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FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Ticket Sales Phase Opens Wednesday
Houston to host seven major matches during the expanded 48-team tournament.
Mar. 31, 2026 at 12:56am
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The vibrant and fractured visual style of the 2026 World Cup reflects the global excitement and anticipation surrounding the expanded 48-team tournament.Houston TodayFIFA has announced that the final ticket sales phase for the 2026 World Cup will begin on April 1, with additional tickets going on sale to the public at 10 a.m. CT. Tickets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis and will remain on sale through the end of the tournament. Houston is set to play a major role in the tournament, hosting seven matches, including two in the knockout stage.
Why it matters
The 2026 World Cup is expected to surpass the all-time attendance record of 3.5 million, set during the 1994 World Cup. The final ticket sales phase represents a crucial opportunity for fans to secure their seats for the highly anticipated tournament, which will be hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
The details
Fans will be able to view available matches and ticket categories, select seats, and complete purchases instantly through FIFA's ticketing platform. The official resale and exchange marketplace is set to reopen on April 2, allowing eligible fans to securely resell tickets. Houston will host seven matches, including two in the knockout stage, with the final matchups still being finalized.
- The final ticket sales phase begins on April 1 at 10 a.m. CT.
- The official resale and exchange marketplace will reopen on April 2.
The players
FIFA
The international governing body of association football, futsal, and beach soccer.
Houston
The city in Texas that will host seven major matches during the 2026 World Cup.
What they’re saying
“Demand for tickets has already been intense.”
— FIFA
“The organization expects the 2026 tournament to surpass the all-time attendance record of 3.5 million, set during the 1994 World Cup.”
— FIFA
What’s next
The final matchups for the Houston matches will be determined on March 31.
The takeaway
The final ticket sales phase for the 2026 World Cup represents a crucial opportunity for fans to secure their seats for the highly anticipated tournament, which is expected to break attendance records. Houston's role as a host city highlights the growing popularity and global reach of the World Cup.
