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The final scramble for the FIFA World Cup begins today as FIFA opens its last-minute sales phase for the tournament at 11:00 a.m. ET.
With the event less than 80 days away, this fourth and final official sales window offers fans a first-come, first-served opportunity to secure seats for the 48-team tournament hosted across the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Unlike previous random draws, this phase allows fans to see real-time availability on a seat map at FIFA.com/tickets. Once a seat is selected and payment is completed, the ticket is immediately confirmed. Fans who purchased tickets during earlier periods will also be able to view their specific seat allocations starting today.
“The unprecedented global demand continues to highlight the extraordinary eagerness among fans,” FIFA officials said in a statement.
During the initial selection period alone, the public submitted more than 500 million ticket requests.
The 2026 tournament is on track to shatter the cumulative attendance record of 3.5 million set during the 1994 World Cup in the United States.
International travelers are reminded that a match ticket does not guarantee entry into a host country. Fans are encouraged to check visa and entry requirements for the U.S., Canada and Mexico immediately.
Those traveling to the United States may be eligible for the FIFA Priority Appointment Scheduling System (FIFA PASS) to expedite visa processing.
