World Cup 2026 Final Tickets: Prices, Seating, and How to Buy

The World Cup 2026 final is scheduled for July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Memories of the 2022 final, where 88,966 fans witnessed a thrilling encounter between Argentina and France, remain fresh. This year’s match promises similar excitement, but ticket prices have already sparked debate.

Ticket Prices for the 2026 Final

Tickets at MetLife Stadium are the most expensive ever for a World Cup final. The top seats in 2022 cost around $1,600, but for 2026, official FIFA prices start much higher and can rise dramatically.

FIFA's official face values vary by seating category:

• Category 1 (lower tier sidelines): Base price $6,730, with dynamic pricing pushing some Front Category 1 seats up to $32,970.
• Category 2 (corners and outer edges, lower and upper tiers): Fixed at $4,210.
• Category 3 (upper tier behind goals): Fixed at $2,790.
• Category 4 (upper tier furthest from the pitch): Cheapest option at $2,030.

Secondary market prices have surged beyond these figures. For instance, the cheapest tickets in the upper deck currently list between $8,000 and $9,775. On average, resale prices hover around $11,272. Premium seats close to the pitch can fetch between $15,000 and over $38,000.

How to Purchase Tickets

Official ticket lotteries like the Visa Presale and Random Selection Draws have ended. The last chance to buy from FIFA directly is through the ongoing Last-Minute Sales phase, which operates on a first-come, first-served basis.

The FIFA Resale Marketplace remains the only authorized platform for buying verified tickets at face value until the tournament ends. Some fans also turn to secondary platforms such as StubHub, but prices there can be higher and terms vary.

About MetLife Stadium

Located in East Rutherford, New Jersey, just 5 miles from New York City, MetLife Stadium opened in 2010 and hosts the NFL’s Giants and Jets. It has experience hosting major soccer events, including the CONCACAF Gold Cup and Copa America. In 2025, it held the FIFA Club World Cup Final with Chelsea facing Paris Saint-Germain before over 81,000 fans.

Recent World Cup Finals Recap

Where can I buy official tickets? Tickets are available via FIFA’s official website. After multiple sales phases since September 2025, the current Last-Minute Sales phase is active and sells tickets instantly until the tournament ends.

Can I buy resale tickets securely? Yes, through the FIFA Resale/Exchange Marketplace, accessible on FIFA.com/tickets. It reopened April 2 and stays open until an hour before each match. Resale availability varies; act quickly when tickets appear.

Is there ticket sales at stadiums? No. Purchases must be made online. There will be no ticket booths selling World Cup 2026 tickets onsite.

Teams With Most World Cup Titles

• Brazil - 5 titles (1958, 1962, 1970, 1994, 2002)
• Germany - 4 titles (1954, 1974, 1990, 2014)
• Italy - 4 titles (1934, 1938, 1982, 2006)
• Argentina - 3 titles (1978, 1986, 2022)
• France - 2 titles (1998, 2018)
• Uruguay - 2 titles (1930, 1950)