How to Get Tickets for the 2026 World Cup Round of 32: Match Schedule, Prices, and Buying Tips
The 2026 World Cup introduces a new knockout stage featuring 32 teams, a first in the tournament's history. Running from June 28 to July 3, this expanded format has fans eager to secure seats for matches involving top teams like United States, Mexico, Argentina, and Germany. Here's what you need to know about grabbing tickets for this exciting phase.
Round of 32 Match Schedule and Locations
The main official ticket lotteries such as the Visa Presale, Early Ticket Draw, and Random Selection Draw have wrapped up. Over 500 million requests flooded those sales, so official tickets are scarce now.
The Last-Minute Sales Phase began April 1. These tickets aren’t distributed by lottery but sold immediately on a first-come, first-served basis with instant confirmation. This is your final chance to buy directly from FIFA.
You can also use the Official FIFA Resale Marketplace, where verified tickets are traded at set prices under FIFA’s supervision.
Fans may turn to secondary sites like StubHub for last-minute tickets. Keep an eye on each platform’s terms and conditions when buying.
Ticket Prices for Round of 32 Matches
The FIFA Resale Marketplace reopened April 2. It serves as the official place for fans to securely buy and sell tickets. Accessible through FIFA’s ticket portal, it caters to international buyers, as well as residents in the US, Canada, and Mexico. Mexican fans should use the FIFA Exchange Marketplace (Mercado de Intercambio de la FIFA) for local transactions with official guarantees.
Secondary platforms like StubHub remain popular for specific seats or high-profile matches. Just be sure to read their terms before completing any purchase.
