming tournament. The event will be hosted across Canada, the United States, and Mexico from June 11 to July 19, 2026. Toronto and Vancouver will be important venues, featuring seven and six matches, respectively.
Resale Market Sees Exponential Prices
Tickets for both Canadian cities are disappearing quickly, with no official confirmation on overall inventory. However, Peter Montopoli, Canada’s chief tournament officer, confirmed that all tickets available during pre-sales have been sold.
“The appetite for tickets is thrilling,” Montopoli stated, despite having not won in the lottery draws himself. Fans from 212 countries are participating, with the most tickets purchased by supporters in the United States, followed by those from Canada and Mexico.
Ticket Pricing Overview
Prices for World Cup tickets vary significantly, starting at $60 USD for group stage matches. However, tickets for high-demand games, especially in Canada, can reach staggering amounts.
- June 12, Toronto – Starting price: $500
- June 13, Vancouver – Cheapest resale price: C$798.10
The most expensive ticket for the championship game on July 19 in East Rutherford, N.J., is priced at $6,730. Many Canadians, according to a recent Angus Reid Institute poll, consider these prices too high, with 71 percent feeling priced out.
Insights from FIFA Officials
Victor Montagliani, FIFA vice-president and CONCACAF president, acknowledges the market’s influence on ticket prices. “The market dictates ticket prices,” he stated. A significant portion of the revenue from ticket sales supports soccer initiatives and development programs across member countries.
Upcoming Sales Opportunities
For fans still looking to purchase tickets, the next sale phase will begin with a random selection draw from December 11 to January 13. This presents a new opportunity for soccer enthusiasts hoping to attend the World Cup matches.
As ticket prices continue to rise, the secondary market is becoming popular. Recent listings show a minimum ticket in Toronto at around $1,765.74 for the opening match on June 12.
Conclusion
With a blend of high demand and soaring prices, the FIFA World Cup in Canada is shaping up to be a memorable event. Fans from across the globe remain eager, and many are willing to pay a premium to be part of this historic gathering.
