North America’s summer of football is already buzzing. Within 24 hours of opening, the FIFA World Cup 26 Visa Presale Draw pulled in more than 1.5 million ticket applications from 210 countries—proof that the first 48-team World Cup is shaping up to be the hottest ticket of 2026. No surprise: demand is led by fans in the United States, Mexico, and Canada, with Argentina, Colombia, Brazil, England, Spain, Portugal, and Germany close behind.
See also: FIFA World Cup 26 hospitality packages now available across North America
Still plenty of time
Here’s the good news if you haven’t entered: the draw stays open until 11 am ET (17:00 CET) on 19 September, and when you apply has no effect on your chances. If you’re successful, you’ll get an email starting 29 September with a date and time slot to buy—those windows begin 1 October.
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Lifestyle upside? You can tailor your own tournament. Single-match tickets will be available for all 104 games, plus venue-specific and team-specific options if you’re building a city break or following a nation. Entry price points start at just USD 60 for group-stage seats, leaving room in the budget for skyline dinners, museum days, and the occasional celebratory nightcap.
Prefer a hosted experience? Official hospitality packages—single-match and multi-match—are already on sale and include match tickets, lounge access, and premium touches that turn a game into a full day out. Whether you’re planning a friends’ road trip or a family adventure, it’s the plug-and-play way to savor the tournament without logistics stress.
One essential note: buy only through FIFA’s official channels. Tickets and hospitality from third-party resellers may not be valid. The Visa Presale Draw is open to fans 18+ under official rules, and no purchase is required to enter or win. Bottom line: the world’s biggest sporting party is calling. Enter the draw, pencil in your dream cities, and get ready to make summer 2026 unforgettable.
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