Fifa world cup 2026 qualifiers

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is on the horizon as the United States, Canada and Mexico are all set to co-host the greatest sporting event on the planet.

Not only will it be the first time three nations have hosted the World Cup, but it will also be the first World Cup in the expanded format with 48 teams participating, a notable increase from the 32 nations that competed in Qatar in 2022.

Since the tournament is taking place in place in all three North American countries, it's no surprise to see there's already an incredible demand for tickets as fans look to purchase tickets ahead of time in order to secure their seats for the World Cup.

Here's how you can find out when tickets will be available, how to buy tickets and tips for securing seats at the 2026 World Cup.

Ticket Release Phases

2026 World Cup Ticket Release Phases Explained

FIFA typically utilizes a four-staged process for ticket releases at the World Cup.

The first stage is known as the lottery phase which is a randomized process. Phase 2 is a traditional first come, first serve basis after the 48 team

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