2026 FIFA World Cup Second Phase Ticket Sales Open
Earlier phase saw 1 million tickets grabbed up, mostly by fans in host countries
Posted On: October 28, 2025 By :The second phase of ticket sales for the FIFA World Cup 26 has begun, following an initial phase that saw more than 1 million tickets purchased to the tournament across the United States, Canada and Mexico. Another 1 million tickets will be available in the next phase, which is called the Early Ticket Draw.
The entry period for this latest phase will be open through 11 a.m. ET on October 31. Timing of a fan’s entry into the draw will not impact the fan’s chances of success. Fans with an existing FIFA ID can use those credentials and enter at FIFA.com/tickets. Those without an existing FIFA ID must create an account on the same site to get started.
The latest phase is open to fans worldwide but includes an exclusivity time slot for residents of Canada, Mexico and the United States. Fans from each host country with successful entries will have the chance to purchase available single match tickets for games taking place within their country of residence. During the previous phase of ticket sales, residents of the three hosts bought the most tickets, with fans from England, Germany, Brazil, Spain, Colombia, Argentina and France rounding out the rest.
“We already have seen massive interest from around the world for this tournament, and especially from within the host countries as Canada, Mexico and the United States prepare to host the biggest FIFA World Cup yet,” said Heimo Schirgi, FIFA World Cup 26 Chief Operating Officer. “This second phase, with its host country domestic exclusivity time slot, will allow us to say thank you to these local fans, while ensuring global opportunity as well.”
Additional tickets will be made available in subsequent phases:
- The Random Selection Draw phase will begin in the weeks following the Final Draw for the FIFA World Cup 26, which takes place on December 5. During this phase, fans will be able to submit applications for specific matches after the Final Draw has revealed most of the group-stage matchups.
- Closer to the tournament, fans will be able to buy any remaining inventory on a first-come, first-served basis.