FIFA has announced plans to release new tickets for all 104 matches of the 2026 World Cup amid ongoing slow sales. This release will occur on Wednesday at 11 a.m. ET, with tickets available on fifa.com/tickets. FIFA aims to clarify ticket availability as fans express concerns regarding high prices.
Ticket Sales and Pricing Details
Despite expectations, FIFA has reported selling about 5 million tickets out of approximately 6.5 million available. This represents roughly 77% of total tickets sold so far. New ticket categories will be introduced, with varying prices depending on the match.
Upcoming Matches and Unsold Tickets
- Canada’s first match will take place on June 12 against Bosnia-Herzegovina at Toronto’s BMO Field.
- As of April 14, 1,433 tickets remained unsold, and this figure dropped only slightly to 1,305 by April 21.
- Stadium capacity is 45,736, indicating a slower-than-expected ticket sales rate.
Ticket Price Breakdown
| Ticket Category | Price (CAD) |
|---|---|
| Category 2 | $2,300 |
| Category 1 | $3,135 |
| Front Category 1 | $4,705 |
Meanwhile, the U.S. will face Paraguay at SoFi Stadium, also on June 12, with over 2,000 tickets available at prices ranging from USD $2,715 for category 2 to $5,749 for front category 1. The stadium accommodates around 70,000 spectators.
Social Media Reactions and Market Response
Fan feedback on social media has revealed discontent with ticket prices. Many believe FIFA is creating an artificial scarcity to maintain higher prices. FIFA officials, including president Gianni Infantino, have commented on retaining tickets for latecomers but have not addressed the claims of artificial scarcity.
As ticket sales continue and more releases are anticipated, fans are hopeful that prices may decrease as the tournament approaches its start date.
